The Detroit Pistons wasted 4Q turnovers and a historic performance from Cade Cunningham in a narrow 131-129 loss to the Utah Jazz, snapping their three-game win streak. 

A critical defensive lapse in the third quarter and missed opportunities in the final seconds proved costly on the road.

Detroit Pistons Waste 4Q Turnovers and Cunningham's Heroics

The story of the night was how the Detroit Pistons wasted 4Q turnovers that could have sealed a victory. 

Despite a phenomenal performance from Cade Cunningham (29 points, 17 assists) and a late-game chance to win, the Pistons could not overcome their earlier mistakes. 

With 2.1 seconds left, Cunningham's potential game-winning three-point attempt missed, coming just after Jazz guard Keyonte George (31 points) hit the winning floater.

Detroit Pistons Waste 4Q Turnovers After Defensive Collapse

The loss was precipitated by a complete defensive breakdown in the third quarter, making the late turnovers even more damaging. 

The Detroit Pistons wasted 4Q turnovers after allowing a staggering 44 points in the third quarter, during which they committed 14 personal fouls. 

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The Jazz shot 48.9% overall and 47.4% from three-point range for the game, exploiting Detroit's defensive weaknesses.

Detroit Pistons Waste 4Q Turnovers Despite Ivey's Spark

A bright spot was the play of Jaden Ivey, who provided an immediate offensive spark off the bench. In just 14 minutes, he scored 11 points and added four assists, helping ignite a first-quarter run. 

However, his ongoing minutes restriction prevented him from playing in the critical fourth quarter, which could have impacted the closing lineup's chemistry and decision-making.

With the loss, the Pistons (24-7) continue their West Coast road trip with games against the LA Clippers and Lakers, needing to address their recurring second-half defensive lapses.

Source Information:

This game recap is based on reporting from the Detroit Free Press, a primary source for Pistons news.

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Detroit Pistons waste 4Q turnovers in loss to Utah Jazz