MARCUS SASSER NEWS

Solid numbers off bench in loss Sasser provided 12 points (5-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt), four assists and three steals in 26 minutes during Saturday's 111-96 loss to the 76ers.

Impact The starters struggled for the Pistons in this 15-point loss, but Sasser was one of several bench players who exceeded expectations for Detroit. Scoring numbers aside, Sasser was able to make an impact both as a playmaker and on-ball defender. However, there's a strong chance this was an outlier and not a sign of things to come in the future. Sasser should continue to have a limited role off the bench until further notice.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Leads bench with 13 points Sasser logged 13 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 21 minutes during Saturday's 111-100 loss to Orlando.

Impact Sasser joined Jaden Ivey (19) and Malik Beasley (18) as the only Pistons players to score in double-digits Saturday. It was a nice bounce-back performance for Sasser, who had failed to reach double-digit points over his last four games, including a scoreless effort against the Hornets on Thursday. Sasser's 21 minutes of playing time was due to Cade Cunningham's (hip) absence, and the former could see extended playing time against the Raptors on Monday if Cunningham remains sidelined.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Held scoreless in loss Thursday Sasser had zero points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two assists and one rebound across nine minutes during Thursday's 123-121 overtime loss to the Hornets.

Impact The 24-year-old went scoreless for the first time since Nov. 3, and he saw a decrease in playing time from his average of 10.7 minutes per game despite Cade Cunningham exiting the game with a hip injury. Across his last five outings, Sasser has averaged 5.8 points, 1.2 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 14.0 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Team option exercised The Pistons exercised the third-year option of Sasser's rookie contract Monday, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Sasser came off the bench for most of the 2023-24 campaign, but he was in the Pistons' starting lineup over his last 10 regular-season outings and averaged 13.6 points, 4.6 assists, 2.0 steals and 0.9 steals over 30.9 minutes per game. Sasser and Malik Beasley are projected to be the first guards off the bench for the Pistons behind starters Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Productive off bench Sunday Sasser finished with 12 points (4-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds, nine assists and two steals across 19 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 120-87 preseason win over the Bucks.

Impact Sasser's best chance to see steady minutes in the regular season will be to operate as Cade Cunningham's backup, and he certainly made his presence felt as a playmaker Sunday by dishing out a team-high nine assists. Sasser averaged 8.3 and 3.3 assists across 19.0 minutes per game in 71 regular-season appearances as a rookie in 2023-24, but he figures to experience an uptick in his numbers if he's able to increase his minutes on the court.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Pops for 17 in finale Sasser notched 17 points (6-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, seven assists and one block in 31 minutes during Sunday's 123-95 loss to the Spurs.

Impact Making his seventh straight start, Sasser drained multiple three-pointers for the sixth time during that stretch. The 23-year-old rookie averaged 14.6 points, 4.6 assists, 2.3 threes, 2.0 boards and 0.9 steals in his starting stint, but the Pistons' overloaded backcourt likely doesn't leave him with a clear path to consistent minutes next season, as Cade Cunningham (knee), Jaden Ivey and Quentin Grimes (knee) all seem set for significant roles when healthy.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 25 points in win Sasser finished Friday's 107-89 win over the Mavericks with 24 points (9-20 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal across 32 minutes.

Impact Sasser's team-high 24 points marked the second time he has scored as much this season, and two points short of his season-high. The 23-year-old has averaged 14.8 points, 1.8 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.0 steals, 0.4 blocks and 2.2 triples across 30.1 minutes in his last five games. He will look to stay productive in Detroit's season finale in San Antonio on Sunday.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons rookie Sasser scores 24 points against Mavs in rare win, 107-89 The stars at night were battered and bruised. Deep in the heart of Texas. But in a game devoid of the typical marquee names, it was Dallas’...

APRIL 13 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Pistons rookie Sasser scores 24 points against Mavs in rare win, 107-89 The stars at night were battered and bruised. Deep in the heart of Texas. But in a game devoid of the typical marquee names, it was Dallas’...

APRIL 13 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Scores 20 points vs. Chicago Sasser had 20 points (8-15 FG, 4-10 3Pt), five assists, one block and two steals across 33 minutes during Thursday's 127-105 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Sasser extended his streak of double-digit scoring to three games Thursday. He reached the 20-point mark for the sixth time this season, and he has seen an uptick in field-goal attempts due to Cade Cunningham sidelined with a knee injury. In his last eight starts, Sasser has averaged 11.9 points, 1.8 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.0 steals over 30.7 minutes per game.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Bounces back Saturday Sasser notched 18 points (7-17 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, six assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Saturday's 113-103 loss to the Nets.

