Cade Cunningham praises Dirk Nowitzki before he played the Mavericks
The NBA Cup is over, and Cade Cunningham will lead the Detroit Pistons in the battle with the Dallas Mavericks. In an interview before the game, Cunningham gave high praise to the NBA Hall of Fame and Mavs legend Dirk Nowitzkiaccording to Abbi Jones of DLLS Sports.
Cunningham is from Arlington, Texas and said he grew up a Mavericks fan. In addition, he pointed out that this is home for him and it was always great to play in front of his family. Cunningham stated that Nowitzki was his favorite player growing up.
Nowitzki had one of the most prolific careers of all time, all spent with the Mavericks. During his 21-year career, he played 1,522 games and averaged 20.7 points and 7.5 rebounds per game. He also shot 47.1% from the floor, including 38% from beyond the arc. Nowitzki also achieved one of the NBA’s greatest accomplishments, winning the championship in 2011 after upsetting a Miami Heat team that featured LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh.
Cunningham has already made an impact in a short time in the NBA and put the Pistons on his back this season. After beating the Boston Celtics, The Pistons hope to continue their momentum as they are currently 21-5. This game against the Mavs will be the end of a quick two-game road trip. Cunningham is averaging 27.1 points and 9.2 assists per game while shooting 45.7% from the floor.
Cunningham will be ready to put on a show as he plays in front of his family and friends. While the Pistons improved, the Mavs struggled going 10-17 through their first 27 games. Cunningham hopes to help the Pistons keep rolling while avoiding a loss against a struggling team.
2025-12-18 19:54:00
