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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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Kevin Huerter Kevin Huerter turns in 17/3/5/4 line as starter
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 4:20 PM
Kevin Huerter started on Monday and contributed 17 points (7-of-14 FGs), three rebounds, five assists, four steals and three three-pointers against the Magic.
Analysis: With Duncan Robinson (hip) sidelined for this game, Huerter got the starting nod in his place. This was his third start since being traded to Detroit, and he has been excellent in all of them. Robinson will be the starter when this team is healthy, but Huerter is proving that he can be a valuable option off the bench, or as a starter, for the Pistons during the playoffs. He was traded from Chicago ahead of the trade deadline, and now he'll be an important piece of a contending team. |
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Paul Reed DET starting Jenkins, Huerter, Ausar, Reed, Duren
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 12:41 PM
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Daniss Jenkins, Kevin Huerter, Ausar Thompson, Paul Reed and Jalen Duren will start against the Magic on Monday.
Analysis: Detroit will roll out a two-big starting unit for this game, with Reed starting in place of Tobias Harris (knee). Huerter also joins the starting unit with Duncan Robinson (hip) out for this game. |
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Caris LeVert Caris LeVert (knee) ruled out Monday vs. Orlando
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 11:45 AM
NBA Injury Report
Caris LeVert (knee) will not play on Monday against the Magic.
Analysis: LeVert's absence will leave the Pistons without a proven scorer off the bench. JaVonte Green, Ron Holland, and Kevin Huerter could all see increased opportunities to produce from a fantasy standpoint with LeVert sidelined. |
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Isaiah Stewart Isaiah Stewart (calf) ruled out vs. Orlando
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 11:43 AM
NBA Injury Report
Isaiah Stewart (calf) has been ruled out against the Magic on Monday.
Analysis: Stewart was initially ruled out for this game but was upgraded to doubtful Monday afternoon. He has now been ruled out again. Paul Reed will continue to fill out the backup center minutes, though Stewart appears to be getting closer to a return. |
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Tobias Harris Tobias Harris (knee) ruled out vs. Orlando
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 11:41 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tobias Harris (knee) has been ruled out against the Magic on Monday.
Analysis: Harris was downgraded to doubtful earlier in the day, so his absence isn't a surprise. Javonte Green will likely fill the void in the starting unit. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham (lung) ruled out vs. Orlando
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 11:39 AM
NBA Injury Report
Cade Cunningham (lung) has ben ruled out against the Magic on Monday.
Analysis: As expected, Cunningham won't suit up against Orlando, but the initial doubtful tag is an indication that he could be getting closer to a return. With the playoffs start in less than two weeks, that is a good sign, even if he doesn't play again during this regular season. Daniss Jenkins will continue to start until Cunningham is back. |
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Duncan Robinson Duncan Robinson (hip) ruled out vs. Orlando
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 11:32 AM
NBA Injury Report
Duncan Robinson (hip) has been ruled out against the Magic on Monday.
