## WATCH: Cade Cunningham, J.B. Bickerstaff speak ahead of Pistons season opener The Detroit Pistons held their annual season preview press conference on Monday, and Cade Cunningham and J.B. Bickerstaff both spoke to the media about their expectations for the upcoming season. Cunningham, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft, is entering his second season with the Pistons. He averaged 17.4 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game last season, and he is expected to take on an even bigger role this season. Bickerstaff is entering his third season as the Pistons' head coach. He has led the team to a 40-94 record in his first two seasons, but he is confident that the team can make a significant improvement this season. In their press conference, Cunningham and Bickerstaff both expressed their excitement for the upcoming season. They said that they believe the team has the potential to be a playoff contender, and they are eager to get started. "I think we have a really good team," Cunningham said. "We have a lot of young talent, and we have a lot of guys who are hungry to prove themselves. I think we can be a surprise team this season." Bickerstaff echoed Cunningham's sentiments. "I'm excited about this team," Bickerstaff said. "I think we have a lot of potential. We have a lot of young players who are still learning and growing, but I think they are starting to figure it out. I think we can be a playoff team this season." The Pistons will open the season on Wednesday night against the Chicago Bulls.
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