Cade Cunningham delivered a spectacular performance with 32 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 112-105 victory over the Boston Celtics on Monday night. The win marks Detroit’s fourth consecutive victory in the Eastern Conference and provides a measure of revenge after a frustrating loss to Boston earlier this season.

Pistons Take Control in the Fourth Quarter

The game remained tight for much of the night, but the Pistons pulled away in the final quarter. Detroit opened the fourth with a slim four-point lead and extended it to 103-93 following a steal and breakaway dunk by Javonte Green with under six minutes remaining.

The Celtics had briefly cut the deficit to 96-93 when Derrick White completed a three-point play, sending Cunningham to the bench with his fifth foul. However, Green responded with a corner three-pointer and a follow-up dunk, pushing Detroit’s lead to double digits and securing control of the match.

Standout Performances

• Cade Cunningham (Detroit Pistons): 32 points, 10 rebounds
• Caris LeVert (Pistons): 13 points
• Tobias Harris (Pistons): 13 points
• Jaylen Brown (Celtics): 34 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists
• Derrick White (Celtics): 31 points

Cunningham’s leadership was instrumental in closing out the game, as he hit several key jumpers in the final two minutes, keeping the Pistons ahead despite Boston’s late surge.

Shooting Struggles for Boston

The Celtics struggled from beyond the arc, missing 20 of 21 three-point attempts between the end of the first quarter and early in the fourth. Boston finished the night 10 for 39 from three-point range, compared to Detroit’s 13 of 36, highlighting the Pistons’ defensive effectiveness on the perimeter.

Season Context

Earlier this season, Boston had ended Detroit’s franchise record-tying 13-game winning streak, despite Cunningham scoring 42 points in that matchup. The victory on Monday not only gives the Pistons momentum but also avenges their earlier home defeat.

What’s Next for Both Teams

• Detroit Pistons: Travel to face Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night.
• Boston Celtics: Host Miami Heat on Friday night.

With Cunningham continuing to dominate, the Pistons are positioning themselves as a serious threat in the Eastern Conference, while the Celtics will look to rebound after back-to-back losses.