Daniss Jenkins News, Rumors, Updates - Detroit Pistons

Struggles off bench Jenkins ended Wednesday's 112-106 loss to the 76ers with five points (2-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt), one rebound and four assists in 21 minutes.

Impact Jenkins struggled to establish an offensive rhythm, connecting on just two field goals while committing four turnovers. The reserve guard provided some playmaking but failed to contribute a steal or block, limiting his overall fantasy impact. With Cade Cunningham handling the bulk of Detroit's backcourt responsibilities, Jenkins remains a fringe option in deeper formats.

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Provides spark off bench in victory Jenkins logged 14 points (6-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt), three assists, two rebounds and two steals across 24 minutes in Wednesday's 97-89 win over Charlotte.

Impact With Ausar Thompson shedding his probable tag to suit up Wednesday, Jenkins came off the bench for a second straight game. The 25-year-old was productive, scoring in double figures for a fourth consecutive contest while bouncing back from a 1-for-6 shooting performance from downtown in the front end of this back-to-back set. He also tallied a season-high mark in steals.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to bench Tuesday Jenkins is not listed in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Jenkins started in Sunday's 106-93 win over the 76ers, finishing with 18 points, eight rebounds, six assists and one block across 38 minutes of action. With Ausar Thompson (ankle) back from a one-game layoff, Jenkins will return to the bench.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Steps up with 18 points in win Jenkins posted 18 points (6-11 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and a block across 38 minutes in Sunday's 106-93 win over the 76ers.

Impact Jenkins capitalized on an expanded role with Ausar Thompson (ankle) sidelined, playing a team-high 38 minutes and contributing across several categories. His late three-pointer helped secure Detroit's victory, while his rebounding and playmaking added considerable fantasy value. However, his long-term outlook remains tied to the Pistons' injury situation, as a healthier rotation could reduce his opportunities moving forward.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Jenkins will start Sunday's game against the 76ers, Hunter Patterson of The Athletic reports.

Impact Jenkins gets the start due to Ausar Thompson (ankle) being out. Jenkins holds averages of 7.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 26.0 minutes per contest across two appearances this season.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 15 minutes Jenkins posted three points (1-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt), two rebounds and three assists in 15 minutes during Tuesday's 121-113 win over the Celtics.

Impact Jenkins knocked down his lone three-point attempt in the second quarter but played a relatively minor role in Detroit's comeback from a 22-point deficit. The reserve guard committed one turnover and four fouls while receiving limited offensive opportunities. After averaging 9.3 points and 3.9 assists last season, Jenkins will need a larger workload to replicate that production consistently.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Quieter off bench Wednesday Jenkins finished with six points (2-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four assists, three rebounds and one block across 16 minutes in Wednesday's 128-106 preseason win over Minnesota.

Impact After scoring 12 points in 18 minutes as a starter Saturday, Jenkins had a quieter scoring outing in a reserve role Wednesday. The St. John's product emerged as a key role player last season, averaging 9.3 points, 3.9 assists and 2.3 rebounds in 20.2 minutes across 72 regular-season appearances (19 starts). Heading into the 2026-27 campaign, Jenkins is positioned to serve as the primary backup to star point guard Cade Cunningham.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Jenkins is in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against the Wizards, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact The Pistons won't start Cade Cunningham in Saturday's preseason contest, meaning Jenkins will get the nod at point guard. The former St. John's standout is expected to operate as Cunningham's backup as long as he stays healthy, so he'll get the chance to run with the first-team offense in this game. He averaged 9.3 points and 3.9 assists per game across 72 contests (19 starts) in the 2025-26 regular season.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Daniss Jenkins will need to maintain his trajectory just to keep his spot Ebuka Okorie is threatening Daniss Jenkins’ role on the Pistons unless Jenkins improves more.

OCTOBER 9 • PISTONPOWERED.COM

Sees 18 minutes in preseason Jenkins finished with five points (2-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt), four assists and two rebounds in 18 minutes during Monday's preseason win over the Suns.

