Detroit

Pistons

Harper Jr. has played in a total of 10 NBA games in his career, and he’ll likely spend most of his time in the G-League. He has averaged 10.6 points and 2.3 triples per game for the Maine Celtics so far this season.

Fontecchio missed the team’s last three games due to personal reasons, but he’ll be available for their matchup with the Trail Blazers. However, his availability won’t have much of an impact on the team’s rotation.

Beasley recovered after two bad shooting nights. In his last two games, he had 14 points and one 3-pointer combined. The 28-year-old shooting guard’s slump didn’t last long as he poured in 23 points and had six 3-pointers. Beasley played 33 minutes off the bench in the Pistons’ second game since Jaden Ivey broke his leg. He should be rostered in all formats going forward.

Thompson moved into the starting lineup in the second game since Jaden Ivey broke his leg. The 21-year-old small forward still only played 26 minutes, but he made an impact while he was out there as he recorded a double-double and had six steals. Thompson clearly has immense fantasy potential and while nothing is being handed to him, there is a path to playing time. He should be rostered in all formats going forward.

Cunningham battled foul trouble and shooting struggles on Friday as he had 18 points on 20 shots against the Hornets. The 23-year-old point guard followed up that performance with an outstanding game against the Timberwolves Saturday. Cunningham dropped 40 as he led the Pistons to a 14-point victory over Minnesota in Detroit’s second game since Jaden Ivey broke his leg. If Saturday was any indication of how things will be without Ivey, Cunningham’s fantasy managers will be pleased.

Friday was the first game the Pistons played since Jaden Ivey broke his leg and Wendell Moore Jr. started in his place. Moore Jr. played just 15 minutes and failed to score in his starting debut. Detroit is going with Ausar Thompson into the starting lineup Saturday. The starting position only adds to the 21-year-old small forward’s fantasy value, though we’ll have to wait and see if he sticks with the starters going forward.

Fontecchio will miss a third consecutive game for personal reasons, and it’s unknown when he can rejoin his teammates. His absence does not impact fantasy basketball.

Cunningham is officially available after being listed as probable on the initial injury report. He’ll take on his usual responsibilities as the focal point of the Pistons’ offense, which is increasingly important with Jaden Ivey (leg) sidelined.

Fontecchio has a chance to return to action after missing his previous two games. His absence hasn’t affected fantasy basketball significantly.

Cunningham’s minor knee injury won’t keep him off the hardwood on Saturday. He’s been healthy as of late and scored 32 points in his only matchup against Minnesota last season. He could need to carry a heavy workload now that Jaden Ivey will miss an extended period of time with a broken fibula.