The Detroit Pistons are heading into the NBA All-Star break with a winning record for the first time since 2009 after beating the Chicago Bulls 128-110, bringing their season record to 29-26.
This win on Wednesday (Feb. 12) marks their fourth straight victory, having taken down the Bulls in two consecutive games. Their first win was a total blowout, winning 132-92 at the United Center.
This was the biggest loss for the Bulls this season, as they were down by as much as 49 points in this historic game.
Cade Cunningham on Fire Again
Leading the Pistons was Cade Cunningham, a first-time All-Star, who has established himself as one of the league’s premier talents. He became the third fastest player in NBA history to accumulate 4,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 1,300 assists, achieving this milestone on Tuesday, Feb. 11, in just 187 career games.
Cunningham broke the records set by “Mr. Triple Double” Oscar Robertson (131 games) and the new Lakers point guard Luka Dončić (169 games).
As of Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, the Pistons are sitting in the sixth spot in the Eastern Conference, thanks to Cunningham’s breakout season.
In the second game against the Bulls, Cunningham scored 29 points, handed out seven assists, and grabbed five rebounds, solidifying his place as one of the top 24 players in the league.
He’s the first Pistons player to make the All-Star team since Blake Griffin.
When the game kicks off on Sunday, Feb. 16, Motor Cade will be the 28th player from the franchise to take part in the All-Star events.
You can also watch him in his first-ever NBA All-Star game on Sunday, Feb. 16, at 8 p.m. at the Chase Center in San Francisco, California.
Malik Beasley is Big Making Waves Too
Malik Beasley also made headlines on Tuesday night, hitting seven three-pointers during the Pistons’ big 132-92 win over the Bulls, bringing his season total to 212 three-pointers.
He broke the previous franchise record held by Saddiq Bey, who had 211 three-pointers last season.
Beasley is currently second in the league for three-pointers made, just behind Anthony Edwards (220) and ahead of Steph Curry (192), Tyler Herro (185), and Jayson Tatum (185).
He’s been a key player in his first season with the Pistons, averaging 16.6 points per game, ranking third on the team.
It’s so exciting for Pistons fans, and NBA fans in general, so see the guys doing so well. It’s really a historic moment for the franchise. After years of hard work, it’s paying off. Adding veteran players like Beasley has really made a difference.