As the NBA on TNT crew ripped open envelopes with the names of each NBA All-Star reserve, there were smiles across the desk when Cade Cunningham’s name was called. The Detroit Pistons star landed his first All-Star nod after a tough start to his career.

Cade Cunningham playing in the 2025 NBA All-Star Game is a big deal for the Pistons as they continue to try and rebuild.

Star. The Detroit Pistons breakout star was officially named a reserve for the 2025 All-Star Game on Thursday, becoming the first player from the franchise to make the game since Blake Griffin in 2019.