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 stole the show, dropping a career-high 46 points while grabbing 12 rebounds and dishing out 11 assists for his second triple-double of the season. The young star's relentless drive—taking 45 shots in total—proved decisive as the Pistons clawed back from a late deficit to extend their winning streak to seven games.
But it wasn't just Cunningham carrying the load. Daniss Jenkins, the gritty guard who's been grinding through minutes off the bench, delivered when it mattered most. With seconds ticking down in regulation, Jenkins drained a buzzer-beating three-pointer to force overtime, shifting the momentum in Detroit's favor. His clutch play sparked a late surge that sealed the victory against a resilient Wizards squad led by their own sharpshooters.
The game highlighted the Pistons' growing cohesion under coach J.B. Bickerstaff, though questions linger about their reliance on Cunningham's heroics. Detroit's defense faltered at times, allowing Washington to shoot efficiently from beyond the arc. Still, the win boosts their Eastern Conference standing, showing flashes of potential amid a rebuild that's finally bearing fruit.
As the Pistons ride this hot streak, one can't help but wonder if this momentum will carry them deeper into the playoffs or if tougher tests await.
