Impact For the fourth game in a row, Wiseman was limited to minutes in the teens off the bench. He's struggled to make a real impact in Detroit, and it's hard to see that changing as long as Jalen Duren is healthy.
FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
JAMES WISEMAN
6.0 PPG •
1.0 RPG •
0.0 APG
6.0 PPG
1.0 RPG
0.0 APG
Sees 17 minutes off bench Wiseman closed with four points (2-4 FG), six rebounds, one assist and one steal across 17 minutes during Monday's 113-111 loss to the Knicks.
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Surprises with 18 points Wiseman had 18 points (8-12 FG, 2-3 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and one block in 23 minutes during Tuesday's 125-111 loss to the Lakers.
Impact Wiseman was an unexpected surprise considering Jalen Duren's form hold on the starting job. The duo split even minutes in the loss, but the metrics suggest that the increase is just a blip on the radar. The Pistons have little to play for, so we may see increased tinkering with the lineup after the All-Star break, and that could have a positive affect on Wiseman's totals.
FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Elevated role in blowout loss Wiseman finished with four points (2-3 FG), five rebounds, one assist and one block in 24 minutes during Tuesday's 131-110 loss to the Kings.
Impact Wiseman played 20-plus minutes for the first time since Dec. 18. He's appeared in 15 of Detroit's last 16 games, averaging 7.2 points, 5.2 rebounds and 0.9 blocks in 17.8 minutes per game. However, barring an injury to Jalen Duren, Wiseman doesn't have much fantasy value.
JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Fails to score in 12 minutes Wiseman provided zero points (0-2 FG) and two rebounds across 12 minutes during Tuesday's 118-112 loss to Brooklyn.
Impact Wiseman continues to offer nothing in Detroit, failing to score in 12 minutes of playing time. After a brief period during which he at least out himself on the standard league radar, things have returned to normal. Given he is unlikely to be an every-night part of the rotation, there is no reason to consider him worthy of a roster spot.
DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Continues strong play off bench Wiseman totaled 17 points (7-9 FG, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one steal across 26 minutes during Saturday's 146-114 loss to the Bucks.
Impact Wiseman led all Pistons bench players in scoring, rebounds and assists while setting a season-high in assists and posting his third straight game with at least 10 points. Wiseman has reached the double-digit point total in five contests this year and has averaged 15.7 points, 7.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists over his last three games.
DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores season-high 20 points Wiseman finished with 20 points (9-12 FG, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and one block across 28 minutes during Friday's 124-92 loss to the 76ers.
Impact The Pistons dropped their 22nd straight game Friday, so there wasn't much for the team to celebrate. However, Wiseman provided a silver lining with his best game of the campaign, leading the team with a season-high 20 points and 13 boards for his first double-double since the final game of last season. Wiseman hasn't been given substantial playing time this year, but his performance Friday may open the door to more opportunity, especially with Jalen Duren (ankle) out for an extended period and Marvin Bagley continuing to deal with a troublesome back.
DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Gets eight minutes in loss Wiseman registered four points (2-3FG) and four rebounds over eight minutes in Wednesday's 116-102 loss to the Grizzlies.
Impact Wiseman was a DNP in each of the last two game, however he saw the floor Wednesday after Jalen Duren left with an apparent ankle injury. If Duren is forced to miss time, Wiseman and fellow big man Marvin Bagley figure to see an uptick in minutes alongside Isaiah Stewart.
DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Operates as primary backup Wiseman ended Monday's 126-107 loss to the Wizards with eight points (3-4 FG, 2-4 FT) and four rebounds over nine minutes.
Impact With Jalen Duren reclaiming his spot in the starting lineup, coach Monty Williams had a decision to make regarding his backup center. Marvin Bagley had clearly moved ahead of Wiseman to start the campaign, but the former didn't see any action Monday while the latter was solid in limited work. It's unclear if this was a permanent move, but either way, both Bagley and Wiseman won't have significant fantasy value as long as Duren is healthy.
NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Season-best performance Wiseman totaled 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 14 minutes during Tuesday's 126-120 loss to the Hawks.
Impact Wiseman posted a season-high 11 points while matching his most minutes played. The 22-year-old was needed to combat the size of Atlanta's frontcourt, especially with Jalen Duren (ankle) still out. Injury woes in Detroit have not led to relevant production from Wiseman, so he remains removed from fantasy radar.
NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Held scoreless against Warriors Wiseman notched zero points (0-3 FG) and three rebounds in 11 minutes during Monday's 120-109 loss to the Warriors.
Impact Jalen Duren missed Monday's game with an ankle injury, but he's believed to be day-to-day. Wiseman is clearly out of favor in Detroit right now, as Marvin Bagley was given the bulk of Duren's minutes.
NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Will be available Monday Wiseman (finger) is available for Monday's matchup against the Thunder.
Impact As expected, Wiseman has been upgraded from probable to available and will suit up Monday. However, the 2020 first-round pick hasn't seen any playing time through Detroit's first three regular-season games. Isaiah Stewart (35.0 minutes per game), Jalen Duren (33.3) and Marvin Bagley (14.7) have dominated the Pistons' frontcourt minutes thus far.
OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Probable Monday Wiseman (finger) is probable for Monday's game against the Thunder due to a left digit sprain.
Impact It's unclear whether Wiseman is dealing with a finger or toe injury, but he'll likely be able to suit up against Oklahoma City. However, his status shouldn't impact the Pistons' rotation.
OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Poor outing off bench Friday Wiseman racked up four points (2-5 FG), three rebounds, an assist and a block across 10 minutes off the bench in Friday's 114-104 preseason loss to the Mavericks.
Impact Wiseman spent the preseason battling with Marvin Bagley for the role of backup center behind Jalen Duren, but a couple of uninspiring performances made him lose ground in that race. Wiseman is expected to see limited minutes off the bench once the regular season begins next week.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Competing for backup minutes Coach Monty Williams said Wednesday that Wiseman and Marvin Bagley are competing to serve as Jalen Duren's backup, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Impact It's no surprise that Duren will be operating as the starting center, but Williams suggested that there will likely only be minutes in the rotation for one of Wiseman or Bagley. Wiseman's role increased after being traded from the Warriors to the Pistons last year, as he averaged 12.7 points and 8.1 rebounds in 25.2 minutes per game over 24 appearances with Detroit, but it sounds as though he could have more trouble finding consistent playing time under his new head coach.
OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
NBA 2K24 Summer League: Pistons big men show force in win over Magic James Wiseman compiled 16 points, 11 rebounds and 2 blocks.
JULY 9, 2023 • NBA.COM
Double-doubles in summer opener Wiseman posted 16 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3pt, 3-6 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 26 minutes of Saturday's 89-78 Summer League win over Orlando.
Impact Wiseman was dominant on the interior, grabbing a game-high 11 rebounds (four offensive) while rejecting a pair of shots and finished with a positive 20 plus-minus in the win. After attempting just 0.4 three-pointers per game last season, Wiseman spent a lot of time on the perimeter Saturday, hucking up three triples and connecting on one of them. Though the former No. 2 overall pick has had a rough transition to the NBA, he's oozing with talent and should remain a key contributor for the Pistons this summer.
JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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Lifts offense in double-double Wiseman had 22 points (10-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and 13 rebounds across 33 minutes during Sunday's 112-100 loss to the Heat.
Impact Wiseman led Detroit in scoring while hauling in the most rebounds of any player in Sunday's game during a double-double performance. Wiseman has posted a double-double in three of his last four games and has done so five times this season.
MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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Top rebounder in double-double Wiseman racked up 12 points (4-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Tuesday's 117-97 loss to the Wizards.
Impact Wiseman was the lone player in Tuesday's game to record 10 or more rebounds en route to a double-double performance as a starter. Wiseman has tallied a double-double on four occasions this season, including in three of his last four outings. Wiseman has surpassed the double-digit rebound mark five times this year.
MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
