With Cunningham scoring 52 points, the Pistons narrowly defeated the Wizards 144-140 in double overtime.

November 13th - The Pistons narrowly defeated the Wizards 144-140 in double overtime. Cunningham contributed 52 points , 5 rebounds , and 11 assists, while Jenkins added 21 points and 6 rebounds. For the Wizards, Young scored 37 points, 2 rebounds , and 14 assists, while Davis contributed 30 points , 15 rebounds , and 4 assists.

In the first quarter, Jenkins hit a three-pointer first, but the Wizards took the lead with consecutive scores from Davis and Sal. The Pistons then relied on Cunningham and Huerter for consecutive points, while Jenkins scored on several drives late in the first quarter. At the end of the first quarter, the Pistons led 33-32 . In the second quarter, the Wizards continued to close the gap with Young's free throws and Riley's three-pointers, while the Pistons maintained their offensive efficiency thanks to Jenkins, and Cunningham also contributed steadily through drives and free throws. At halftime, the Pistons led 64-61 .

After switching sides, Dibanza hit a three-pointer to help the Wizards tie the game, but the Pistons relied on Robinson to hit consecutive three-pointers, and Cunningham and Jenkins also scored from beyond the arc to extend the lead to 11 points. At the end of the third quarter, the Pistons led 94-90 . In the final quarter, the two teams were tied multiple times. George hit a crucial three-pointer, and Cunningham made two free throws to give the Pistons the lead, but Young hit a three-pointer before the final buzzer to force overtime.

In the first overtime, the Wizards went on a 7-0 run, but Cunningham responded with consecutive points to tie the game. Sal and Davis continued to attack the basket, while Cunningham answered with a three-pointer. The two teams ultimately went into a second overtime tied at 132 .

In the second overtime, the Pistons opened the scoring with a three-pointer from Cunningham, followed by a putback from Thompson. The Wizards then closed the gap with free throws from Young. In the final moments, Cunningham hit a jump shot, and Young made both free throws, but Huerter calmly sealed the victory with free throws. Ultimately, the Pistons narrowly defeated the Wizards 144-140 in double overtime.

Pistons player statistics

Cunningham 52 points , 5 rebounds, 11 assists; Jenkins 21 points , 6 rebounds; Thompson 17 points, 11 rebounds , 11 assists; Robinson 13 points, 3 rebounds , 1 assist; Reed 13 points, 11 rebounds , 3 assists; Huerter 11 points , 1 rebound; Collins 10 points, 4 rebounds; Green 5 points, 1 rebound; Holland II 2 points , 5 rebounds , 2 assists

Wizards player data

Young 37 points , 2 rebounds, 14 assists; Davis 30 points, 15 rebounds, 4 assists ; Sal 30 points, 9 rebounds , 2 assists; George 14 points , 1 rebound , 5 assists ; Johnson 13 points , 4 rebounds , 2 assists; Dibamba 5 points , 8 rebounds , 4 assists; Koulibaly 4 points , 7 rebounds; Riley 3 points; Ayton 2 points , 4 rebounds; Carrington 2 points, 2 assists .

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