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Jalen Duren Jalen Duren (knee) ruled out vs. Indiana
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 10:58 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Duren (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Duren is the lone Pistons regular on the injury report for Sunday's regular-season finale, even though Detroit's playoff seeding won't be affected by the outcome. Isaiah Stewart is available, but most of Duren's minutes may be absorbed by Paul Reed, as Beef Stew only recently returned from a strained calf. |
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Duncan Robinson Duncan Robinson has 19 ponts, three threes in win
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 3:50 PM
Duncan Robinson had 19 points (6-of-11 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), three rebounds, one assist, one steal and three three-pointers in Friday's win over the Hornets.
Analysis: The Pistons played their starters and though Robinson only played 26 minutes he was efficient. The 31-year-old small forward had 19 points on 11 attempts from the field, which included going 3-of-7 from behind the three-point line. Robinson had a solid year with the Pistons and was useful to fantasy managers in deeper formats. |
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Cade Cunningham Cunningham has 14 points, seven assists in win
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 3:43 PM
Cade Cunningham had 14 points (7-of-13 FGs, 0-of-1 FTs), two rebounds, seven assists, one steal and one block in Friday's win over the Hornets.
Analysis: Playing for the second time since returning from a collapsed lung, Cunningham had a very similar game to his return against the Bucks on Wednesday. The 24-year-old point guard had 14 points on 13 attempts from the field and played 28 minutes. When Cunningham is completely healthy, he regularly plays over 30 minutes and takes over 20 shots per game. The Pistons are still taking it easy with their superstar, which is probably wise with Detroit already having clinched the top seed in the Eastern Conference. |
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Jalen Duren Jalen Duren has 20 points, nine boards in win
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 3:32 PM
Jalen Duren had 20 points (8-of-11 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), nine rebounds and four assists in the Pistons' 118-110 victory over the Hornets on Friday.
Analysis: Duren led the Pistons with 20 points in the win. The 22-year-old center was one rebound shy of a double-double. Detroit already clinched the first seed in the Eastern Conference, but still rolled out its starting lineup. They all played less than 30 minutes, though. Duren is finishing strong, providing fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons wrap up the regular season on Sunday against the Pacers on the road. |
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Kevin Huerter Kevin Huerter (illness) upgraded to available
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 11:38 AM
Omari Sankofa
Kevin Huerter (illness) is available for Friday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Upgraded to probable earlier Friday afternoon, Huerter is good to go. The Pistons now have a clean injury report for Friday's game. And with the team locked into its playoff seeding, they won't have to ask Huerter to do too much on Friday or Sunday. |
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Kevin Huerter Kevin Huerter (illness) probable vs. Hornets
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 7:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Kevin Huerter (illness) has been upgraded to probable for Friday's matchup with the Hornets.
Analysis: Huerter sat out Wednesday, but he's on track to take the court against Charlotte. Huerter could handle an elevated workload Friday and for the Pistons' final game on Sunday as Detroit has already secured the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference. |
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Kevin Huerter Kevin Huerter (illness) questionable vs. Charlotte
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 11:04 AM
NBA Injury Report
Kevin Huerter (illness) is questionable for Friday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Huerter did not play in Wednesday's win over the Bucks, with his absence coinciding with Duncan Robinson's return. With Detroit knowing its seed for the playoffs, head coach J.B. Bickerstaff could decide to go deeper into the bench for the team's final two regular-season games. |
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Jalen Duren Jalen Duren scores team-high 21 points vs. MIL
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 4:22 PM
Jalen Duren accumulated 21 points (8-of-9 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), nine rebounds, three assists and one block in Wednesday's win over the Bucks.
Analysis: With the Pistons grabbing control of Wednesday's game during the second and third quarters, Duren only needed to play 28 minutes against the Bucks. The All-Star center finished one rebound shy of a triple-double, and he's scored at least 20 points in 33 games this season. By comparison, Duren had four such games last season. At a minimum, he's on the shortlist of the most improved players in the NBA this season. |
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Isaiah Stewart Isaiah Stewart (calf) logs 11 minutes vs. Bucks
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 4:22 PM
Isaiah Stewart (calf) finished Wednesday's win over the Bucks with eight points (3-of-3 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs) and one rebound.
Analysis: Back in the Pistons' rotation after a 13-game absence with a strained calf, Stewart played 11 minutes off the bench on Wednesday. He didn't miss a shot against the Bucks, and while the rebounding production was underwhelming, Beef Stew's mere presence on the court makes a difference for the Pistons. Paul Reed played 10 minutes, finishing with 10 points, three rebounds, one assist and one blocked shot. Wednesday's game was one the Pistons won comfortably, which likely impacted Stewart's minutes. But the focus is on ensuring he's sharp for the playoffs, which begin on April 18. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham (lung) plays 26 minutes in return
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 4:22 PM
Cade Cunningham (lung) accounted for 13 points (6-of-11 FGs), five rebounds, 10 assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Wednesday's win over the Bucks.
