Celtics End Pistons’ 13-Game Streak Despite Cunningham’s 42 Points

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Celtics End Pistons’ 13-Game Streak Despite Cunningham’s 42 Points

The Boston Celtics handed the Detroit Pistons a defeat on November 26, 2025, ending their impressive 13-game winning streak. This streak tied the franchise record, which the Pistons had initially set with their championship teams in the 1989-90 and 2003-04 seasons. With this victory, the Celtics improved their standing as they edged the Pistons 117-114 in Boston.

Cade Cunningham’s Remarkable Performance

Despite the loss, Cade Cunningham put on a stellar display, scoring 42 points. His effort almost led the Pistons to victory, but ultimately fell short against the Celtics’ combined performance.

Key Player Contributions

Jaylen Brown: 33 points, 10 rebounds
Derrick White: 27 points, including 11 in the last four and a half minutes
Payton Pritchard: 16 points

The Celtics managed to secure the win with strong late-game strategies. After Cunningham was fouled while attempting a 3-pointer, he hit two out of three free throws, narrowing the gap. However, Boston’s Pritchard grabbed the rebound and extended their lead by converting two free throws of his own with just 2.4 seconds left in the game.

Post-Game Reactions

Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff acknowledged the team’s shortcomings, stating, “We didn’t play our best basketball. There were things that we could’ve done better.” He emphasized the learning aspect of the season, highlighting the team’s potential growth as they progress towards April.

Cunningham echoed his coach’s sentiments, reflecting on the missed opportunity: “We all wanted 14 wins. It’s a big deal. We can’t go back, but there’s still a lot of season left to accomplish great things.”

Team Performance Overview

This victory marks a significant moment for the Celtics, who are now on a positive trajectory, winning five out of their last six games. Meanwhile, the Pistons, despite their disappointment, hold a strong record of 15-3. This performance indicates a remarkable turnaround since their previous season, where they suffered 28 consecutive losses.