The Detroit Pistons have put the pedal to the metal recently. As the team peaks at the right time, Cade Cunningham has added another highlight to their season.
Calling the showdown against the Miami Heat nail-biting would be an understatement; their young star delivered a dagger 3-pointer at the buzzer, securing a 116-113 victory at the last breath on March 19. The shot? Contested. The moment? Pure chaos. And NBA social media? Absolutely unhinged.
NBA Fans Erupt Over Cade Cunningham’s Heroics
The clock was ticking and the game was tied, with the tension through the roof as Cunningham took matters into his own hands.
With tight defense from Bam Adebayo, Cunningham stepped back and banked in a ridiculous 3. The Pistons fans were celebrating as the Heat’s nine-game losing streak got even uglier. For Detroit, it was another statement win in an impressive turnaround season.
Once the clip hit X, the reactions came flying in. Fans wasted no time hyping up Cunningham, and a fan commented trying to wrap things up: “TOP 5 change my mind.”
TOP 5 change my mind
— NoCashoutButton (@NoCashoutButton) March 20, 2025
Another user was still trying to wrap their head around the crazy finisher, “Bank shot for the win is wild.”
Cunningham’s been on a tear all season, but this shot felt different. It wasn’t just another buzzer-beater: it was a message.
The Pistons aren’t just here for fun. They’re in the playoff hunt, and Cunningham is leading the charge. Fans acknowledged that saying, “Cade the Blade calls game‼️”
Cade the Blade calls game‼️
— Paddy (@PaddyNoShillz) March 20, 2025
Pistons on the Rise as the Playoff Picture Shifts
With this win, Detroit moved to 39-31, closely behind the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference. The Pistons sat at the bottom of the NBA just a season ago and now look like a postseason threat.
Cunningham’s ninth triple-double of the season (25 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists) adds to the argument that he deserves serious respect. Looks like the fans want that too, as one X user declared, “Most Improved Player Award goes to:”
Most Improved Player Award goes to:
— Baby Bull (@BTCBabyBull) March 20, 2025
Meanwhile, Miami continues to spiral. It ranks dead last in clutch offensive efficiency and has now dropped nine straight. The Heat need answers and fast. With just a few weeks left, the Heat are running out of time to salvage their playoff hopes.
Detroit, on the other hand, has some massive games ahead. If it keeps its momentum rolling, its playoff positioning could get even better. Cunningham has been the heart and soul of the Pistons, and if this game was any indication, he’s not done making noise.
One thing’s for sure, NBA fans have taken notice. Cunningham has arrived and the Pistons are charging at full speed.