Cade Cunningham ruled out of Pistons-Wizards rematch. Here's why
The Pistons announced Cade Cunningham will miss Thursday's game in Washington because of a back injury.
Detroit — The Detroit Pistons have ruled out guard Cade Cunningham for Thursday night's game against the Washington Wizards. Cunningham sustained a left back contusion during the first quarter of Tuesday's 130-119 victory over the Wizards at Capital One Arena. There is still no timetable for Cunningham's return.
But with 14 games left in the regular season, the All-NBA guard will make his return in time to still qualify for awards. In 61 games played this season, Cunningham has averaged 24. 9 points on 46.
1% shooting from the field, along with 10. 1 assists, 5. 6 rebounds, and 1.
5 steals. He is currently fifth among guards in blocks, with 53 rejections. The league requires players to play at least 65 games to qualify for regular-season awards.