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Ausar Thompson Ausar Thompson (ankle) to remain out vs. PHI
Wed, Mar 11, 2026, 11:29 AM
NBA Injury Report
Ausar Thompson (ankle) is out for Thursday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Injured during Thursday's loss to the Spurs, Thompson has not appeared in a game since. Marcus Sasser has moved into the starting lineup, but Thompson's absence has also resulted in more minutes for Ron Holland II. Holland offers a slightly higher short-term fantasy ceiling while the Pistons await Ausar's return. |
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Caris LeVert Caris LeVert (wrist) doubtful vs. Philadelphia
Wed, Mar 11, 2026, 11:26 AM
NBA Injury Report
Caris LeVert (wrist) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: LeVert has missed the two games with a sprained left wrist, and it appears likely that he'll miss a third on Thursday. Kevin Huerter's playing time has increased in recent games, and he should continue to play rotation minutes off the bench due to LeVert's injury. |
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Jalen Duren Jalen Duren has 26 points in 23 minutes vs. Nets
Tue, Mar 10, 2026, 4:27 PM
Jalen Duren had 26 points (9-of-10 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), four rebounds, two assists, two steals and two blocks in Tuesday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: On the same night that Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, Duren had 26 points in 23 minutes in the blowout victory over the Nets. The 22-year-old center was 9-of-10 from the field and 8-of-10 from the free throw line. The Pistons cleared their bench with the game out of reach in the second half, but Duren still had a great game. He's provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham has 21 points, 15 assists in win
Tue, Mar 10, 2026, 4:16 PM
Cade Cunningham had 21 points (8-of-10 FGs, 1-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, 15 assists, one steal and four three-pointers in the Pistons' 138-100 victory over the Nets on Tuesday.
Analysis: Coming off a four-game losing streak that included an embarrassing home loss to the Nets with Cunningham out of the lineup, the Pistons were highly motivated for Tuesday's game against the Nets. Cunningham was able to produce 21 points, 15 assists and four three-pointers in just 26 minutes in the 138-100 victory. The Pistons have three more games this week, starting with a matchup against the 76ers on Thursday. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham has 26 points, 10 assists in loss
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 2:44 PM
Cade Cunningham had 26 points (9-of-19 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), one rebound, 10 assists and six three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Heat.
Analysis: Cunningham missed Saturday's home loss to the Nets with a quad injury, but returned Sunday against the Heat. The Pistons still suffered a similar result, falling to the Heat by 11 points, though Cunningham played well with 26 points and 10 assists. He's provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons have four games coming up in Week 20, starting with a matchup against the Nets on Tuesday. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham (quad) upgraded to available
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 11:33 AM
NBA Injury Report
Cade Cunningham (quad) is available for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Cunningham is back after missing Saturday's loss to the Nets. His return pushes Daniss Jenkins to the bench, with Marcus Sasser starting alongside the Pistons' All-Star guard. Duncan Robinson, Tobias Harris and Jalen Duren complete the starting five. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham (quad) probable vs. Miami
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 7:25 AM
NBA Injury Report
Cade Cunningham (quad) is probable for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Cunningham is on track to play after sitting out Saturday's loss to the Nets. His return would push Marcus Sasser to the bench, where there may still be some minutes available to the young guard with Caris LeVert (wrist) out. |
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Caris LeVert Caris LeVert (wrist) ruled out vs. Miami
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 7:22 AM
Coty M. Davis
Caris LeVert (wrist) is out for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: LeVert played 16 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Nets. With Cade Cunningham considered probable, he can absorb LeVert's minutes, and then some. According to Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff, there is no timeline for LeVert's return. |
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Jalen Duren Jalen Duren posts 17/14/2/1/3 line vs. Brooklyn
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 2:51 PM
Jalen Duren recorded 17 points (7-of-19 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), 14 rebounds, two assists, one steal and three blocks in Saturday's loss to the Nets.
