Is Cade Cunningham playing tonight? Pistons vs. Pacers injury report
The Detroit Pistons released their latest injury report on Saturday morning ahead of them match against the Indiana Pacerslisting star guard Cade Cunningham like probably with contusion of the right wrist.
Detroit enters the contest 29–10 and will host Indiana at 7:30 PM ET as part of a three-game homestand. Cunningham’s tipping probability suggests he is expected to play, although his status will continue to be monitored until tipoff.
The 24-year-old last appeared on Thursday night at Detroit’s 108–105 win over the Phoenix Suns. Cunningham logged 38 minutes and finished with 10 points, 11 assists and four rebounds. He struggled with efficiency, shooting 3-for-16 from the field, missing all seven of his attempts from three-point range, and going 4-for-9 at the free throw line, but still played a key role as the Pistons closed out a narrow victory.
Cade Cunningham’s injury update looms as the Pistons prepare for the Pacers matchup
Despite that performance, Cunningham took a significant step forward this season. Last year’s first All-Star is currently averaging 26.2 points, 9.8 assists, 6.1 rebounds and 1.5 steals per game in 34 appearances. He is shooting 45.8 percent from the field and 32.9 percent from beyond the arc while averaging 35.7 minutes per contest, serving as the focal point of Detroit’s offense during its strong start.
Indiana enters Saturday’s game 10-32 and has struggled to contain opposing backfields all season, giving Cunningham’s availability added importance.
After the matchup with the Pacers, Detroit will close out the home game against the Boston Celtics on Monday night. That game is set for 8:00 PM ET and will air on NBC Peacock as the Pistons continue to navigate a demanding stretch of their schedule.
2026-01-17 16:08:00
