There are many reasons why the Detroit Pistons have had a successful first half of the season. At the top of the list is players up and down the roster fully embracing their role on the team. Among those who has done this in the biggest way is big man Isaiah Stewart.

Cunningham contributed 29 points (12-19 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, 11 assists, two blocks and one steal over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 114-104 victory over the Hawks. Cunningham had another impressive performance and reached the 20-point mark for a seventh consecutive outing,