Cade's Triple-Double Heroics Can't Hide Detroit's REAL Problem
Cade's triple-double was clutch, but I'm not ready to crown the Pistons just yet. Yes, he carried them in OT when they had no business winning - that's what stars do. But look at the film: they're still struggling with basic finishing at the rim and Cade's shooting percentages need work.
Their defense is aggressive on handoffs, forcing turnovers by smothering the ball, but beating the Rockets and Sixers isn't enough. I need to see them compete with the top 4 East teams before I predict anything better than 5th seed.
Cade's got the heart, but unless he improves his finishing and three-point shooting, there's a ceiling here. Detroit needs upgrades fast to keep this trajectory going up.
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