Analysis: Robinson was downgraded to doubtful earlier in the day, so his absence isn't a surprise. He'll likely be replaced in the starting lineup by Kevin Huerter. |
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Isaiah Stewart Isaiah Stewart (calf) upgraded to doubtful vs. ORL
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 7:40 AM
Isaiah Stewart (calf) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Stewart, who last appeared in a game on March 13, was initially ruled out for Monday's game. Paul Reed will lose out on some minutes if Beef Stew returns, but the Pistons are locked into the top seed in the East. If cleared during the regular season, Stewart may only play enough to shake off the rust ahead of the playoffs. |
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Duncan Robinson Duncan Robinson (hip) downgraded to doubtful
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 7:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Duncan Robinson (hip) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Robinson was initially questionable for Monday's game. If he can't play, Kevin Huerter is likely to move into the starting lineup. |
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Caris LeVert Caris LeVert (knee) questionable vs. Orlando
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 7:31 AM
NBA Injury Report
Caris LeVert (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Absent from the Pistons' initial injury report, LeVert may sit due to bilateral knee injury management. If he can't play, this may be a spot where rookie Chaz Lanier plays more minutes. The first-round pick has not cracked the Pistons' rotation this season, which is unsurprising, given the team's youth and depth on the wings. |
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Tobias Harris Tobias Harris (knee) downgraded to doubtful
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 7:28 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tobias Harris (knee) is now doubtful for Monday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Initially questionable for Monday's game, Harris appears to be on track not to play. With the Pistons locking up the top seed in the East on Saturday, ensuring their key contributors are healthy heading into the playoffs will be a priority. Javonte Green is the likely replacement in the starting five if Harris sits. |
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Cade Cunningham Cade Cunningham (lung) doubtful vs. Orlando
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 7:25 AM
NBA Injury Report
Cade Cunningham (lung) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: While the doubtful tag suggests it's more likely Cunningham will not return on Monday, the status change is an upgrade. On April 2, it was announced that he would be re-evaluated in a week, so a return before the playoffs may be within reach. Daniss Jenkins has filled in admirably as the starting point guard in Cunningham's absence, and Jalen Duren has been able to do more facilitating from the center position. |
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Isaiah Stewart Isaiah Stewart (calf) to remain out vs. Orlando
Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 10:58 AM
NBA Injury Report
Isaiah Stewart (calf) is out for Monday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Stewart has not appeared in a game since March 13, and that won't change on Monday. Paul Reed will continue to take on the backup center responsibilities, making him a worthwhile option in deep leagues. |
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Duncan Robinson Duncan Robinson (hip) questionable Monday
Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 10:57 AM
Duncan Robinson (hip) is questionable for Monday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Robinson continues to manage a right hip injury, which has him on the injury report as questionable for Monday's game against the Magic. If the 31-year-old small forward is out, Kevin Huerter is the obvious replacement for the Pistons. |
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Tobias Harris Tobias Harris (knee) questionable vs. Orlando
Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 10:56 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tobias Harris (knee) is questionable for Monday's game against the Magic.
Analysis: Harris is back on the injury report due to the left knee contusion he suffered during Thursday's win over the Timberwolves. With the Pistons locking up the top seed in the East, the team may look to rest some of its key players in the final week of the regular season. If Harris sits, Javonte Green is the likely replacement in the starting lineup. |
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Ausar Thompson Ausar Thompson records three steals vs. 76ers
Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 3:38 PM
Ausar Thompson amassed 14 points (7-of-11 FGs), five rebounds, two assists, three steals and one block in Saturday's win over the 76ers.
Analysis: While Philadelphia's Tyrese Mazey led all scorers with 23 points, Thompson did an outstanding job of making him work for everything. The 76ers' point guard was able to get his, but he could not get others going. Maxey was responsible for just one assist, while Thompson recorded three steals and a blocked shot. Add in the points and rebounds, and the Pistons' wing had a very good night in Philadelphia. |
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Tobias Harris Tobias Harris scores 19 points vs. Philadelphia
Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 3:37 PM
Tobias Harris accounted for 19 points (7-of-13 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, two assists, four steals and one three-pointer in Saturday's win over the 76ers.
Analysis: After exiting Thursday's win over the Timberwolves with a knee contusion, Harris played 27 minutes without issue on Saturday. The 19 points were the most he's scored in a game since March 25, when he put up 22 in a loss to the Hawks. The win over the 76ers secured for the Pistons the top seed in the East, which could lead to key players getting a little more rest during Week 24. |
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Marcus Sasser Marcus Sasser (hip) upgraded to available vs. PHI
Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 12:25 PM
NBA Injury Report
Marcus Sasser (hip) is available for Saturday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Sasser is good to go after initially being probable for Saturday's game. He's only played eight minutes in each of the Pistons' last two games, so the young guard's availability will not affect fantasy basketball. |
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Jalen Duren Jalen Duren, Tobias Harris available vs. 76ers
Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 12:21 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Duren (illness) and Tobias Harris (knee) are available for Saturday's game against the 76ers.
Analysis: Duren and Harris are good to go for Saturday's game after initially being questionable. They'll take their usual places within the Pistons' starting lineup. For Duren, the Pistons have run more offense through him in the aftermath of Cade Cunningham's lung injury, slightly raising his ceiling in assists. |
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