The Detroit Pistons have made a historic move by signing No. 1 pick Cade Cunningham to a five-year, $224 million maximum rookie extension, making him the highest-paid player in franchise history. Despite his limited playing time in his rookie year due to injury, Cunningham has shown immense improvement and potential, averaging impressive stats last season. The team has made significant roster changes this offseason to support Cunningham, including bringing back Tobias Harris, acquiring Tim Hardaway Jr. and Malik Beasley, and hiring coach J.B. Bickerstaff. Cunningham's performance has proven he is worth building around for the future, displaying leadership and skill on a struggling team. This move solidifies the Pistons' commitment to Cunningham and their determination to turn the franchise around with him at the helm.