AUSAR THOMPSON NEWS

Doubtful for Thursday Thompson (conditioning) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Hornets.

Impact A doubtful tag is a step in the right direction as Thompson continues to progress towards a return. He also just returned from a G League assignment in which he received some extra practice reps. Assuming Thompson is held out Thursday, he could return as soon as Saturday's game against Orlando.

13 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA Detroit recalled Thompson from the G League's Motor City Cruise on Tuesday.

Impact Thompson spent the afternoon with the Cruise to get some conditioning work in, and now he's back with the Pistons. Thompson has been cleared to play by the NBA's Fitness-To-Play panel, but it remains to be seen when he'll return to live action.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to G League Thompson (illness) was assigned to the Pistons' G League affiliate Tuesday.

Impact Thompson is seemingly nearing a return to game action and will join the Motor City Cruise to help regain his conditioning. The second-year forward has been cleared to play by the NBA's Fitness-To-Play panel, though the club has decided to work him back to playing form slowly. Thompson's next chance to make his season debut will come Thursday against the Hornets.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains out indefinitely Thompson has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bulls due to return to competition reconditioning.

Impact Thompson has been cleared to play by the NBA's Fitness-To-Play panel, but the Pistons remain cautious with the second-year forward as he regains his conditioning. He's yet to make his season debut, and his next chance to play will come Thursday in Charlotte.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday Thompson (illness) is out for Sunday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Thompson was already cleared to play by the NBA's Fitness-To-Play panel, but the Pistons remain cautious with the second-year forward. He's yet to make his season debut, and his next chance to play will come in the second half of a back-to-back set against the Bulls on Monday.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Still out Friday Thompson (conditioning) won't play in Friday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Despite being cleared to play by the NBA's Fitness-To-Play panel, Thomson will miss his 14th straight game to begin the 2024-25 campaign. However, Thompson's return to action should be soon as he ramps up his conditioning, as his next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Washington.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Working on his conditioning Thompson (illness) was cleared to play by the NBA's Fitness-To-Play panel Monday, but he'll remain out for Tuesday's game against the Heat due to conditioning purposes.

Impact Coach JB Bickerstaff said Monday that Thompson hasn't been able to scrimmage 5-on-5 yet, so the second-year wing will likely need a week or two to get his feet under him before he's ready for game action. However, Bickerstaff applauded Thompson's work ethic and skill set, saying Thompson fits perfectly into what the Pistons are trying to do this season. When available to play, Thompson should handle a sizable role in the rotation but will likely have to come off the bench.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons' Ausar Thompson cleared to resume basketball activities | NBA.com Detroit's top pick from 2023 will begin his ramp-up period after being sidelined because of a blood clot.

NOVEMBER 11 • NBA.COM

Report: Pistons' Ausar Thompson (blood clots) cleared to play The NBA’s fitness panel has cleared Detroit Pistons swingman Ausar Thompson to play, ESPN reported Monday.Thompson, the No.5 overall pick in...

NOVEMBER 11 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Pistons' Ausar Thompson cleared to play after missing 8 months with blood clot Ausar Thompson last played for the Detroit Pistons on March 9 after doctors discovered a blood clot in the 21-year-old.

NOVEMBER 11 • USATODAY.COM

Cleared by NBA fitness panel Thompson (illness) has been cleared to play by the NBA's fitness panel, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

Impact Thompson has been sidelined since March due to a blood clot issue, but he can now begin his ramp-up process which includes participating in full-contact practices. He's targeting a return in the near future, but an official return date hasn't been announced yet.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out indefinitely Thompson (illness/conditioning) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Lakers.

Impact The second-year wing's rookie season was cut short due to blood clots, and while there is optimism he'll suit up this year, it's unclear when that'll be. He has been limited to conditioning and individual drills at recent practices and is cleared to travel with the team, encouraging steps. However, Thompson remains out indefinitely until he's given medical clearance by the NBA Players' Association.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Thompson (illness) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Nets.

