In a nail-biting showdown that had fans on the edge of their seats, the Detroit Pistons edged out the Washington Wizards 137-135 in overtime on Monday night. Cade Cunningham delivered a career-high 46 points, firing off an astonishing 45 shots in what might be called a one-man show with a twist of team grit.
The game looked all but lost for Detroit as the Wizards clung to a slim lead late in regulation. Enter Daniss Jenkins, whose clutch 3-pointer at the buzzer tied things up and forced the extra period. Jenkins wasn't done there—he finished with 24 points and eight rebounds, proving his worth beyond the splashy moment. Cunningham's relentless drive not only kept the Pistons alive but also etched his name in the books alongside legends like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant for a rare stat line in high-stakes play.
This victory stretches Detroit's winning streak to seven, a far cry from their rebuilding struggles of seasons past. While Cunningham's volume shooting raised eyebrows—nearly 40 percent of the team's attempts—his efficiency in crunch time silenced critics. The Wizards fought hard, but defensive lapses let the Motor City squad slip away with the W.
As the Pistons build momentum, one can't help but wonder if this hot streak signals a genuine turnaround or just another fleeting spark in the NBA's grind.