Impact Jenkins helped Detroit erase a 19-point deficit and connected on a contested three-pointer to tie the game at the end of the third quarter. After emerging as a rotation contributor last season, the 24-year-old will look to secure consistent reserve minutes in a deeper Detroit backcourt.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Daniss Jenkins should give the Pistons a different gear Jenkins can offer the Pistons a change of pace.

SEPTEMBER 15 • PISTONPOWERED.COM

Daniss Jenkins is Pistons' chance to solve their shot creation The Detroit Pistons are in dire need of shot creation depth. Daniss Jenkins is the solution to the problem who keeps being glossed over.

SEPTEMBER 2 • PISTONPOWERED.COM

JB Bickerstaff needs to invest in Daniss Jenkins more to help Cade Cunningham Giving Daniss Jenkins more responsibilities could help Cade Cunningham moving forward.

AUGUST 25 • PISTONPOWERED.COM

Pistons' unrealistic expectations from Daniss Jenkins sets him up to fail Detroit's overreliance on Daniss Jenkins could prove to be a problem.

AUGUST 5 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Daniss Jenkins has major flaw to fix if he wants to be more than a nice story Daniss Jenkins has a big opportunity but also more competition.

AUGUST 5 • PISTONPOWERED.COM

Pistons have two Daniss Jenkins pathways to worry about next season The Detroit Pistons need Daniss Jenkins to play well, but that would also mean a big-time payday.

JULY 25 • PISTONPOWERED.COM

2 Undrafted Pistons Players That Might Earn Roster Spots In the past, a select few of undrafted players have gone on to have an impact on an NBA roster. For the Pistons, that has been Daniss Jenkin...

JULY 15 • SI.COM

Pistons' search for the next Daniss Jenkins starts today The Detroit Pistons have to keep a steady stream of cheap talent in the pipeline.

JULY 9 • PISTONPOWERED.COM

Team option exercised The Pistons exercised their team option for Jenkins on Monday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

Impact This was basically a formality for the Pistons at $4 million. Jenkins was upgraded to a standard contract last season after a string of impressive performances. Across 72 regular-season games, he averaged 9.3 points, 3.9 assists and 2.3 rebounds on 40.8 percent shooting from the field.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons' pre-draft workouts show they're looking for the next Daniss Jenkins The Detroit Pistons are looking for the next undrafted sleeper.

JUNE 3 • PISTONPOWERED.COM

Strong effort in Game 7 Jenkins ended Sunday's 125-94 loss to Cleveland in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals with 17 points (4-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 7-8 FT), three rebounds and five assists in 34 minu...

Impact Jenkins was one of the best stories to come out of Detroit this season. He began the season on a two-way contract, but his stellar play quickly earned him a standard deal. He ended up with 72 regular-season appearances with averages of 9.3 points, 3.9 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 0.9 steals in 20.2 minutes per contest. He's expected back in Detroit with the Pistons likely to pick up his team option.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Mitchell scores 26 and the Cavaliers rout the Pistons 125-94 in Game 7 to reach the East finals

Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Jarrett Allen and Sam Merrill each added 23 and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Detroit Pistons 125-94 on Sunday night in Game 7 to advance to t...

MAY 18 • Associated Press

Cade Cunningham scores 21 and Pistons dominate 2nd half to beat Cavs 115-94 and force Game 7

Cade Cunningham scored 21 points and the top-seeded Detroit Pistons dominated the second half, beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-94 to force a Game 7 in their Eastern Conference...

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Drops 19 points in spot start Jenkins closed with 19 points (8-17 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal over 41 minutes during Wednesday's 117-113 overtime loss to the Cava...

Impact Jenkins moved into the starting lineup, replacing Duncan Robinson, who was ruled out with a back injury. Jenkins made the most of his opportunity, scoring a postseason-high 19 points, while also adding three combined steals and blocks. In 12 games across the postseason, Jenkins has averaged 8.0 points, 2.8 assists and 0.9 three-pointers in 21.1 minutes per game. However, he has now scored double digits in four of the past six games, seeing elevated minutes on a consistent basis.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

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Mitchell scores 26 and the Cavaliers rout the Pistons 125-94 in Game 7 to reach the East finals

Cade Cunningham scores 21 and Pistons dominate 2nd half to beat Cavs 115-94 and force Game 7