Cade Cunningham Joins Elite Company of Players
Cade Cunningham made NBA history by scoring 19 or more points in back-to-back fourth quarters, joining a select group of players who have achieved this rare feat.
Historic Performances in Consecutive Games
The Detroit Pistons guard delivered two unforgettable fourth-quarter performances on November 3 and 5, 2025. On November 3, he scored 33 points overall, including 19 in the final quarter, helping rally Detroit past Memphis. Two days later, Cunningham scored 31 points with another 19-point fourth quarter to secure a win against Utah.
Exclusive NBA Achievement
According to the NBA’s official stats account on X, only Jamal Murray (February 17 and 19, 2021) and Kyrie Irving (January 19 and 20, 2023) have recorded back-to-back fourth quarters with 19 or more points in the last five seasons. Cunningham is now the third player to join this elite group.
"Cade Cunningham lit up the league this week with two unforgettable fourth-quarter performances that put him in rare company."
"The Detroit Pistons guard became just the third player in the last five seasons to record back-to-back fourth quarters with 19 or more points."
Rising Star at 24
At only 24 years old, Cunningham demonstrates the poise and confidence of a veteran closer. His late-game heroics have emerged as one of the season’s most exciting stories, and continued strong performances could soon make him one of the league’s top finishers.
Author’s Summary: Cade Cunningham's impressive back-to-back 19+ point fourth quarters mark him as one of the NBA’s most promising finishers at just 24 years old.