The Detroit Pistons made some big moves over the summer, bringing in experienced players like Tobias Harris, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Malik Beasley to improve their team.
Revamping the Offense:
Last season, the Pistons struggled with one of the weakest offenses in the league. To fix this, they focused on adding players who could shoot better from long distances. This strategy was meant to give Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey more room to play their game effectively. In a recent match against the Phoenix Suns, Cunningham showed how well this plan is working by scoring 25 points, grabbing 12 rebounds, and handing out nine assists while shooting an impressive 62.5% from the field.
Cade Cunningham looking VERY sharp ahead of the regular season… a near triple-double in the @DetroitPistons' #NBAPreseason win!
25 PTS | 12 REB | 9 AST | 10-16 FGM ๐ฅ
— NBA (@NBA)
Cade Cunningham’s Performance:
Cunningham looked fantastic as he nearly achieved a triple-double during the preseason game against Phoenix. His improved performance suggests that giving him more space on the court is paying off. Fans are thrilled to see him shine like this!
Challenges from Last Season:
Previously, Detroit’s offense often got stuck because too many players crowded around the basket area. This made it tough for Cunningham and Ivey to perform at their best. Even though Cunningham was among the top five in driving towards the basket last season, his shooting percentage was low due to limited open paths.
Signs of Improvement:
Against a strong Western Conference team like Phoenix Suns, both Ivey and Cunningham displayed significant progress. Coach J.B. Bickerstaff must be pleased with how well his backcourt duo performed.
It’s only preseason now but things are looking up for Detroit! The Pistons have executed their summer plans well and seem ready to rise in Eastern Conference standings after being overlooked for so long
