Seeing the Detroit Pistons stage a huge comeback is becoming a regular feature of the 2024-25 season. That is because the roster is much-improved and Cade Cunningham has taken the leap to All-Star (and even All-NBA) status.
The issue is that to stage a huge comeback, you have to fall way behind. That is also a common feature this season, too common. It’s great that the Pistons never give up and have the talent and poise to execute late. But they need to stop getting in their own way.
Last night’s 111-100 loss to the Indiana Pacers was a perfect example.