NBA Thanksgiving: What every team should be thankful for in 2021

Atlanta Hawks Trae Young (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
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Cade Cunningham
Cade Cunningham (Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports)

Detroit Pistons: Cade Cunningham’s ability to adapt

At 4-13, there have not been many positives for the Detroit Pistons. Likewise, No. 1 overall pick Cade Cunningham got off to a brutal beginning to his rookie campaign.

However, despite beginning the season shooting just over 23 percent, Cunningham has upped his level of play in a timely fashion. Since November 10, Cunningham has averaged 16 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 5.7 assists, while shooting over 41 percent from the field.

Cunningham still has a long way to go to reach the upper echelon of the league, but it is good to see that the young gun can adapt.

Golden State Warriors: The return of the dynasty

At least for the time being, it appears that the Golden State Warriors dynasty is back on. Stephen Curry is playing at an MVP level, Klay Thompson and James Wiseman are on the verge of a return, and the Warriors have a league-best 15-2 record.