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Cade Cunningham Cunningham drops game-high 33 points vs. Memphis
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 6:08 PM
Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 33 points (12-of-20 FGs, 6-of-10 FTs), five rebounds, eight assists, one block and three three-pointers in a 114-106 win over the Grizzlies on Monday.
Analysis: Any slow start to the season is certainly behind Cunningham at this point. Over the last three games, he is averaging 28.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 12.0 assists, 2.0 steals, 1.3 blocks and 2.0 three-pointers while shooting 51.7 percent from the floor. He set a career-high for assists in his last game and set a season-high for points in this one. Cunningham is on a tear, which has led to Detroit's three-game win streak. He'll look to stay hot against the Wizards on Wednesday. |
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Ausar Thompson Ausar Thompson tallies 9/4/1/4/2 line vs. Memphis
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 6:05 PM
Ausar Thompson posted a full line on Monday with nine points, four rebounds, one assist, four steals and two blocks against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: It wasn't a big scoring night for Thompson, but he was still able to make a big impact on this game by setting new season-highs for both steals and blocks. Thompson's production on the defensive end is what will set him apart in fantasy basketball, and this is the type of performance that fantasy managers hoped for when drafting him. They have three more games this week, with the Jazz up next on the schedule on Wednesday. Utah currently leads the league in turnovers per game, making this a strong opportunity for Thompson to have a big night. |
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Isaiah Stewart Isaiah Stewart posts 26/14 double-double in start
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 6:01 PM
Isaiah Stewart started on Monday and contributed 26 points (9-of-18 FGs), 14 rebounds, three assists, four blocks and two three-pointers against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Beef Stew replaced Tobias Harris (ankle) in the starting lineup against Memphis, and it resulted in a monster night for him. It was Stewart's first start of the season, and he finished with season-highs in points and rebounds while tying his season-high for blocks, assists and three-pointers. If Harris remains out against the Jazz on Wednesday, Stewart could be in line for another start and would be considered a valuable streaming target in that scenario. |
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Isaiah Stewart DET starts Cade, Robinson, Ausar, Stewart, Duren
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 1:40 PM
NBA Lineups
Cade Cunningham, Duncan Robinson, Ausar Thompson, Isaiah Stewart and Jalen Duren will start Monday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Stewart moves into the starting lineup on Monday, as the Pistons are without Tobias Harris. Beef Stew has played well to begin the season, and the spot start raises his fantasy ceiling. The lineup change may also mean a few more minutes for Paul Reed, but he is not worth the streaming risk. |
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Tobias Harris Tobias Harris (ankle) out Monday vs. Memphis
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 1:31 PM
NBA Injury Report
Tobias Harris (ankle) is out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Harris will miss at least one game after spraining his right ankle during Saturday's win over the Mavericks. Isaiah Stewart will move into the starting lineup, increasing his fantasy appeal. Caris LeVert is someone else to consider, as his playing time will increase with Harris unavailable. |
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Marcus Sasser Marcus Sasser (hip) out Monday vs. Memphis
Sun, Nov 2, 2025, 12:38 PM
NBA Injury Report
Marcus Sasser (hip) is out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Sasser has not played a game this season, and that will not change on Monday. His absence does not impact fantasy basketball, as starter Ausar Thompson is already rostered in most leagues. |
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Tobias Harris Tobias Harris (ankle) questionable Monday vs. MEM
Sun, Nov 2, 2025, 12:35 PM
NBA Injury Report
Tobias Harris (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Harris sprained his right ankle during the second quarter of Saturday's win over the Mavericks. However, he was on the floor to begin the second half and would play 35 minutes overall. If Harris cannot play on Monday, Ron Holland and Javonte Green will figure more prominently in the Pistons' rotation. |
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Duncan Robinson Duncan Robinson notches season-high 18 points
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 7:16 PM
Duncan Robinson recorded 18 points (6-of-11 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), six rebounds, one assist and three three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: Robinson enjoyed his best game as a Piston on Saturday, shooting over 50 percent from the field and notching a season-high point total. The issue thus far has been inconsistency, with Robinson shooting 42.9 percent from the field. However, he's still averaging 2.5 three-pointers per game, and that's the category he's primarily rostered for. Robinson will look to build on Saturday's performance when the Pistons visit the Grizzlies on Monday. |
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Tobias Harris Tobias Harris (ankle) scores 11 points vs. Dallas
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 7:14 PM
Omari Sankofa
Tobias Harris (ankle) amassed 11 points (3-of-12 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), six rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer in Saturday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: Harris had a challenging night in Mexico City, injuring his right ankle during the first half. The good news is that he returned, starting the third quarter, and played 35 minutes. That said, Harris never looked entirely comfortable after the injury and struggled with his shot throughout. While he isn't too far off from his Yahoo! ADP (118), Harris is shooting just 39.4 percent from the field. The ankle injury is more concerning, especially with the Pistons visiting the Grizzlies on Monday in the first of four games they'll play during Week 3. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham matches career-high in assists
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 7:10 PM
Cade Cunningham tallied 21 points (7-of-16 FGs, 5-of-8 FTs), six rebounds, 18 assists, three steals and two three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: Saturday's game in Mexico City was the âCade and Jalen Show,â as Cunningham and starting center Jalen Duren were dominant for the Pistons. Cade matched his career-high with 18 assists and only committed one turnover. Cunningham's two issues from a fantasy standpoint thus far have been turnovers and field goal percentage, as he's averaging 3.8 turnovers and shooting 40.2 percent from the field. Neither was an issue on Saturday, allowing the Pistons to pull away down the stretch. |
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Jalen Duren Jalen Duren scores career-high 33 vs. Dallas
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 7:07 PM
Jalen Duren finished Saturday's win over the Mavericks with 33 points (13-of-16 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), 11 rebounds, two assists and one blocked shot.
Analysis: Unsurprisingly, a Mavericks team playing without Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II due to injury had no answer for Duren in Mexico City. The fourth-year center spent the entirety of his time on the offensive end in the restricted area, where he attempted all 16 of his shots. In addition to recording his third double-double in six games, Duren notched his second career 30-point game. Shooting 63.8 percent from the field and 84.6 percent from the foul line, he's providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP (56). The Pistons play four games during Week 3, starting with the Grizzlies on Monday. |
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Marcus Sasser Marcus Sasser (hip) out Saturday vs. Dallas
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 12:35 PM
NBA Injury Report
Marcus Sasser (hip) is out for Saturday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Sasser remains out for another game and has yet to make an appearance for the Pistons this season. When Cade Cunningham is not in the game, Detroit has relied on a combination of Ausar Thompson and Daniss Jenkins to run the show. While Thompson should already be rostered everywhere, there's no need to consider streaming Jenkins. |
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Ausar Thompson Ausar Thompson has double-double in win over ORL
Wed, Oct 29, 2025, 4:14 PM
Ausar Thompson had 12 points (4-of-14 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), 11 rebounds, six assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer against the Magic on Wednesday.
Analysis: Thompson had just six points on six shots in 15 minutes in the 21-point loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. Like the rest of the Pistons, he bounced back against the Magic on Wednesday. Thompson, who was questionable going into the game with an illness, still struggled shooting with 12 points on 14 attempts, but he collected at least 11 rebounds for the second time in his last three games. He also had six assists and a block and a steal. |
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Jalen Duren Jalen Duren has 21 points, 12 rebounds in win
Wed, Oct 29, 2025, 4:09 PM
Jalen Duren had 21 points (5-of-9 FGs, 11-of-12 FTs), 12 rebounds, two assists and one block against the Magic on Wednesday.
Analysis: Could Duren be in for a breakout season this year? The easiest path to a breakout would be an injury to Isaiah Stewart, which would mean more minutes on a regular basis for Duren. On Wednesday, the 21-year-old center played 33 minutes, though. Another way Duren could breakout is that the Pistons simply need his scoring to win games this year. The Pistons have three wins after five games. In those wins, Duren has scored at least 20 points twice and in the other game he was ejected after playing 12 minutes. With the Pistons needing points without Jaden Ivey (knee) and Malik Beasley, Duren looks like he's ready to step up. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham has 30 points, 10 assists in win
Wed, Oct 29, 2025, 4:02 PM
Cade Cunningham had 30 points (12-of-24 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), six rebounds, 10 assists, three steals, three blocks and one three-pointer in the Pistons' 135-116 victory over the Magic on Wednesday.
Analysis: Cunningham joined the likes of LeBron James and Nikola Jokic as players with at least 30 points, at least 10 assists, at least three steals and at least three blocks in a game in the last 20 years. It's perhaps even more impressive that the 24-year-old point guard had a great game after having arguably the worst game he's had as a professional against the Cavaliers on Monday. Cunningham and the Pistons were able to bounce back for a much-needed win. Expect the team to go as far as he takes them this year. |
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Marcus Sasser Marcus Sasser (hip) downgraded to out Wednesday
Wed, Oct 29, 2025, 12:37 PM
NBA Injury Report
Marcus Sasser (hip) is out for Wednesday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Sasser has yet to play in a game this season, leaving the Pistons light at point guard behind starter Cade Cunningham. Ausar Thompson has spent more time on the ball when Cunningham rests, and Daniss Jenkins has played limited minutes off the bench. |
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Ausar Thompson Ausar Thompson (illness) available Wednesday
Wed, Oct 29, 2025, 12:35 PM
Ausar Thompson (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Thompson was originally listed as questionable, but is ultimately available despite dealing with an illness. The 22-year-old small forward is coming off a six-point performance in a 21-point loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. The Pistons are looking to bounce back as a team against the Magic on Wednesday. |
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Caris LeVert Caris LeVert (hamstring) available Wednesday
Wed, Oct 29, 2025, 12:34 PM
NBA Injury Report
Caris LeVert (hamstring) is available for Wednesday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: LeVert is available for the first time since the preseason, giving the Pistons much-needed depth on the perimeter. Daniss Jenkins and Chaz Lanier will likely lose out on some playing time with LeVert available, but this will not impact fantasy basketball. While he isn't a must-roster player, LeVert is worth watching due to Detroit's lack of supplementary playmakers. |
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Ausar Thompson Ausar Thompson (illness) at shootaround Wednesday
Wed, Oct 29, 2025, 5:12 AM
Hunter Patterson
Ausar Thompson (illness) was at shootaround ahead of Wednesday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Thompson is still listed as questionable on the injury report, but his presence at shootaround is encouraging for his availability against Orlando. Thompson is coming off his worst game of the year, though it was by far the worst game for the Pistons as a team. They'll look to bounce back against the Magic. If Thompson isn't available, Ron Holland would likely slide into the starting unit. |
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Caris LeVert Caris LeVert, Marcus Sasser questionable Wednesday
Tue, Oct 28, 2025, 10:41 AM
NBA Injury Report
Caris LeVert (hamstring) and Marcus Sasser (hip) are questionable for Wednesday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Neither LeVert nor Sasser has appeared in Detroit's last three games, with the latter being out since the preseason. Their absences have freed up rotation minutes for Daniss Jenkins and Chaz Lanier, but neither has been productive enough to merit being streamed. That will remain the case if LeVert and Sasser remain out on Wednesday. |
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