For the first time in over five years, the Detroit Pistons find themselves making a push for the postseason. Despite this being uncharted waters for the young core, they seem to be prepared mentally for the grueling weeks ahead.

It took the Pistons awhile, but they're showing that some lottery luck and smart personnel moves can lead to a big turnaround.

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Shaquille O'Neal wanted to give the Detroit Pistons their flowers. However, he apparently knows nothing about them.

Cade Cunningham had 27 points and 10 assists, and the Detroit Pistons beat NBA-worst Washington 123-103 on Tuesday night in a physical game that included two late flagrant fouls by the Wizards. Washington's Richaun Holmes was ejected in the fourth quarter for throwing an elbow to the face of Detroit's Ausar Thompson while securing a rebound.