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MARCH 31 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Game-high 33 points vs. Washington Cunningham provided 33 points (13-33 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and two steals across 37 minutes during Friday's 96-87 win over Washington.

Impact Cunningham was questionable for Friday's game due to left knee injury management, but he was able to suit up and led both teams in scoring. His 33 points came on 39.4 percent shooting, but each of those points were needed as the Pistons were held to just 37 points in the second half. Cunningham has now scored 30-plus points in each of his last two games and is averaging 22.3 points, 4.8 rebounds and 7.9 assists over 31.6 minutes per game in March.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Friday's game Cunningham (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Cunningham participated in Friday's morning shootaround and has officially been cleared to suit up for a second consecutive matchup. He played 29 minutes in Wednesday's loss to Minnesota and will likely be able to handle a sizable workload once again Friday.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Present for shootaround Cunningham (knee), who is questionable for Friday's game against the Wizards, participated in the Pistons' morning shootaround, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Cunningham returned from a two-game absence Wednesday against Minnesota and tallied 32 points, two assists, a rebound and a steal in 29 minutes. While he's still dealing with a knee issue ahead of Friday's matchup, it was encouraging to see him participate in the team's shootaround.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Washington Cunningham (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Wizards.

Impact Cunningham continues to pop up on Detroit's injury report due to left knee injury management. If the 22-year-old guard is ruled out, Marcus Sasser will likely replace him in the starting lineup.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Goes for 32 points in loss Cunningham notched 32 points (11-23 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 7-8 FT), one rebound, two assists and one steal in 29 minutes during Wednesday's 106-91 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact Cunningham scored more than one-third of the Pistons' total point haul in this 15-point loss to Minnesota, and the star floor general took a score-first approach in this one, as evidenced by the fact he only delivered two assists. Playing alongside Marcus Sasser in the backcourt might have led to that, but either way, expect Cunningham to continue producing as long as he remains available for an already-eliminated Detroit with roughly two weeks left in the regular season.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Wednesday Cunningham (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Cunningham is back in action following a two-game stint on the sidelines, which will likely result in fewer minutes for Malachi Flynn. There's been no word on any minutes restrictions for Cade, so he's safe to activate in all formats.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Cunningham (knee/rest) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Cunningham is at risk of missing his third consecutive game due to injury management of his left knee. Marcus Sasser, Jaden Ivey and Troy Brown have anchored the starting lineup in his stead, while Malachi Flynn has been leaned on for a 25-30 minute role.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Cunningham (knee/rest) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Cunningham will miss a second straight game due to left knee injury management, opening the door for Marcus Sasser to make another start at point guard. Cunningham's next chance to suit up will come Wednesday in Minnesota.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Last-minute scratch Cunningham has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans due to left knee injury management, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.

Impact This appears to be a maintenance day for Cunningham, though the team made no mention of the point guard getting the day off until 20 minutes before tipoff. Marcus Sasser draws the start at point guard and should be in line for plenty of chances, as he logged 34 minutes in his last start March 18 against Boston.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Posts double-double as top scorer Cunningham recorded 23 points (9-22 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), nine assists, six rebounds and one steal over 29 minutes in Wednesday's 122-103 loss to Indiana.

Impact Cunningham led all players in Wednesday's contest in assists while leading all Pistons in scoring to go along with a half-dozen rebounds in a balanced double-double performance. Cunningham has recorded 10 or more assists in 16 games this season, including in three of his last eight contests. He has posted at least 20 points, 10 assists and five rebounds in six games this year.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Wednesday Cunningham (knee) isn't on the injury report for Wednesday's game versus the Pacers.

Impact Cunningham will return to action Wednesday after missing Detroit's previous contest with a right knee injury. Cunningham will likely reclaim his starting spot from Marcus Sasser.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Cunningham (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Boston, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact Cummingham and Simone Fontecchio (toe) have been downgraded from questionable to out and will join Ausar Thompson (illness) on the sidelines. Jaden Ivey should lead Detroit in usage Monday, but Marcus Sasser, Evan Fournier and Troy Brown are also candidates for increased roles.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Cunningham (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Cunningham was probable for Sunday's game against Miami due to his knee injury, and his status for the second half of the back-to-back set is up in the air due to left knee injury management. If he sits against the Celtics, Marcus Sasser could see an increased role.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday Cunningham (knee) is active Sunday versus Miami.

Impact Cunningham will suit up for the front half of a back-to-back set for Detroit, which will mark his 17th consecutive start. Cunningham is averaging 21.3 points, 8.7 assists and 4.3 rebounds in three games against the Heat this season.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Sunday Cunningham (knee) is probable for Sunday against the Heat.

Impact Cunningham continues to battle soreness in his left knee, and it's worth noting that Sunday's game is the front end of a back-to-back set. Assuming he plays Sunday, Cunningham could potentially be held out for maintenance Monday against Boston.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles with shot vs. Miami Cunningham posted 11 points (5-15 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds and nine assists in 31 minutes during Friday's 108-95 loss to Miami.

Impact Cunningham was able to suit up Friday after being listed as questionable due to left knee injury management. He wasn't able to get his shot going as he missed all four of his threes while Detroit went 10-for-38 from beyond the arc. The Pistons rematch with the Heat on March 17, though Cunningham could be held out of that game due to his knee injury.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Miami Cunningham (knee) is available for Friday's game versus the Heat, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact Cunningham has been upgraded to available after being listed as questionable due to left knee injury management. Cunningham is averaging 26.5 points, 8.5 assists and 3.5 rebounds in 35.0 minutes across his previous two matchups with Miami.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 14 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Questionable for Friday Cunningham is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Heat due to left knee injury management.

Impact Cunningham doesn't appear to have suffered a new injury, but Detroit could opt to play it cautiously due to a left knee issue that continues to bother the 22-year-old guard. If Cunningham is ruled out, Marcus Sasser, Evan Fournier and Malachi Flynn are candidates to receive increased playing time.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Inefficient but victorious Cunningham totaled 22 points (8-20 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, eight assists and one steal over 32 minutes during Monday's 114-97 win over Charlotte.

Impact Cunningham wasn't at his sharpest Monday, but the 22-year-old led the Pistons in scoring while facilitating with only two turnovers. Detroit led for over 46 minutes of Monday's win, possessing firm control of the contest throughout the second half. Another porous matchup is on tap Wednesday, as Toronto has posted the second-worst defensive rating in the league across the past two weeks.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 12 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

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MARCH 12 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

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MARCH 11 • THEATHLETIC.COM