NOVEMBER 22, 2023•HOOPSHYPE.COM
Bojan Bogdanovic cleared to practice soonThe good news is centered around Jalen Duren and Bojan Bogdanovic, as both players are expected to return to practice this week. Duren has m...
Zeke Nnaji - Dealing with minor ankle sprainNnaji is probable for Wednesday's matchup against Orlando due to a right ankle sprain.
ImpactNikola Jokic was ejected from Monday's contest against Detroit, which allowed Nnaji to play 14 minutes. He posted seven points, one rebound and one block during the narrow win, but it appears he picked up a minor ankle sprain. Nnaji is still on track to suit up versus the Magic, but he'll probably see fewer minutes with Jokic back in the lineup Wednesday.
NOVEMBER 21, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Monte Morris - To be re-evaluated in 6-8 weeksMorris (quad) will be re-evaluated in 6-8 weeks following additional treatment to address his ongoing quad strain, NBA writer Marc Stein reports.
ImpactMorris' right quad strain has spiraled into a serious issue for the 28-year-old. He underwent a platelet-rich plasma injection Friday as a form of stem cell treatment to help his healing process, but his recovery timeline has extended until January. Morris has yet to play this season and is on track to miss Detroit's first 30 games, at minimum.
NOVEMBER 21, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Bojan Bogdanovic - Cleared for basketball activitiesThe Pistons announced Tuesday that Bogdanovic (calf) has begun a return-to-play progression and is cleared for full basketball contact, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports...
ImpactThe veteran has yet to play this season due to a low-grade right calf strain he suffered during training camp, but it appears his debut is imminent. Bogdanovic will presumably practice the next few days before the medical staff determines his status for Friday's matchup in Indiana. When cleared, Bogdanovic may be subject to a minute restriction.
NOVEMBER 21, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Jalen Duren - Expected to practice this weekThe Pistons announced Tuesday that Duren (ankle) is expected to practice this week, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
ImpactDuren has missed five straight contests due to right ankle soreness, but he's nearing a return to game action. The second-year center has recently been participating in 3-on-3 drills and should be a full participant in practice soon. The Pistons have just one more game this week, Friday in Indiana, but Duren's status for that game has yet to be determined.
NOVEMBER 21, 2023•ROTOWIRE
NBA In-Season Tournament is doing what it intended. Now things should heat up
There was no shortage of reasons why the NBA In-Season Tournament was put together. And the benefits are already clear.NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Killian Hayes - Plays season-low 14 minutesHayes closed with zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two assists and two steals across 14 minutes during Monday's 107-103 loss to the Nuggets.
ImpactHayes played in Monday's contest with padding to help protect his sprained left shoulder, but it's unclear how much the injury impacted Hayes workload. No setback was reported, so it's possible that Hayes is beginning to get phased out of Detroit's rotation. He has averaged just 4.8 points in 21.0 minutes per game over his last four contests. Hayes' usage in Friday's upcoming contest against Indiana will help shed light on his role.
NOVEMBER 21, 2023•ROTOWIRE