Analysis: Cunningham recorded a double-double in his first game back from a lung pneumothorax that sidelined him for 11 games. More important was the playing time, as he logged 26 minutes without incident. The Pistons have games on Friday and Sunday to end their regular season, so Cunningham will have opportunities to sharpen his skills against competition. However, with the Pistons locked into the top seed in the East, Daniss Jenkins will still play solid minutes in those remaining games. Jenkins finished Wednesday's victory with nine points, five rebounds, six assists and one three-pointer in 21 minutes. |
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Kevin Huerter Kevin Huerter (illness) downgraded to out vs. MIL
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 12:40 PM
NBA Injury Report
Kevin Huerter (illness) is out for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Huerter will miss Wednesday's game due to illness after playing 32 minutes on Monday. Duncan Robinson is back after missing Monday's loss to the Magic, so he'll absorb the minutes that went to Huerter. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham (lung) available, will start
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 12:37 PM
NBA Injury Report
Cade Cunningham (lung) is available for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: After an 11-game absence, Cunningham is good to go for Wednesday's game. His minutes are likely to be managed, as the Pistons are locked into the top seed in the East. These final three games will be about Cunningham shaking off the rust ahead of the playoffs. Daniss Jenkins will head to the bench, but he will remain in the rotation. The Pistons will have their regular starting lineup, with Ausar Thompson, Duncan Robinson, Tobias Harris and Jalen Duren completing the quintet. |
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Isaiah Stewart Isaiah Stewart (calf) available Wednesday vs. MIL
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 12:36 PM
Hunter Patterson
Isaiah Stewart (calf) is available to play on Wednesday against the Bucks.
Analysis: After missing 13 games, Stewart's return comes with three games left before the NBA playoffs. For the Eastern Conference's first-seeded Pistons, the short runway to the postseason gives Stewart a few games to return to form as a defensive presence in the interior. He's averaging 10.0 points and 5.1 rebounds as well, while starting 13 of his 55 games this year. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham (lung) expected to play Wednesday
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 8:58 AM
Vincent Goodwill
ESPN's Vincent Goodwill reports that Cade Cunningham (lung) is expected to play in Wednesday's matchup with the Bucks.
Analysis: Cunningham will return after a lengthy absence, but his minutes may be managed. Detroit has a winning record with its star point guard sidelined, and Detroit has the No. 1 seed locked up. The Pistons have the luxury of easing Cunningham back into action, so if you're playing fantasy hoops, you should hang onto Daniss Jenkins. |
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Caris LeVert Caris LeVert (knee) removed from injury report
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 10:28 AM
NBA Injury Report
Caris LeVert (knee) is not on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: LeVert will return on Wednesday after sitting out Monday's loss to the Magic. Chaz Lanier, who struggled in 16 minutes of action the last time out, is likely to fall out of the rotation entirely. |
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Isaiah Stewart Isaiah Stewart (calf) questionable vs. Milwaukee
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 10:26 AM
NBA Injury Report
Isaiah Stewart (calf) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Stewart is closing in on a return to action after having last played on March 13. It would be optimal for him and the Pistons to get in some game action before the playoffs. Paul Reed may lose out on some playing time, but it's highly unlikely that Beef Stew would take on a full workload immediately. |
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Duncan Robinson Duncan Robinson (hip) removed from injury report
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 10:21 AM
NBA Injury Report
Duncan Robinson (hip) is not on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Robinson did not play in Monday's loss to the Magic, with Kevin Huerter logging 32 minutes as his replacement in the starting lineup. Huerter will head to the bench, but his playing time may not take a severe hit with the Pistons locked into the top seed in the East. |
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Tobias Harris Tobias Harris (knee) absent from injury report
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 10:18 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tobias Harris (knee) is not on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Harris is back after sitting out Monday's loss to the Magic. Paul Reed moved into the starting lineup, playing 19 minutes. With Harris available, Reed will head back to the bench. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham (lung) questionable Wednesday
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 10:18 AM
Cade Cunningham (lung) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Cunningham continues to progress after suffering a collapsed lung in a March game against the Wizards. The 24-year-old point guard was listed as doubtful before being ruled out Monday against the Magic, so his questionable status for Wednesday's game against the Bucks represents progress. Daniss Jenkins will start again if Cunningham is ultimately ruled out. |
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Javonte Green Javonte Green posts 17/7/2/3/2 line off bench
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 4:24 PM
Javonte Green provided a boost off the bench with 17 points (6-of-13 FGs), seven rebounds, two assists, three steals, two blocks and three three-pointers against the Magic on Monday.
Analysis: Green didn't get the starting nod with Tobias Harris (knee) sidelined, but he started the second half of this game in place of Paul Reed. He played 27 minutes to Reed's 18 and was far more productive. Detroit has already locked up the top seed in the East, so Harris could get more rest days this week, which may lead to more minutes for Green. He has been a solid rotation piece for them, but he hasn't had many games as productive as this one. |
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