Impact Thompson remains sidelined for the beginning of the 2024-25 campaign, as he has yet to be medically cleared to return from a blood clotting issue. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with the Lakers.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Thompson (illness) won't play in Friday's game versus the Knicks.

Impact Thompson has yet to suit up this season while returning to competition condition after dealing with blood clots. The second-year forward will need to be medically cleared before ultimately suiting up.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Thompson (illness/conditioning) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Thompson still hasn't been medically cleared for game action, but it's encouraging that he's listed on the injury report with a return to competition reconditioning tag. The second-year wing continues to work his way back from a blood clot issue that sidelined him last season, but he's expected to play at some point this season, though he remains without a firm return timetable.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Thompson (illness) has been ruled out of Monday's matchup versus the Heat.

Impact Thompson has yet to make his 2024-25 debut due to a blood clotting issue. The 21-year-old's next chance to feature will come Wednesday against Philadelphia, though he will not be able to return until he is medically cleared which could take time.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Thompson (illness) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Celtics.

Impact Thomson's absence streak will extend to three games Saturday to start the regular season due to a blood clotting issue. Until Thompson is medically cleared to return, he should be considered out indefinitely.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Thompson (illness) won't play in Friday's game versus the Cavaliers.

Impact Thompson will miss his second straight contest to start the regular season Friday while dealing with a blood clotting issue. The second-year forward is considered out indefinitely until he is medically cleared to return to action.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out for regular-season opener Thompson (illness) will miss Wednesday's game against the Pacers and there is no timetable for his return, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Thompson is expected to be out indefinitely while dealing with a blood clotting issue. The 21-year-old produced a decent rookie season, during which he averaged 8.8 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.0 combined steals plus blocks while shooting 48.3 percent from the field across 25.1 minutes per game. Thompson made 63 consecutive regular-season appearances last year, but he missed the club's final 19 regular-season games due to blood clots.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Team option exercised The Pistons exercised the third-year team option on Thompson's (illness) rookie contract Monday, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Thompson remains ineligible to play in any games until he's given clearance by the NBA Players' Association after dealing with blood clots last season. Thompson and the Pistons have remained confident the youngster will be able to continue his playing career soon, and this transaction is another step in the right direction. As a rookie, Thompson made 63 regular-season appearances, including 38 starts, and showcased a well-rounded game that could flourish in fantasy. However, his offensive efficiency was a disaster, posting 48/19/60 shooting splits.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Thompson (illness) is out for Wednesday's preseason finale against Cleveland.

Impact Thompson still needs medical clearance from a blood clotting issue, and missing the entirety of preseason casts an ominous light on his upcoming second season. The 21-year-old last addressed the situation at Media Day on Sept. 30, stating that there was "no timeline right now," with the matter fully in the hands of the league and NBA Players Association, per Omari Sankofa of the Detroit Free Press. Thompson appears to be out indefinitely until further updates emerge.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Thompson (illness) didn't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Warriors.

Impact Thompson has yet to appear in the preseason, and it remains unclear when he will be available to return. His last chance at preseason action will come Wednesday against the Cavaliers.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Friday Thompson (illness) didn't play in Friday's 109-91 preseason win over the Suns.

Impact Thompson has yet to be cleared, and it's unclear if he'll see the court during the preseason. The Pistons have two more preseason games left before their Opening Night matchup against the Pacers on Oct. 23.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Thompson (illness) has yet to be cleared by the NBA and won't play in Tuesday's preseason contest against the Suns, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Thomson continues to recover from treatment for a blood clot and has been limited in training camp. While Thompson's next chance to suit up is Friday's preseason rematch with Phoenix, he will need to be medically cleared before taking the floor.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Didn't play Sunday Thompson (illness) did not play during Sunday's 120-87 preseason win over the Bucks.

Impact Thompson has been recovering after undergoing treatment for a blood clot throughout the beginning of training camp, and although no official update was given ahead of game time, it comes as no surprise that he didn't play. Thompson's next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday against the Suns.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE