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Jalen Duren Jalen Duren grabs 18 rebounds in loss to Bulls
Sun, Apr 9, 2023, 3:56 PM
Jalen Duren shot 2-of-5 from the field in Sunday's 103-81 loss to Chicago, scoring four points with 18 rebounds, one blocked shot, and six turnovers in 34 minutes.
Analysis: The final game of Duren's rookie season was a mixed bag. While he was a beast on the boards, grabbing 18, he was also responsible for a team-worst six turnovers. Duren grabbed 18 rebounds or more in three games this season, finishing the year with an average of 8.9 per game. He had late-round value in standard leagues, but projecting Duren's value for next season is a bit tricky. The Pistons will have a new head coach, as Dwane Casey announced his decision to move into the front office after Sunday's game. And there's a surplus of bigs on the roster, with James Wiseman (11 points, 12 rebounds, and one blocked shot in 25 minutes), Marvin Bagley (12/7/0/1 with two 3-pointers in 19 minutes), and Isaiah Stewart all under contract for next season. |
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Killian Hayes Killian Hayes finishes season with 26-point effort
Sun, Apr 9, 2023, 3:47 PM
Killian Hayes played 39 minutes in Sunday's 103-81 loss to the Bulls, accounting for 26 points (8-of-18 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), eight rebounds, seven assists, one block, and three 3-pointers.
Analysis: Hayes did turn the ball over five times on the afternoon, but the positives outweighed the negatives in his final game of the season. He scored 56 points in Detroit's final two games of the season, shooting 17-of-37 from the field. Backcourt partner Jaden Ivey struggled with his shot on Sunday, going 7-of-20 from the field and finishing with 16 points, three rebounds, three assists, two 3-pointers, and five turnovers in 37 minutes. Of the two, Ivey's fantasy prospects for next season are higher, as he appears to be a better fit next to Cade Cunningham. However, Dwane Casey's decision to transition to the front office means that they'll be playing for a new head coach. |
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Eugene Omoruyi Eugene Omoruyi (ankle) officially out Sunday
Sun, Apr 9, 2023, 11:08 AM
NBA Injury Report
Eugene Omoruyi (sprained left ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup with Chicago.
Analysis: Omoruyi's continued absence means that Jalen Duren, James Wiseman and Marvin Bagley should split the majority of the frontcourt minutes. |
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Isaiah Livers Isaiah Livers (right ankle) out Sunday vs. Chicago
Sat, Apr 8, 2023, 7:17 PM
NBA Injury Report
Isaiah Livers will miss Sunday's game against the Bulls with a sprained right ankle.
Analysis: Due to his sprained ankle, Livers will miss a third consecutive game. With Eugene Omoruyi also sidelined for Friday's win over the Pacers, RJ Hampton moved into the starting lineup and played 32 minutes. Look for him to take on a similar workload Sunday, as Omoruyi is listed as doubtful with a sprained ankle. |
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Eugene Omoruyi Eugene Omoruyi (ankle) doubtful Sunday vs. Chicago
Sat, Apr 8, 2023, 7:10 PM
NBA Injury Report
Eugene Omoruyi (sprained left ankle) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Omoruyi, who injured his ankle during Wednesday's loss to the Nets, did not play in Friday's win over the Pacers. Based on the designation on the Pistons' initial injury report, it appears unlikely that he'll be available for the season finale. With Isaiah Livers (ankle) already ruled out, RJ Hampton should remain in the starting lineup. |
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Jaden Ivey Jaden Ivey tallies game-high 29 points in victory
Fri, Apr 7, 2023, 8:45 PM
Jaden Ivey logged 42 minutes in Friday's 122-115 win over Indiana, tallying 29 points (9-of-20 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), five rebounds, nine assists, two steals, and three 3-pointers.
Analysis: Ivey is ending his rookie campaign on a high note, as he's been a 9th-round player in 9-cat formats over the last two weeks. He won't finish his rookie season anywhere near his Yahoo ADP of 133, but the Pistons and fantasy managers should be encouraged by the way in which Ivey's finishing the season. The return of Cade Cunningham will help matters next season, as should the addition of a high lottery pick. The Pistons are guaranteed to have the league's worst record, so the odds of landing a top-3 pick are in the franchise's favor. |
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Killian Hayes Killian Hayes scores 28 points with 6 dimes vs IND
Fri, Apr 7, 2023, 8:30 PM
Killian Hayes finished Friday's 122-115 win over the Pacers with 28 points (9-of-10 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), four rebounds, six assists, four steals, one block, and three 3-pointers in 40 minutes.
Analysis: After scoring 11 points on 5-of-16 shooting in losses to the Heat and Nets, Hayes was outstanding as the Pistons ended their 11-game losing streak on Friday. While he did have his moments, it can be argued that Hayes didn't take full advantage of the opportunity to start after Cade Cunningham's season-ending leg injury. Hayes is ranked outside the top 200 in 9-cat, per-game value over the last two months. He isn't going to be a player that fantasy managers should target in drafts next season, as Cunningham is expected to be good to go from the start. And that's no different than Hayes' fantasy prospects ahead of this season. |
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James Wiseman James Wiseman (face) will return in second half
Fri, Apr 7, 2023, 7:22 PM
Omari Sankofa II on Twitter
James Wiseman (facial laceration) will be available to return in the second half of Friday's matchup with the Pacers.
Analysis: After only playing two minutes in the first half due to the injury, Wiseman should play a much larger role after the break. Mavin Bagley played 13 minutes in the first half and should still see a large role in the second, though it will be limited with Wiseman available. |
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James Wiseman James Wiseman (face) questionable to return Friday
Fri, Apr 7, 2023, 6:55 PM
Omari Sankofa II on Twitter
James Wiseman (facial laceration) is questionable to return to Friday's matchup with Indiana.
Analysis: After playing just two minutes to open the game, Wiseman's night may be over. Marvin Bagley should get a chance to play with the starters after coming off the bench in his return from concussion protocols. |
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R.J. Hampton DET starting Hayes, Ivey, Hampton, Wiseman, Duren
Fri, Apr 7, 2023, 5:46 PM
Mike Curtis on Twitter
Killian Hayes, Jaden Ivey, RJ Hampton, James Wiseman, and Jalen Duren will start Friday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Fantasy managers who have Jalen Duren rostered can breathe a sigh of relief. Marvin Bagley is available but will come off the bench. The lone change to the starting lineup is the inclusion of Hampton, who is in due to the absences of Isaiah Livers and Eugene Omoruyi. |
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Eugene Omoruyi Eugene Omoruyi (left ankle) out Friday vs. Pacers
Fri, Apr 7, 2023, 2:38 PM
NBA Injury Report
Eugene Omoruyi will sit out Friday's game against the Pacers with a sprained left ankle.
Analysis: Omoruyi injured his ankle during Wednesday's loss to the Nets. The absences of him and Isaiah Livers will likely push RJ Hampton into the starting lineup after he played 34 minutes against Brooklyn. Given how shorthanded the Pistons are, he's worth a roll of the dice in fantasy leagues and DFS. |
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Isaiah Livers Isaiah Livers (ankle) downgraded to out for Friday
Fri, Apr 7, 2023, 2:35 PM
NBA Injury Report
Isaiah Livers will miss Friday's game against the Pavers with a sprained right ankle.
Analysis: Livers will miss a second consecutive game due to his sprained ankle. With Eugene Omoruyi also ruled out, RJ Hampton won't have much trouble surpassing the 30-minute mark. He played 34 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Nets and is worth slotting into lineups at this point in the season. |
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Marvin Bagley Marvin Bagley (concussion) available Friday vs IND
Fri, Apr 7, 2023, 2:33 PM
NBA Injury Report
Marvin Bagley (concussion protocols) has been upgraded to available for Friday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Unless the Pistons plan on starting a "jumbo" frontcourt of Bagley, James Wiseman, and Jalen Duren, this news isn't great for fantasy managers hoping for maximum value from the latter. Duren will likely come off the bench with Bagley back in action. His minutes won't decrease to a level that would suggest the rookie should be dropped, but Duren's value takes a hit if he's asked to come off the bench. |
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Marvin Bagley Marvin Bagley (concussion) probable Friday vs. IND
Thu, Apr 6, 2023, 4:57 PM
NBA Injury Report
Marvin Bagley (concussion protocols) is probable for Friday's matchup with the Pacers.
