In a game that fans inside Little Caesars Arena would rather forget, the Detroit Pistons made history for all the wrong reasons on Tuesday night. With a 118-112 loss to the Brooklyn Nets, the Pistons recorded their 27th consecutive loss in a single season, setting a new NBA record. It’s a record that no team wants to be associated with, and certainly not the players or coach Monty Williams.
As the losses continued to pile up, Pistons coach Monty Williams made it clear that he didn’t want his name attached to this kind of streak. In a pre-game interview, Williams acknowledged the responsibility he felt as the coach and accepted the blame for the team’s struggles. It’s a tough position for any coach to be in, knowing that their record will forever be associated with such a historic losing streak.
A Star Shines in Defeat
Despite the ongoing losing streak, there was a glimmer of hope for the Pistons in the form of rookie sensation Cade Cunningham. The No. 1 overall pick of the 2021 draft showcased his skills with an impressive performance, finishing the game with a career-high 41 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists. Cunningham’s stellar second-half performance saw him score 37 of his 41 points, making him the standout player of the game.
A Fast Start Fades Away
The Pistons started the game strong, holding a double-digit lead for the first time in over a month. However, their momentum quickly faded as they committed six turnovers in the second quarter, allowing the Nets to take control of the game. By halftime, Detroit found themselves trailing 61-54, and despite Cunningham’s heroics in the third quarter, they couldn’t close the gap.
As the game entered the final quarter, the home crowd tried to rally the Pistons, chanting “Let’s go Pistons” in a show of support. Cunningham’s three-pointer at the 8:10 mark gave Detroit a brief moment of hope, as they took a 97-92 lead. However, the Nets proved to be too strong in the closing minutes, going on a 26-15 run to secure the victory and further cement the Pistons’ place in the history books.
The reality for the Detroit Pistons is that the road ahead will not be easy. With a record of 2-28 on the season and the weight of a historic losing streak on their shoulders, they face an uphill battle to turn things around. However, the performance of Cade Cunningham provides a glimmer of hope for the future. As the team continues to work towards improvement, they can take solace in having one of the brightest young stars in the league leading the way.
In closing, the Detroit Pistons may have found themselves on the wrong side of history with their 27th consecutive loss, but there are signs of promise amidst the despair. With the talented Cade Cunningham at the helm, the team has the potential to rebuild and emerge stronger than ever. It may be a long and challenging journey, but one that Pistons fans can hope will ultimately lead to a brighter future.
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