Analysis: While the field-goal percentage wasn't great, most managers who have Duren on their rosters will be pleased with his final line. The Pistons center recorded a double-double with four defensive contributions after playing just 12 minutes in Thursday's loss to the Spurs due to foul trouble. And Duren will have another opportunity to put up numbers in Week 19, as the Pistons face the Heat on Sunday. |
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Tobias Harris Tobias Harris scores team-high 18 points vs. BKN
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 2:50 PM
Tobias Harris finished Saturday's loss to the Nets with 18 points (8-of-14 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), 10 rebounds, one steal and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Harris' 18 points led the way for the shorthanded Pistons, and the double-double was his first since a February 19 win over the Knicks and third of the season. Due to Cade Cunningham's quad injury, Harris's offensive ceiling has been raised for the end of Week 19. If Cunningham can't play on Friday against the Heat, that's another game in which Harris could prove more valuable to fantasy managers. |
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Marcus Sasser Jenkins, Sasser, Robinson, Harris, Duren to start
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 11:42 AM
NBA Lineups
Daniss Jenkins, Marcus Sasser, Duncan Robinson, Tobias Harris and Jalen Duren will start Saturday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: The Pistons will roll out a new starting backcourt on Saturday, as Cade Cunningham and Ausar Thompson are out due to injury. Jenkins and Sasser will start, with the former offering a higher streaming ceiling. |
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Jalen Duren Jalen Duren (back) upgraded to available vs. BKN
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 11:33 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Duren (back) is available for Saturday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Duren is officially available after landing on the injury report with back spasms. He'll occupy his usual place within the Pistons' starting lineup. |
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Ausar Thompson Ausar (ankle) likely to miss multiple games
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 10:26 AM
Omari Sankofa
Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff said Saturday that Ausar Thompson (ankle) is likely to miss some time.
Analysis: Thompson sprained his ankle during Thursday's loss to the Spurs and has already been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nets, and Sunday's matchup with the Heat may be off the table as well. Ausar's absence may lead to Ron Holland moving into the starting lineup, which would raise the second-year wing's short-term fantasy ceiling. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham (quad) out Saturday vs. Nets
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 7:47 AM
Cade Cunningham (quad) is out for Saturday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Cunningham is set to miss just his eighth game of the season. The Pistons will be severely shorthanded against the Nets as they'll also be without starting small forward Ausar Thompson (ankle). Daniss Jenkins will likely start for the Pistons and is a recommended streaming option in standard leagues. |
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Ausar Thompson Ausar Thompson (ankle) out Saturday vs. Nets
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 11:21 AM
Ausar Thompson (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Thompson appeared to roll his ankle early in the first quarter of Thursday's loss to the Spurs, so it's no surprise he's already been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nets with a right ankle sprain. Ron Holland (eye) could move into the starting lineup as he's off the injury report. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham (quad) questionable vs. Brooklyn
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 11:21 AM
NBA Injury Report
Cade Cunningham (quad) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Cunningham is dealing with a left quad contusion, which he suffered during Thursday's loss to the Spurs. If he's unable to play against the Nets, the Pistons will likely turn to Daniss Jenkins to fill the void. Given the matchup, Jenkins would be a worthwhile streamer. |
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Jalen Duren Jalen Duren (back) probable Saturday vs. Nets
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 11:18 AM
Jalen Duren (back) is probable for Saturday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Duren is probable for Saturday's game against the Nets with low back spasms. The 22-year-old center is likely to suit up and will be looking to extend his streak of six consecutive games with a double-double. A first-time All-Star, Duren has been one of the most consistent centers in fantasy basketball this year. |
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Isaiah Stewart Isaiah Stewart chips in 18/6/2/1/1 line off bench
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 5:23 PM
Isaiah Stewart provided a boost off the bench with 18 points (4-of-8 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), six rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and three three-pointers on Thursday against the Spurs.
Analysis: In his second game back after serving a seven-game suspension, Stewart was able to make a big impact off the bench with Jalen Duren limited to 12 minutes due to foul trouble. This was a strong performance for Beef Stew in what has been a strong season for him, though performances like this won't come consistently when Duren is healthy. Still, this was a productive outing for him. |
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Cade Cunningham Cunningham puts up 26/4/8 line with four triples
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 5:13 PM
Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 26 points (10-of-26 FGs), four rebounds, eight assists and four three-pointers in a 121-106 loss to the Spurs on Thursday.
Analysis: Though this was another inefficient performance for Cunningham, he was better as a scorer than he was in Cleveland on Tuesday, when he was held to just 10 points. However, over his last five games, he has averaged 5.2 turnovers per game. Turnovers have been a weak category for him all season, but this has been a rough stretch by his standards. Still, the counting stats were strong, and he gets an easier matchup against the Nets in their next outing on Saturday. |
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Ausar Thompson Ausar Thompson records 16/6/6/4/1 stat line
Tue, Mar 3, 2026, 3:39 PM
Ausar Thompsonposted 16 points (7-of-11 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), six rebounds, six assists, four steals and one blocked shot in Tuesday's loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: A double-digit scorer in three of his last four games, Thompson has also recorded four complete stat lines during this stretch. Over his last four, the Pistons' wing has averaged 7.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 2.8 steals and 1.8 blocks while shooting nearly 70 percent from the field. Thompson may not bring much value to the table in points and three-pointers, but the ability to fill the stat line preserves his category league value. |
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