Steve Nash Praises Cade Cunningham’s Passing Ability
Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham is showing why he was chosen as the first overall pick in the NBA draft. NBA legend Steve Nash highlighted one skill that makes Cunningham stand out: his exceptional passing.
Strong Start for Detroit Pistons
Cunningham has been instrumental as the Pistons begin their season on a high note. Over nine games, he averages:
- 25.6 points
- 9.7 assists
- 4.8 rebounds
- 46.6% shooting from the field
Detroit currently leads the Eastern Conference with a 7-2 record.
Steve Nash’s Observations on Cunningham’s Playmaking
“I actually want to give a nod to Cade’s passing,” Nash said. “You know, we always knew he’s a playmaker, he can make plays for others, of course, makes his teammates better, but I feel like he’s even taken another step.”
“Just in general, he’s making early passes, late passes, short passes, the long pass ahead. He’s making the corner pass over the top. He’s kind of gotten every pass in his bag now, and it’s really impressive to watch him have command, and you can’t speed him up with his size.”
Impact on Team Performance
Cunningham’s playmaking has fueled Detroit’s strong start this season and is a marked improvement after last season’s difficult 14-68 record.
Author’s summary: Cade Cunningham’s elite passing skills, praised by Steve Nash, are a key factor in Detroit Pistons’ rapid rise to the top of the Eastern Conference this season.