The Pistons’ Cade Cunningham showed he’s ready to represent Team USA in the Olympics.

When the NBA starts post-All-Star play on Thursday, the Pistons — a franchise that last won a playoff series in 2008 — will start the night with the best record in the league, a smidge ahead of the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder. Detroit is 40-13, Oklahoma City 42-14.

Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren brought some signature Pistons physicality into the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, much to Bill Simmons' delight.

Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren represented the Pistons in a big way on the court and the Pistons coaching staff did the same from the bench this All-Star weekend.

The Pistons have the best record in the NBA, and Cade Cunningham deserves his MVP respect for this outstanding season.

DETROIT — The NBA announced on Monday the starters for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game. In the Eastern Conference, Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham was voted in as a starter for the first time in his career. His selection also marks the second of his career.

Detroit Cade Cunningham is making a major investment in his hometown baseball team.