Cunningham’s 46-Points Power Pistons Past Wizards in Overtime Thriller

Key Takeaways:

• Cade Cunningham delivered a 46-point triple-double with 12 rebounds, 11 assists, and 5 steals as Detroit beat Washington 137-135 in overtime
• Daniss Jenkins forced overtime with a clutch corner three-pointer, finishing with a season-high 24 points for the Pistons
• The Wizards, led by CJ McCollum’s 42 points, have now dropped nine consecutive games, slipping to 1-10 for the season

Match Analysis

In a dramatic Eastern Conference contest on Monday night, the Detroit Pistons battled back from a late deficit to edge out the Washington Wizards 137-135 in overtime at home. Cade Cunningham was the linchpin for Detroit, notching a remarkable 46 points on 45 field goal attempts – more than any other NBA player this season. His relentless offence, combined with 12 rebounds, 11 assists, and 5 steals, carried the Pistons to their seventh consecutive win, pushing their record to 9-2 and keeping them atop the Eastern Conference.

Despite shooting only 14 of 45 from the floor and 2 of 11 from beyond the arc, Cunningham made up for it at the foul line, converting 16 of 18 attempts. His all-around display also marked his 12th career triple-double. Cunningham became the first player in NBA history with such numbers. Daniss Jenkins emerged as a crucial secondary scorer, posting a season-high 24 points and draining the game-tying three-pointer from the corner as regulation expired. Jalen Duren also made a significant contribution with 19 points and 14 rebounds.

Cade Cunningham vs Washington:

46 PTS
12 REB
11 AST
5 STL
2 BLK

The first player in NBA history with those numbers in a single game. pic.twitter.com/HYUpnyJjB7

— StatMuse (@statmuse) November 11, 2025

Wizards’ Effort and Key Moments

For Washington, CJ McCollum responded with a stellar offensive showing of his own, registering 42 points – his highest output of the season. With just over four minutes left in regulation, McCollum’s three-pointer gave the Wizards a 117-108 advantage, but Detroit clawed back. Jenkins’s timely three-pointer off an inbound play from Cunningham tied the game at 127, sending the match into overtime.

In the extra period, Duncan Robinson delivered from deep with 1:04 left to give Detroit the final lead at 134-133. The Wizards were unable to recover in the waning moments, with McCollum missing two key chances as his team suffered their ninth defeat in succession. Cam Whitmore contributed 20 points while Alex Sarr recorded 15 points and 15 rebounds for Washington.

Looking Ahead

The Wizards aim to end their losing streak as they visit the Houston Rockets on Wednesday, while the Pistons host the Chicago Bulls in the second match of a four-game homestand.