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Detroit Pistons miss key opportunity as Cade Cunningham’s late turnovers fuel a Cleveland Cavaliers comeback—does Detroit still control the series race?

Ku breaks down the Pistons’ 116-109 Game 3 loss, spotlighting Cunningham’s dominant second half and costly crunch-time mistakes. The analysis zeroes in on the team’s struggles in non-Cade minutes, the ongoing debate over big-man rotation between Jalen Duren, Isaiah Stewart, and the surging Paul Reed, plus the impact of defensive strategy on the possession battle. Discussions cover Stewart’s injury status, Duren’s surprising issues with ball security, and why Paul Reed deserves an expanded playoff role. With the Pistons up 2-1 and facing another road test in Cleveland, questions loom: Can Detroit adjust its lineup for better consistency, and is Cleveland’s offensive firepower a real threat against the Pistons’ sustainable defensive edge?

Don’t miss this sharp review of Detroit’s postseason prospects and the tactical questions shaping the series.

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