Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham exited the game against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night due to back spasms. This incident occurred early in the first quarter when Cunningham dove for a loose ball, leading to the injury.
Cade Cunningham’s Performance and Injury Details
After initially playing through the pain, Cunningham left the game at the 6:40 mark in the first quarter. The Pistons announced in the second quarter that he would not return to the court.
Season Statistics
This season, Cunningham has been impressive, averaging:
- 25 points
- 10 assists
- 5.6 rebounds
In the brief time he was on the floor against the Wizards, he recorded six points and two rebounds in just over five minutes of play.
Cade Cunningham’s Availability and Award Eligibility
As of this season, Cunningham has participated in 61 games. Players need to play in a minimum of 65 games to be eligible for major postseason awards, including the MVP and All-NBA teams. His recent performance places him among the frontrunners in the NBA MVP race.
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how his back spasms affect his availability for the upcoming games.
