Pistons’ Cunningham Scores 46 on 45 Shots in OT Victory
On November 10, 2025, Cade Cunningham delivered a phenomenal performance, scoring 46 points against the Washington Wizards in an overtime victory for the Detroit Pistons. The game, held in Detroit, ended with a score of 137-135, marking the Pistons’ seventh consecutive win.
Cunningham’s Impressive Stats
Cunningham’s performance was marked by:
- Field Goals: 14 of 45 attempts
- Rebounds: 12
- Assists: 11
- Steals: 5
His 46 points came from an unprecedented number of shot attempts, the most in the NBA for the season. Notably, his tally of 31 missed shots set a record for the most by a player in a single game since the 1976-77 NBA merger.
Historical Context
This game positioned Cunningham as the second Pistons player to achieve a 40-point triple-double, joining the legacy of Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas. In terms of field goal shooting, Cunningham recorded a percentage of just 31.1%, the second-worst in history for a player scoring 45 or more points, surpassing only James Harden’s 20.7% from 2019.
Key Contributions and Rivalry
Daniss Jenkins played a crucial role in the game, hitting a three-pointer to tie the score and finishing with a season-high of 24 points. Jalen Duren added 19 points and 14 rebounds, solidifying the Pistons’ strong performance.
The Wizards also saw remarkable efforts from CJ McCollum, who scored 42 points but missed critical shots in the final moments. McCollum’s initial three-pointer had given Washington a 117-108 lead with under five minutes left in regulation.
Game Highlights
- Cunningham’s assist to Jenkins tied the game at 127.
- Duncan Robinson’s three-pointer clinched the lead for Detroit at 134-133 with one minute left in overtime.
- The Pistons improved their record to 9-2, while the Wizards fell to 1-10, marking their ninth consecutive loss.
Cunningham’s impressive free throw shooting (16 of 18) contrasted with his struggles from beyond the arc (2 of 11). This game will certainly be remembered as one of the notable highlights of the season for the Detroit Pistons.
