Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham is expected to miss “an extended period of time” due to a collapsed lung.
On Thursday, March 19, Shams Charania reported that Cunningham has been diagnosed with a collapsed lung.
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— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) March 19, 2026
The team confirmed the report Thursday morning, saying Cunningham will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
“After further testing, Pistons guard Cade Cunningham has been diagnosed with a left lung pneumothorax,” the team said. “Cunningham exited Tuesday’s game vs. the Wizards in the first quarter. He will be re-evaluated in two weeks.”
The two-time All-Star left early during the first quarter of Tuesday night’s game because of back spasms.
The 24-year-old is putting up averages of 25 points, 10 assists, and 5.6 rebounds this season.
On Tuesday night, he recorded six points and two rebounds in just 5 minutes and 20 seconds before exiting the game, according to the Associated Press. He has appeared in 61 games so far this season, and players need to play in at least 65 games to be eligible for major postseason honors such as MVP and All-NBA selections.
The Pistons are set to take on the Wizards again at 7 p.m. on Thursday.