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Detroit Pistons Look to Upset New York Knicks as Cade Cunningham Shines in Previous Games

The Detroit Pistons are gearing up for a thrilling showdown against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. With both teams hungry for a victory, this game promises to be an intense battle on the court. The Pistons will rely on their rising star, Cade Cunningham, who has been delivering exceptional performances in previous games.


NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 26:Malachi Flynn #14 of the Detroit Pistons dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Knicks on February 26, 2024 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE  (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

In their last three games, the Detroit Pistons have witnessed outstanding performances from their players. Malachi Flynn, playing as a guard, showcased his skills by scoring 17 points and providing 4 assists in one of the previous games. Troy Brown Jr., a forward, contributed with 6 points and 6 rebounds in another game. Marcus Sasser, also a guard, displayed his all-around abilities with 3 points, 3 assists, and 1 block in one of the matchups.


Evan Fournier, a guard-forward hybrid player for the Pistons, has been consistent with his contributions. He recorded 2 points and played solid defense in one of the games. James Wiseman, a center known for his dominance in the paint, displayed his prowess by scoring 15 points and grabbing 11 rebounds.


NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 26:Tosan Evbuomwan #18 of the Detroit Pistons drives to the basket during the game against the New York Knicks  on February 26, 2024 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE  (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Jared Rhoden and Chimezie Metu have also been key contributors for the Pistons. Rhoden scored 5 points and showcased his defensive skills with 2 blocks in one of the games. Metu's versatility as a forward-center was evident as he recorded an impressive double-double with 17 points and 8 rebounds.


Buddy Boeheim and Jaden Ivey have shown flashes of brilliance off the bench for Detroit. Boeheim displayed his shooting touch by scoring 13 points with an impressive field goal percentage of 50%. Ivey contributed with 16 points and showcased his playmaking ability by providing 4 assists.


NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 26: Malachi Flynn #14 of the Detroit Pistons heads for the net as Precious Achiuwa #5 of the New York Knicks defends during the first half at Madison Square Garden on February 26, 2024 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

However, all eyes will be on Cade Cunningham, the sensational rookie guard for the Pistons. Cunningham has been a standout performer, consistently delivering impactful performances. In one of the previous games, he scored 23 points, dished out 10 assists, and grabbed 6 rebounds. His ability to create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates makes him a formidable force on the court.


Looking at the average player stats over the last three games, the Pistons have shown great offensive efficiency with an average field goal percentage of 45%. They have also displayed solid rebounding skills, averaging around 7 rebounds per game. However, turnovers have been a concern for them, with an average of 2 turnovers per game.


As the Pistons take on the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, they will need to bring their A-game to secure a victory. The Knicks have been on a winning streak and will be a tough opponent to overcome. Players like Julius Randle and Taj Gibson have been leading the charge for the Knicks with their exceptional performances.


Fans can catch all the action on TV networks MSG and BSDET as these two teams battle it out on March 25th at 7:30 PM (ET) in Madison Square Garden. Get ready for an exhilarating showdown between two talented teams as they leave everything on the court in pursuit of victory.

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