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Malik Beasley Beasley has 26 points, 6 threes in win vs. WAS
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 2:38 PM
Malik Beasley had 26 points (10-of-16 FGs), three rebounds, one assist, one steal, and six 3-pointers against the Wizards.
Analysis: No one has benefitted more from the Tim Hardaway Jr. injury than Beasley. Since moving into the starting lineup three games ago, Beasley has 72 points, 16 rebounds, and 18 3-pointers. That's an average of 24 points, 5.3 rebounds and six 3-pointers. Beasley doesn't get a lot of assists, but he's been on an absolute heater since THJ went down. Hardaway Jr. is close to returning, though, which could complicate matters for Beasley. |
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Jaden Ivey Ivey goes off for 28 points, 8 assists in win
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 2:32 PM
Jaden Ivey had 28 points (10-of-19 FGs), four rebounds, eight assists, one steal and four 3-pointers against the Wizards on Sunday.
Analysis: Ivey returned to the lineup after a one-game absence and had a game-high 28 points, which was also a personal season-high for the 22-year-old. He knocked down 4-of-7 shots from behind the 3-point line and all four of his free throw attempts. Ivey was +29 in 30 minutes in the 20-point win. He'll continue to operate as the No. 2 option on offense for Detroit. The Pistons have three games upcoming in Week 5. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade's fourth triple-double powers Pistons to win
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 2:24 PM
Cade Cunningham had 21 points (7-of-15 FGs), 10 rebounds, 10 assists, five steals and one blocks and two 3-pointers in the Pistons' 124-104 victory over the Wizards on Sunday.
Analysis: It was Cunningham's fourth triple-double of the season. Only Nikola Jokic and LeBron James have more this year. Cunningham even cut his turnovers, which had been a problem, against Wizards as he turned the ball over just twice in 31 minutes. Cade was +18 in the 20-point win. Detroit has three games coming up in Week 5. |
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Jalen Duren Pistons start Cade, Ivey, Beasley, Harris, Duren
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 12:06 PM
Pistons will start Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey, Malik Beasley, Tobias Harris and Jalen Duren on Sunday against the Wizards.
Analysis: Despite initial reports that Isaiah Stewart would enter the starting lineup for Jalen Duren, the Pistons quickly corrected their starting lineup. Stewart will come off the bench and only have real fantasy value if Duren gets in some early foul trouble. |
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Isaiah Stewart DET starting Cade, Ivey, Beasley, Harris, Stewart
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 11:44 AM
Detroit Pistons
Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey, Malik Beasley, Tobias Harris, and Isaiah Stewart will start Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Despite Jalen Duren being healthy enough to play on Sunday, Stewart will be the starting center. While this boosts Beef Stew's fantasy value, Duren's minutes should not decrease much. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on this situation, as Stewart will be in play for more leagues if this holds. |
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Tim Hardaway Tim Hardaway Jr. (head) downgraded to out Sunday
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 10:40 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tim Hardaway Jr. (head contusion) is out for Sunday's game against Washington.
Analysis: Hardaway will remain sidelined for a third consecutive game. As a result, Malik Beasley will stay in the starting lineup and will add value in category leagues. Simone Fontecchio (toe) has been cleared to play and may sneak into the back end of the rotation, but Beasley is the player fantasy managers should target. |
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Simone Fontecchio Simone Fontecchio (toe) available Sunday vs. WAS
Sun, Nov 17, 2024, 10:35 AM
Simone Fontecchio (left great toe sprain) is available for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Fontecchio missed Friday's game against the Raptors with the toe injury. He'll be back with the Pistons Sunday, but his role hasn't changed. Fontecchio will play 15-25 minutes off the bench and isn't relevant for fantasy basketball. |
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Tim Hardaway Tim Hardaway Jr., Simone Fontecchio questionable
Sat, Nov 16, 2024, 12:48 PM
NBA Injury Report
Tim Hardaway Jr. (head contusion) and Simone Fontecchio (left great toe sprain) are questionable for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Injured during Tuesday's win over the Heat, Hardaway has missed Detroit's last two games. Malik Beasley's minutes will likely take a hit if Hardaway can play on Sunday. As for Fontecchio, he's been out of the rotation most nights, so his availability will not impact fantasy basketball. |
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Tobias Harris Harris has 11/11/3 line as Pistons beat Raptors
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 3:54 PM
Tobias Harris had 11 points (5-of-13 FGs), 11 rebounds, three assists and one 3-pointer against the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: The double-double was Harris' second of the season. While he continues to post solid rebounding efforts this year, his offensive game has left much to be desired. Harris has scored at least 20 points only once this season on a Pistons team that is desperate for scoring. He'll get another chance to have a better offensive showing against the Wizards on Sunday. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade has double-double as Pistons beat Raptors
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 3:44 PM
Cade Cunningham had 15 points (6-of-21 FGs), six rebounds, 10 assists, one steal and two 3-pointers against the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: It wasn't Cade's best night of shooting. He was hardly efficient as he had just 15 points on 21 shots and made only 2-of-9 attempts from behind the 3-point line. Cade had a double-double with 10 assists, but also had four turnovers and made 1-of-2 free throw attempts. He was -10 in 36 minutes in four-point win. Cunningham will continue to see massive usage for the Pistons going forward as they take on the Wizards this Sunday. |
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Malik Beasley Beasley has 20 points, 4 threes in Pistons win
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 3:40 PM
Malik Beasley had 20 points (8-of-15 FGs), three rebounds, one steal and four 3-pointers in the Pistons' 99-95 victory over the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: Beasley continues to see an increased role in the absence of Tim Hardaway Jr. The 27-year-old led the Pistons in points on Friday and knocked down 4-of-9 attempts from behind the 3-point line. Beasley didn't attempt a free throw and was -7 in 30 minutes in the four-point victory. He's not going to provide much outside of points and 3-pointers, but he's certainly worth using in fantasy while he's in the starting lineup. The Pistons have another game this weekend against the Wizards on Sunday. |
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Jaden Ivey DET starting Cade, Ivey, Beasley, Harris, Duren
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 12:49 PM
NBA Lineups
Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey, Malik Beasley, Tobias Harris, and Jalen Duren will start Friday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Ivey is back after a one-game absence, bumping Ron Holland II from the starting lineup. With Tim Hardaway Jr. (head) sidelined, Holland will still play rotation minutes in Toronto. However, that isn't enough to make him a worthwhile streamer in most leagues. |
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Tim Hardaway Tim Hardaway Jr., Simone Fontecchio out Friday
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 12:36 PM
NBA Injury Report
Tim Hardaway Jr. (head laceration) and Simone Fontecchio (left great toe sprain) have been downgraded to out for Friday's game against Toronto.