Impact Sasser might have needed 17 shots to score 18 points, but the rookie guard bounced back from an ugly two-point effort in a loss to the Grizzlies on Friday. It wouldn't be surprising if Sasser ends up seeing extended minutes in the final week of the regular season due to Cade Cunningham's recurring knee problems, as well as the fact that the Pistons have nothing to play for, allowing Sasser to play heavy minutes without risk.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Sasser is in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Hawks.

Impact Sasser will replace Cade Cunningham (knee) in the starting lineup Wednesday. Sasser is averaging 10.5 points, 5.0 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 32.3 minutes across his last four starting appearances.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Wednesday Sasser (illness) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Hawks.

Impact Sasser has been upgraded from questionable to available Wednesday after missing Detroit's previous two contests with a non-COVID illness. The rookie guard is averaging 9.6 points, 4.4 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 28.6 minutes across his last five appearances.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Sasser (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Sasser has missed two straight games due to an illness and is in danger of missing a third. Cade Cunningham (knee) is also questionable. Sasser carved out a nice role before the aliment, averaging 29.5 minutes over six appearances before being sidelined.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Sasser (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Sasser will miss a second straight game due to an illness. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday in Atlanta. In Sasser's absence, Malachi Flynn is a candidate for extra playing time.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Sasser (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Sasser will be unavailable for at least one matchup due to an upper respiratory illness. Evan Fournier and Malachi Flynn could see increased roles in Sasser's absence.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Washington Sasser is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Wizards due to an upper respiratory illness.

Impact Sasser hasn't missed a game since March 1 but could sit out Friday after being a late addition to the injury report with an illness. With Cade Cunningham (knee) and Jaden Ivey (knee) also deemed questionable, the Pistons could be left thin in the backcourt.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Playing, starting Wednesday Sasser (illness) will play and start at shooting guard in Wednesday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Impact No surprise here, as Sasser was given a probable designation heading into the evening. Barring any setbacks, he should not be limited in terms of minutes while replacing Jaden Ivey (knee) in the starting lineup.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Probable with illness Sasser is probable for Wednesday's game against Minnesota due to illness.

Impact Despite being under the weather, Sasser is expected to suit up Wednesday. That's good news for a Detroit team that could be shorthanded with Cade Cunningham (knee) and Jaden Ivey (knee) both considered questionable.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 24 in starting role Monday Sasser chipped in 24 points (7-18 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 9-10 FT), one rebound, six assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Monday's 124-99 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Sasser finished just two points shy of matching his career-best scoring mark, and he didn't look overmatched in a starting role while replacing the injured Cade Cunningham (knee). Sasser should remain as the starting point guard if Cunningham doesn't return, and with the Pistons out of playoff contention, Sasser could be in line to see a massive uptick in both playing time and usage rate.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Sasser is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against New Orleans.

Impact Sasser draws the start in place of Cade Cunningham (knee). He is joined by Jaden Ivey, Troy Brown, Chemezie Metu and James Wiseman in a makeshift starting lineup for the injury-riddled Pistons.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Sasser won't start Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.

Impact With Cade Cunningham resting, Sasser drew his first career start Monday against the Celtics. The rookie posted eight points, six assists, four rebounds and one steal in 34 minutes but will return to the bench Wednesday. Over his last five appearances as a reserve, Sasser has averaged 8.0 points, 3.2 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 20.4 minutes per game.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Running with starters Sasser is starting Monday night's game against the Celtics, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Sasser is in line for his first start of the season, and he'll get the nod at point guard with Cade Cunningham (knee) ruled out Monday evening. He's averaging 8.0 points, 3.2 rebounds and 3.2 assists over 20.4 minutes in his last five appearances as a reserve.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Fourth-quarter burst vs. Toronto Sasser produced 11 points (4-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt), five rebounds and three assists across 22 minutes during Wednesday's 113-104 victory over the Raptors.

Impact Sasser didn't do much over the first three quarters, but he turned up the gas in the final frame as he recorded eight points -- including two threes -- and two assists to help the Pistons close out Wednesday's game. It's the second time Sasser has scored in double digits since March 3 when he returned from a five-game absence due to a right knee bruise. He's competing with Quentin Grimes as the first guard off the Pistons' bench behind starters Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Marcus Sasser Returns to Action, Lands Comparison to Magic Standout Marcus Sasser returned to the Pistons’ bench on Sunday to face the Magic.

MARCH 5 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM