General manager Troy Weaver said Friday that Cunningham (lower leg) will "definitely be ready for training camp," Mike Curtis of The Detroit News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cunningham sustained a left shin injury in November and required surgery in mid-December. He was expected to return to full health during the offseason, and Weaver's post-draft comments suggest that the point guard is on track to meet that goal. Assuming Cunningham is healthy for camp, he should be ready for the start of the 2023-24 season.

Cunningham underwent successful surgery Friday to stabilize and promote healing of his left tibial stress fracture, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cunningham will miss the remainder of the 2022-23 season but is expected to return to full basketball activities this offseason. Killian Hayes should be locked in as Detroit's starting point guard the rest of the way while Cunningham is sidelined, and the second-year guard's continued absence should also free up more touches on offense for Bojan Bogdanovic, Jaden Ivey, Alec Burks and Saddiq Bey. Cunningham finishes his sophomore campaign with averages of 19.9 points, 6.2 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 1.4 three-pointers, 0.8 steals and 0.6 blocks in 33.3 minutes across 12 games.

Cunningham (shin) will undergo season-ending surgery, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cunningham has been out since early November due to a left shin injury, and he hinted in early December that surgery could be on the table. The 21-year-old took jumpers during pregame warmups last week, but he'll require a season-ending procedure after consulting with medical professionals. He's expected to fully recover in time for training camp ahead of the 2023-24 season, while Killian Hayes and Jaden Ivey should continue to see increased roles in Detroit's backcourt for the remainder of the year.

Cunningham (shin) was spotted taking jumpers in pregame warmups ahead of Tuesday's 116-96 win over the Cavaliers, Mike Curtis of The Detroit News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Though putting up some shots isn't a high-intensity activity, Cunningham's participation in warmups is still somewhat perplexing, given that he's believed to be dealing with a stress fracture to his left shin that could eventually require surgery. Pistons head coach Dwane Casey has provided little insight into the team's plans for the second-year guard, telling Curtis on Monday that "nothing has changed" concerning his timeline for a return. While Cunningham doesn't appear to have been shut down from basketball-related activities entirely, he'll likely need to resume practicing in some capacity before his return can be viewed as imminent. Cunningham's fantasy managers in redraft leagues are left with few appealing options other than attempting to trade him or hoping he eventually gains clearance to play within the next several weeks.

Cunningham, who has missed Detroit's last 12 games with left shin soreness, may require surgery to address the injury, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports. "It's up to the medical group and to Cade and whatever is best for his health," Casey said. "I'm all for it. Whatever he decides to do, I'm 100 percent behind him."

EDGE Analysis

Though Casey didn't specifically say that surgery could be a possibility for Cunningham, James L. Edwards III and Shams Charania of The Athletic reported back on Nov. 19 that the second-year guard is feared to be dealing with a stress fracture to his shin that could require a procedure. For now, the Pistons are labeling Cunningham as out indefinitely, leaving open the possibility that he'll be able to play again at some point in 2022-23 if his shin responds well to extended rest. Surgery, on the other hand, would almost certainly spell an end to Cunningham's season and continue to open up more opportunities in the backcourt for the likes of Killian Hayes and Jaden Ivey.

Cunningham (lower leg) is feared to have suffered a stress fracture in his shin and will be sidelined indefinitely, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The team is considering both the rest and surgery routes for Cunningham. The Pistons are expected to invest in the 2021 No. 1 overall pick's future health and have no intention of rushing him back, which makes sense for a rebuilding Detroit squad. In his absence, the likes of Killian Hayes, Cory Joseph and Alec Burks could see expanded roles. Cunningham was off to a strong start to the season with averages of 19.9 points, 6.2 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 1.4 triples, 0.8 steals and 0.6 blocks across 33.3 minutes per game.

Cunningham will miss at least one week of action due to left shin soreness, Mike Curtis of The Detroit News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cunningham is slated to sit out Saturday's matchup against the Celtics along with the Pistons' next three games due to the injury. If all goes well, Cunningham would be in line to return Nov. 20 for a game against the Kings. Cory Joseph replaced Cunningham in the starting lineup Friday, though he saw just six minutes amid foul trouble. Killian Hayes and Alec Burks (conditioning) may be bigger beneficiaries of the former No. 1 pick's absence.

Cunningham (lower leg) is out Saturday against the Celtics.

EDGE Analysis

Left shin soreness will keep the sophomore out for a second straight game. Cory Joseph started in his absence Friday, but Killian Hayes saw the biggest minutes increase.

Cunningham (lower leg) won't play in Friday's game versus the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

Cunningham's left shin soreness popped up following Wednesday's contest against the Celtics, and the issue will apparently warrant at least a game on the sidelines. Killian Hayes and Cory Joseph are in line for increased backcourt roles with the 2021 No. 1 pick out. Cunningham won't have to wait long for his next opportunity to play Saturday versus the Celtics.

Cunningham is considered questionable for Friday's game against the Knicks due to left shin soreness.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear if the shin soreness played any role in Cunningham's off night from the field Wednesday, and it also may help explain why he was limited to a season-low 24 minutes in the contest. If he can't suit up, the Pistons could go with rookie Jaden Ivey on the ball or add one of Killian Hayes or Corey Joseph to the lineup.