Analysis: Hardaway and Fontecchio were initially doubtful for Friday's game, so the status downgrades were expected. The former's absence is far more impactful, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. With Hardaway out, Malik Beasley and Ron Holland II will play more minutes, with the former the likely choice to start. Beasley is worth streaming while Hardaway sits, especially for managers needing 3-pointers. |
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Jaden Ivey Jaden Ivey (toe) will play vs. Toronto Friday
Fri, Nov 15, 2024, 12:33 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jaden Ivey (right great toe sprain) has been cleared to play against the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: Ivey missed their last game, which allowed Malik Beasley and Ron Holland to enter the starting unit, with Tim Hardaway Jr. also sidelined. It was the first start of Holland's career, but he will likely return to a reserve role with Ivey back. However, with THJ and Simone Fontecchio out again, he should still play a significant role. |
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Jaden Ivey Jaden Ivey (toe) questionable Friday vs. Toronto
Thu, Nov 14, 2024, 10:55 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jaden Ivey (right great toe sprain) is out for Friday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: After sitting out Wednesday's loss to Milwaukee, Ivey remains on the Pistons' injury report. Malik Beasley started and hit eight 3-pointers, and he's worth streaming as long as Ivey is sidelined. |
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Tim Hardaway Tim Hardaway Jr., Simone Fontecchio doubtful Fri.
Thu, Nov 14, 2024, 10:50 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tim Hardaway Jr. (head laceration) and Simone Fontecchio (left great toe sprain) are doubtful for Friday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Given the doubtful tags, it appears unlikely that Hardaway or Fontecchio will play on Friday. The good news for the former is that the Pistons list his injury as a laceration without mentioning a potential concussion after his scary fall on Tuesday. Malik Beasley and Ron Holland will play more minutes, with the former being a worthwhile streamer in deep leagues. |
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Malik Beasley Beasley has 26 points, 8 threes in loss to Bucks
Wed, Nov 13, 2024, 5:22 PM
Malik Beasley had 26 points (9-of-17 FGs), 10 rebounds, four assists and eight 3-pointers against the Bucks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Beasley had the opportunity to start with Jaden Ivey, Simone Fontecchio and Tim Hardaway Jr. out on the second night of a back-to-back. With Beasley also facing his former team in Milwaukee, it was exactly a surprise that he took on a greater scoring role. Beasley attempted 16 3-pointers and knocked down eight of them. He was +13 in 44 minutes in the seven-point overtime loss. Beasley will continue to be firmly on the streaming radar if Ivey misses Friday's game against the Raptors. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade has 35/7/11 in wild OT loss to the Bucks
Wed, Nov 13, 2024, 5:18 PM
Cade Cunningham had a full stat line with 35 points (13-of-34 FGs), seven rebounds, 11 assists, two steals, three blocks and five 3-points against the Bucks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Cunningham's 35 points were a season-high and he was only three rebounds shy of another triple-double. It was an impressive performance on the second night of a back-to-back, though it wasn't flawless. 35 points on 34 shots is hardly efficient and Cade had six turnovers. He was -4 in 43 minutes in the seven-point overtime loss. Cade was 5-of-10 from behind the 3-point line including multiple 3-point makes to bring the Pistons back from a deficit at the end of regulation. The Pistons have two more games this week with the Raptors on Friday and the Wizards on Sunday. |
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Jaden Ivey Jaden Ivey (toe) out Wednesday vs. MIL
Wed, Nov 13, 2024, 10:01 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jaden Ivey has been ruled out of Wednesday's matchup with the Bucks due to a right great toe sprain.
Analysis: Ivey's absence comes on the second leg of a back-to-back set after Detroit defeated Miami in overtime on Tuesday. It's possible Ivey's absence is precautionary, but fantasy managers will want to keep an eye on it nonetheless. Expect Malik Beasley to see increased run against Milwaukee. |
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Tim Hardaway Haynes: CAT scan negative on Hardaway Jr.
Tue, Nov 12, 2024, 5:02 PM
Chris Haynes
Tim Hardaway Jr. underwent a CAT scan and results were negative, according to Chris Haynes.
Analysis: Hardaway will be getting stitches after taking elbow to face and then slamming back of his head against the hardwood. Haynes notes that it's great news considering how scary it looked as Hardaway was down on the floor for more than a couple minutes and headed to the locker room on a wheelchair. There's still no clear timetable for his return. |
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