Detroit Pistons Edge Miami Heat in Thrilling 125-124 Overtime Victory
Cade Cunningham's career-high 18 assists and Tim Hardaway Jr.'s late-game heroics lift Detroit past Miami despite a furious Heat comeback.
- The Pistons overcame an 8-point overtime deficit with Tim Hardaway Jr. hitting three critical three-pointers in the final minutes of the game.
- Cade Cunningham recorded a triple-double with 20 points, 18 assists, and 11 rebounds, setting a new career-high in assists.
- Jimmy Butler led the Heat with a triple-double of his own, tallying 35 points, 19 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Tyler Herro's late-game three-pointer forced overtime.
- The Pistons shot 50% from beyond the arc, making 20 of 40 three-point attempts, with Malik Beasley contributing a season-high 28 points.
- Despite missing key players due to injuries, including Tobias Harris and Jaden Ivey, Detroit capitalized on Miami's missed opportunities in the closing moments.