Analysis: Much to the dismay of managers that have Jalen Duren rostered, Bagley will likely be back in the lineup on Friday. Duren has been excellent as the starter in place of Bagley, but this will likely push Duren back to a role off the bench. |
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Eugene Omoruyi Eugene Omoruyi (ankle) questionable Friday vs. IND
Thu, Apr 6, 2023, 4:51 PM
NBA Injury Report
Eugene Omoruyi (sprained left ankle) is questionable to play against the Pacers on Friday.
Analysis: Omoruyi got the start in their last game with Isaiah Livers sidelined. Both guys are questionable to play on Friday, so that will impact who ends up getting the starting nod. If both guys remain sidelined, RJ Hampton will get a chance to build off of his big night on Wednesday, as he scored a career-high 27 points. |
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Isaiah Livers Isaiah Livers (ankle) questionable Friday vs. IND
Thu, Apr 6, 2023, 4:50 PM
NBA Injury Report
Isaiah Livers (sprained right ankle) is questionable to play against the Pacers on Friday.
Analysis: Livers missed their last game, which allowed Eugene Omoruyi to start in his place. However, Omoruyi exited early, which forced RJ Hampton to play 34 minutes in a smaller lineup. Both Omoruyi and Livers are questionable, so both will have a chance to start. However, if both are out, Hampton should be in for another big night. |
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R.J. Hampton RJ Hampton drops career-high 27 points vs. Nets
Wed, Apr 5, 2023, 8:40 PM
RJ Hampton lit up Brooklyn on Wednesday with 27 points (9-for-15 FGs), five rebounds, two assists, one block and five 3-pointers in a 123-108 loss.
Analysis: Hampton went off in the second half of this game, scoring 22 of his career-high 27 after the break. Hampton hasn't been much of a fantasy asset this season, even with the tanking Pistons, but he should get a chance to build off of this one over their final two games. After dropping 30 points in their last game, Jaden Ivey followed it up with a 23/5/10 line, as he recorded the fifth point-assist double-double of his career. Jalen Duren also got another start and finished with 18 points and eight rebounds on 9-for-11 shooting. There will be plenty of minutes to go around for the rest of their season, but they'll be hoping to avoid this situation next year. |
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Eugene Omoruyi Eugene Omoruyi (ankle) will not return Wednesday
Wed, Apr 5, 2023, 7:53 PM
Pistons PR on Twitter
Eugene Omoruyi has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Nets with a sprained left ankle.
Analysis: Omoruyi played 14 minutes in the first half before going down with the ankle injury. He didn't return to the court to begin the third quarter, with the Pistons announcing that he would not play early in the fourth. Omoruyi's absence freed up more minutes for RJ Hampton, who had a career-high 25 points with just over nine minutes remaining. |
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Eugene Omoruyi DET starting Hayes, Ivey, Omoruyi, Wiseman, Duren
Wed, Apr 5, 2023, 5:45 PM
Keith Langlois on Twitter
Killian Hayes, Jaden Ivey, Eugene Omoruyi, James Wiseman, and Jalen Duren will start Wednesday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: With Isaiah Livers (ankle) ruled out, Detroit will only have eight healthy players for Wednesday's game. Omoruyi has moved into the starting lineup, while we'll get another look at the partnership of Duren and Wiseman in the post. |
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Isaiah Livers Isaiah Livers (right ankle) out Wednesday vs. Nets
Wed, Apr 5, 2023, 5:31 PM
NBA Injury Report
Isaiah Livers has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nets with a sprained right ankle.
Analysis: Add Livers to the long list of Pistons ruled out for Wednesday's game. Eugene Omoruyi should see his playing time increase, and this may also mean quality minutes for Buddy Boeheim. Omoruyi is worth a look in deeper leagues that are still active. |
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