In a nail-biting clash that went down to the wire, the Detroit Pistons edged out the Washington Wizards 137-135 in overtime on Monday night. Cade Cunningham was the undisputed star, dropping a staggering 46 points on 45 attempts—yeah, he took a ton of shots, missing 31 but making enough to rally his squad from behind. The young guard also notched a triple-double with 10 rebounds and 10 assists, proving once again why he's the heartbeat of this rebuilding Pistons team.
The Wizards fought tooth and nail, nearly snagging their second win of the season. They led by double digits at one point, but Detroit's late surge, fueled by Daniss Jenkins' clutch shots, flipped the script. Washington poured in 135 points themselves, showing some offensive spark amid their early struggles, but defensive lapses in OT proved costly. Pistons coach Monty Williams called it a "gritty win," though one can't help but wonder if Cunningham's shot volume signals deeper issues in the team's flow.
Elsewhere in the NBA, the Orlando Magic pulled off a dramatic 115-112 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers, thanks to Desmond Bane's buzzer-beating three-pointer that sent the crowd into frenzy. It was a crafty performance from Orlando, who turned the tables after trailing late.
These high-scoring affairs highlight the league's unpredictable energy this season—what might these teams tweak next to stay in the hunt?
