{"id":694686,"date":"2026-04-02T21:44:18","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T21:44:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/694686\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T21:44:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T21:44:18","slug":"pistons-cade-cunningham-sidelined-with-collapsed-lung","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/694686\/","title":{"rendered":"Pistons&#8217; Cade Cunningham Sidelined with Collapsed Lung"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Detroit%2C+MI&amp;city=Detroit&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Pistons%27+Cade+Cunningham+Sidelined+with+Collapsed+Lung&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fmi%2Fdetroit%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F02%2Fpistons-cade-cunningham-sidelined-with-collapsed-lung%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69ced07180114.jpg\" alt=\"A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a basketball player's movements broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in the Pistons' team colors of red, blue, and white.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>The Pistons&#8217; star guard Cade Cunningham faces a setback in his recovery from a serious lung injury, underscoring the physical toll of professional basketball.Today in Detroit<\/p>\n<p>All-Star guard Cade Cunningham of the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons will be sidelined for at least another week as he continues to recover from a collapsed lung injury suffered during a recent game.<\/p>\n<p>      Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>Cunningham&#8217;s absence is a significant blow to the Pistons, who have been one of the surprise teams in the NBA this season and are currently atop the Eastern Conference standings. The young star&#8217;s health and return to the court will be crucial for Detroit&#8217;s playoff aspirations.<\/p>\n<p>            The details<\/p>\n<p>Cunningham, 24, suffered the collapsed lung injury during the Pistons&#8217; game against the Milwaukee Bucks on March 29. He was immediately taken to a local hospital and underwent treatment. Doctors have advised Cunningham to rest for at least another week before potentially returning to the court.<\/p>\n<p>      Cunningham suffered the collapsed lung injury on March 29 during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks.Cunningham is expected to be sidelined for at least another week as he continues to recover.<\/p>\n<p>        The players<\/p>\n<p>        Cade Cunningham<\/p>\n<p>A 24-year-old All-Star guard for the Detroit Pistons who is currently sidelined with a collapsed lung injury.<\/p>\n<p>Detroit Pistons<\/p>\n<p>The Eastern Conference-leading NBA team that Cade Cunningham plays for.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Detroit%2C+MI&amp;city=Detroit&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Pistons%27+Cade+Cunningham+Sidelined+with+Collapsed+Lung&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fmi%2Fdetroit%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F02%2Fpistons-cade-cunningham-sidelined-with-collapsed-lung%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n            What they\u2019re saying<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-quote\">\u201cCade&#8217;s health is our top priority right now. We&#8217;re going to make sure he takes the time he needs to fully recover before returning to the court.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"news-quote-cite\">\u2014 Troy Weaver, General Manager, Detroit Pistons<\/p>\n<p>            What\u2019s next<\/p>\n<p>Cunningham will be re-evaluated by team doctors next week to determine if he can begin light on-court activities as part of his recovery process.<\/p>\n<p>        The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>Cunningham&#8217;s injury is a significant setback for the surging Pistons, who have relied heavily on the young star&#8217;s production and leadership this season. However, the team is taking a cautious approach to ensure Cunningham&#8217;s full recovery before rushing him back to the court.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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