Cade Cunningham's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Cade Cunningham. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Cade Cunningham is a professional basketball player currently playing for the Detroit Pistons in the NBA. He was a highly-rated five-star recruit coming out of high school, having played at Bowie High School in Texas before transferring to Montverde Academy in Florida. Cunningham was considered one of the top players in the 2020 class and received national player of the year honors during his senior year, leading one of the best high school teams in history.

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1997: Grant Hill set triple-double record

In 1997, Grant Hill set the longest streak in Pistons franchise history.

2013: Anthony Bennett scored few points

In 2013, Anthony Bennet had the fewest points scored in a no.1 pick's NBA debut, matching Cunningham's record.

2019: Played for the United States at FIBA Under-19 World Cup

In 2019, Cade Cunningham played for the United States at the FIBA Under-19 World Cup in Heraklion, Greece, where he helped his team win the gold medal.

2019: Won Gold Medal at FIBA Under-19 World Cup

In 2019, Cade Cunningham won a gold medal with the United States at the FIBA Under-19 World Cup.

February 27, 2021: Career-High 40 Points Against Oklahoma

On February 27, 2021, Cade Cunningham posted a career-high 40 points and 11 rebounds in a 94–90 overtime win against Oklahoma.

January 25, 2022: Recorded Stat Line Similar to Michael Jordan

On January 25, 2022, Cade Cunningham recorded 34 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, four blocks, and two steals, joining Michael Jordan as the only rookies in NBA history to post such a stat line.

February 18, 2022: Named MVP of Rising Stars Challenge

On February 18, 2022, Cade Cunningham was named MVP of the Rising Stars Challenge.

October 28, 2022: Scored Career-High 35 Points

On October 28, 2022, Cade Cunningham scored a career-high 35 points alongside nine rebounds and eight assists in a loss to the Atlanta Hawks.

November 8, 2024: Triple-Double and Game-Winning Shot vs Hawks

On November 8, 2024, Cade Cunningham put up a triple-double with 22 points, 11 rebounds, and 13 assists alongside a game-winning floater in a 122–121 win over the Atlanta Hawks.