Cade Cunningham News, Rumors, Updates - Detroit Pistons

Pistons guard Cade Cunningham to have season-ending surgery on left shin Cunningham, the No. 1 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, has been sidelined for 17 games since the Pistons' loss to the Boston Celtics on Nov. 9.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Requires season-ending surgery Cunningham (shin) will undergo season-ending surgery, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Cunningham has been out since early November due to a left shin injury, and he hinted in early December that surgery could be on the table. The 21-year-old took jumpers during pregame warmups last week, but he'll require a season-ending procedure after consulting with medical professionals. He's expected to fully recover in time for training camp ahead of the 2023-24 season, while Killian Hayes and Jaden Ivey should continue to see increased roles in Detroit's backcourt for the remainder of the year.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up shots Tuesday Cunningham (shin) was spotted taking jumpers in pregame warmups ahead of Tuesday's 116-96 win over the Cavaliers, Mike Curtis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Though putting up some shots isn't a high-intensity activity, Cunningham's participation in warmups is still somewhat perplexing, given that he's believed to be dealing with a stress fracture to his left shin that could eventually require surgery. Pistons head coach Dwane Casey has provided little insight into the team's plans for the second-year guard, telling Curtis on Monday that "nothing has changed" concerning his timeline for a return. While Cunningham doesn't appear to have been shut down from basketball-related activities entirely, he'll likely need to resume practicing in some capacity before his return can be viewed as imminent. Cunningham's fantasy managers in redraft leagues are left with few appealing options other than attempting to trade him or hoping he eventually gains clearance to play within the next several weeks.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

What if Detroit gets Victor Wembanyama, Cade Cunningham's decision and more: Pistons mailbag Pistons beat writer James L. Edwards III answers reader/Twitter questions pertaining to Detroit in the present and not-too-distant future.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Pistons run away in 2nd half, embarrass Heat 116-96

Bojan Bogdanovic scored 31 points, Alec Burks added 18 and the Detroit Pistons pulled away in the second half to beat the Miami Heat 116-96

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • Associated Press

Could require shin surgery Cunningham, who has missed Detroit's last 12 games with left shin soreness, may require surgery to address the injury, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports. "It's u...

Impact Though Casey didn't specifically say that surgery could be a possibility for Cunningham, James L. Edwards III and Shams Charania of The Athletic reported back on Nov. 19 that the second-year guard is feared to be dealing with a stress fracture to his shin that could require a procedure. For now, the Pistons are labeling Cunningham as out indefinitely, leaving open the possibility that he'll be able to play again at some point in 2022-23 if his shin responds well to extended rest. Surgery, on the other hand, would almost certainly spell an end to Cunningham's season and continue to open up more opportunities in the backcourt for the likes of Killian Hayes and Jaden Ivey.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Morant, Grizzlies set for matchup with the Pistons

Ja Morant leads Memphis into a matchup against Detroit averaging 28.2 points per game

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • Associated Press

Detroit hosts Dallas after Doncic's 41-point game

Dallas takes on the Detroit Pistons after Luka Dončić scored 41 points in the Mavericks' 116-113 win over the Golden State Warriors

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • Associated Press

Julius Randle scores 36 as Knicks rout Pistons 140-110

Julius Randle scored a season-high 36 points, and the New York Knicks extended their win streak against the Detroit Pistons to 11 games with a 140-110 victory

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • Associated Press

Detroit plays New York on 3-game home skid

Detroit will look to stop its three-game home skid when the Pistons play New York

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • Associated Press

Mitchell, Mobley lead Cavaliers to 102-94 win over Pistons

Donovan Mitchell scored 32 points, Evan Mobley added 20 and the Cleveland Cavaliers rallied late to beat the Detroit Pistons 102-94

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • Associated Press

Mitchell, Cavaliers set for matchup against the Pistons

Donovan Mitchell leads Cleveland into a matchup against Detroit averaging 30.0 points per game

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • Associated Press

Podcast: What Cade Cunningham's Injury Means for the Detroit Pistons Cade Cunningham has been ruled out indefinitely as he decides whether or not to receive surgery for a stress fracture in his shin.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Markkanen and Utah take on the Pistons in non-conference play

Utah and Detroit play in non-conference action

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • Associated Press

NBA Stock Watch: Anthony Davis is back, plus the Kings are finally fun again

With LeBron sidelined, AD looks like a man on a mission. Also — there's hope for Kings fans for the first time in 17 years!

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

NBA Stock Watch: Anthony Davis is back, plus the Kings are finally fun again

Kings beat Pistons 137-129, extend winning streak to 6 games

De’Aaron Fox had 33 points and seven assists and the Sacramento Kings extended their winning streak to six games with a 137-129 win over the Detroit Pistons

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • Associated Press

Cade Cunningham considering treatment options for shin injury, which could require surgery Cunningham has missed the last five games due to a lingering left shin injury.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Out indefinitely Cunningham (lower leg) is feared to have suffered a stress fracture in his shin and will be sidelined indefinitely, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact The team is considering both the rest and surgery routes for Cunningham. The Pistons are expected to invest in the 2021 No. 1 overall pick's future health and have no intention of rushing him back, which makes sense for a rebuilding Detroit squad. In his absence, the likes of Killian Hayes, Cory Joseph and Alec Burks could see expanded roles. Cunningham was off to a strong start to the season with averages of 19.9 points, 6.2 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 1.4 triples, 0.8 steals and 0.6 blocks across 33.3 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sacramento plays Detroit, seeks 6th straight home win

Sacramento heads into a matchup against Detroit as winners of five straight home games

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Davis leads Lakers past Pistons 128-121 for 2nd straight win

Anthony Davis had 38 points and 16 rebounds, Lonnie Walker added 17 points and the Los Angeles Lakers held off the Detroit Pistons 128-121 to win consecutive games for only the sec...

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Detroit visits Los Angeles on 7-game road slide

Detroit comes into a matchup against Los Angeles as losers of seven straight road games

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • Associated Press

Clippers rally to beat Pistons 96-91 in Leonard's return

Reggie Jackson scored 23 points and the Los Angeles Clippers rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Detroit Pistons 96-91 with Kawhi Leonard in the starting lineup for the first...

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • Associated Press

With Cade Cunningham injured, it's sink-or-swim time for Jaden Ivey Cade Cunningham's injury gives Jaden Ivey a chance to run the show, and it should prove to be crucial to Ivey's long-term development.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Pistons take on the Raptors on 3-game skid

Detroit aims to break its three-game losing streak when the Detroit Pistons play Toronto

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Tatum scores 43, Celtics beat Pistons for 6th straight win

Jayson Tatum scored 28 of his season-high 43 points in the first half as the Boston Celtics beat the Detroit Pistons 117-108 for their sixth straight win