Cade Cunningham is the franchise point guard and face of the Detroit Pistons, a complete player selected first overall in the heralded 2021 NBA Draft. The 6'7" guard from Arlington, Texas, starred at Oklahoma State University, showcasing a rare combination of size, skill, and poise that made him the consensus top prospect. In Detroit, Cunningham has shouldered the burden of leading a rebuild, displaying an all-around game with scoring, playmaking, and defensive versatility. After an injury-shortened sophomore season, he returned to form, averaging over 22 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds, solidifying his status as a budding star. Wearing number 2, his game is methodical and intelligent; he controls the pace, can score from all three levels, and makes his teammates better. Cunningham's honors include NBA All-Rookie First Team, and he is the central figure around whom the Pistons are constructing their future, expected to be a perennial All-Star and the leader of the team's return to relevance.