Pistons Fall 129-125 to Wizards Despite Cunningham's 38 Points

In a closely contested game on Thursday, the Detroit Pistons fell to the Washington Wizards 129-125, despite Cade Cunningham's impressive performance of 38 points and 10 assists. The Wizards, led by Alex Sarr's crucial go-ahead basket and a key blocked shot against Cunningham in the final moments, managed to secure the victory. Jalen Duren also contributed significantly for the Pistons with a double-double of 18 points and 14 rebounds. This loss marked a setback for Detroit as they fight for a playoff spot, slipping to sixth place in the Eastern Conference. The game was characterized by a foul-heavy first half and a thrilling back-and-forth third quarter. Both teams are set to return to action on Saturday, with Washington continuing their road trip and Detroit hosting Oklahoma City.