Cade Cunningham Reflects on Detroit Pistons’ Narrow Loss to Orlando Magic

Detroit Pistons Fall Short Against Magic

The Detroit Pistons’ pursuit of the NBA Cup ended with a narrow home loss to the Orlando Magic, dashing the team’s hopes of advancing. Despite holding a late lead, Detroit struggled to close out the game as the Magic staged a comeback in the closing minutes.

Cade Cunningham’s Reflections

After the loss, guard Cade Cunningham spoke candidly about the team’s collapse.

“We need to learn how to finish games like these. We played hard, but it’s not enough to just compete — we have to execute when it matters,” Cunningham said.

He emphasized the importance of staying composed under pressure and maintaining energy throughout the fourth quarter.

Costly Mistakes and Missed Chances

Turnovers and defensive lapses hurt Detroit late in the game. The Pistons lost control of momentum when the Magic capitalized on open looks and second-chance opportunities. The defeat highlighted ongoing struggles with late-game execution — a recurring issue this season.

Looking Ahead

Despite the disappointing outcome, Cunningham expressed optimism about the team’s growth.

“We’re still building chemistry,” he noted. “These moments teach us what it takes to win consistently.”

The Pistons now turn their focus back to the regular season, hoping to use this setback as motivation for future improvement.


Author’s summary: Cunningham admitted Detroit’s late-game execution cost them the win, urging focus and growth as the Pistons prepare for the rest of the season.

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