Cunningham's well-traveled backup, veteran Dennis Schroder, is a critical point-of-attack defender and half-court scorer — one of the best reserves in the league. Schroder is thriving in his first year with Detroit, and will hit unrestricted free agency this summer with a headwind of positive vibes.

Cade Cunningham is out for a third straight game with a left calf contusion. The Detroit Pistons provided an injury update Friday afternoon.