KILLIAN HAYES NEWS

Questionable to play Sunday Hayes is questionable to play Sunday due to a left shoulder sprain, Mike Curtis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Hayes has been slumping of late and has registered three single-digit scoring outputs while shooting 36.4 percent from the field in that span, so perhaps the shoulder injury might be the reason behind the sudden slump. If Hayes can't go Sunday, then Jaden Ivey or Marcus Sasser would be in line to handle bigger roles.

NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Descending to earth Hayes ended Tuesday's 126-120 loss to Atlanta with eight points (3-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal in 23 minutes.

Impact Hayes combining for 15 points on 6-for-16 shooting is indicative of the player who struggled to crack Detroit's rotation last year. However, the 22-year-old has reduced his turnovers significantly and is earning minutes through his defensive effort. Hayes continues to start and finds himself in a balanced timeshare with Jaden Ivey at the moment.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 21 points Hayes ended with 21 points (8-12 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal over 34 minutes during Monday's 120-109 loss to the Warriors.

Impact The Pistons were missing seven players due to injuries, including Jaden Ivey and Alec Burks. Hayes is generally a low-usage offensive player who focuses on playmaking, but he stepped up on that end of the floor out of necessity. Hayes has been terrific over his last three games, averaging 14.7 points and 7.0 assists.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited offensive output in defeat Hayes ended Wednesday's 110-101 loss to the Trail Blazers with zero points (0-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and three steals over 26 minutes.

Impact Although Hayes was held scoreless for the first time this year during Wednesday's loss, he racked up multiple steals for the third time over the first five games of the season. He's shooting just 27.3 percent from the floor to begin the year but is still averaging 6.4 points, 3.6 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 1.8 steals in 27.2 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting season opener Hayes is part of the first unit for Wednesday's game against the Heat, Keith Langlois of Pistons.com reports.

Impact Surprisingly, Hayes will draw the starting nod in the backcourt alongside Cade Cunningham instead of Jaden Ivey. Though Hayes has historically been a strong producer in the assist column, he's likely to be relegated to an off-ball role when on the floor with Cunningham.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Turns in full practice Sunday Pistons head coach Monty Williams said Hayes (knee) was a full participant during Sunday's practice, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Williams ruled Bojan Bogdanovic (calf) and Monte Morris (back) out for Wednesday's season opener in Miami, but Hayes' return to full practice seemingly clears the way for him to suit up in that contest. When Detroit is at full strength, Hayes may not have a spot in the rotation, but Morris' absence Wednesday should allow the 22-year-old to settle in as the top backup to starting point guard Cade Cunningham.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee issue Hayes is sitting out Friday's preseason game against Dallas with a left knee sprain.

Impact This is a tough blow for Hayes, but perhaps the Pistons are just being extra cautious. Hayes had a rough fantasy outlook coming into training camp, but he made a strong case for a rotation spot with his play in the preseason.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench Hayes was moved to the bench for Friday's preseason game against the Mavericks.

Impact The Pistons are giving Jaden Ivey a look with the starters Friday. Hayes showed plenty of promise during the preseason, and it's possible that he is a healthy scratch for Friday's final exhibition.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start Thursday Hayes is in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason contest against the Thunder, Rylan Stiles of FanSided.com reports.

Impact Hayes will get the nod since Cade Cunningham has been ruled out with a left quadriceps injury. Hayes is in the mix to earn minutes as the backup point guard, and a solid showing here will certainly move the needle in the right direction.

OCTOBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons mailbag: Killian Hayes' camp, Jaden Ivey's defense, rotation decisions Answering Pistons questions as the first week of camp nears a close.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

James L. Edwards III: FINAL: Bulls 103, Pistons 81 Killian Hayes... - The Athletic FINAL: Bulls 103, Pistons 81 Killian Hayes with 26, 7 and 7 Jaden Ivey: 16 points Bagley: 12p and 7r Wiseman: 11p ad 12r That's a wrap on Se...

APRIL 9, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

LaVine, DeRozan put Bulls over Pistons; play-in game next

Zach LaVine scored 17 points and DeMar DeRozan added 16 to help the Bulls end the regular season with a 103-81 win over the Detroit Pistons

APRIL 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Standout performance Friday Hayes produced 28 points (9-19 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 7-7 FT), four rebounds, six assists, one block and four steals over 40 minutes during Friday's 122-115 win over the Pacers.

Impact Hayes was dynamic in the win Friday, pouring in a career-high 28 points, to go with five combined steals and blocks. While efficiency has been an ongoing issue for Hayes, the absence of Cade Cunningham has certainly done wonders for his confidence. Poor shooting aside, Hayes has been able to provide consistent production on both ends of the floor, averaging 6.2 assists and 1.4 steals. His role heading into next season remains murky, and will likely see him go undrafted in a lot of formats.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons beat Pacers 122-115 to snap another 11-game skid

Jaden Ivey had 29 points and nine assists, Killian Hayes scored a career-high 28 points and the Detroit Pistons beat the Indiana Pacers 122-115 on Friday night

APRIL 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Magic hand Pistons 20th loss in 21 games with 128-102 win

Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr. had 14 points and nine rebounds each before sitting out the fourth quarter Sunday night in the Orlando Magic’s 128-102 rout of the Detroit Pis...

APRIL 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available against Rockets Hayes (leg) is in the starting five for Friday's game versus Houston, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Hayes will start in his ninth straight game Friday despite suffering a leg injury in his previous contest. The 21-year-old guard is averaging 13.6 points, 8.0 assists, 3.4 rebounds and 1.8 steals in 33.8 minutes across that span.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hits for 21 in loss Hayes provided 21 points (7-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), two rebounds and six assists over 34 minutes during Tuesday's 129-107 loss to the Hawks.

Impact It's the second time in the last four games that Hayes has scored at least 20 points, a mark he previously hadn't reached since Jan. 8. Tuesday was the third-year point guard's sixth straight start, a stretch in which he's averaging 15.2 points, 9.2 assists, 2.8 boards and 1.7 steals while shooting 42.4 percent from the floor. The latter number doesn't seem impressive, but it's a big improvement on his career 37.4 percent mark. If Hayes can continue to be at least a mediocre shooter rather than an abysmal one, he becomes a much more intriguing fantasy option.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Top distributor in double-double Hayes chipped in 13 points (6-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, 11 assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Sunday's 112-100 loss to the Heat.

Impact Hayes led all players in Sunday's game in assists, surpassing the double-digit mark while also finishing in double figures in scoring in a double-double performance. Hayes has posted at least 10 points and 10 assists in three of his last five outings.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leads offense in 20-point outing Hayes racked up 20 points (10-21 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds, seven assists and three steals in 35 minutes during Tuesday's 117-97 loss to the Wizards.

Impact Hayes led the short-handed Pistons in scoring, shots made from the field, assists and steals in Tuesday's loss to Washington. Hayes has surpassed the 20-point mark with five or more assists four times this year and has tallied at least 10 points and five assists in three straight contests.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wizards snap 3-game skid with 117-97 rout of Pistons

Bradley Beal scored 36 points, and the Washington Wizards snapped their three-game losing streak with a 117-97 victory over the Detroit Pistons

MARCH 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Double-double against Indiana Hayes ended with 10 points (4-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 assists, two steals and one rebound in 29 minutes during Monday's 117-97 win over the Pacers.

Impact The Pistons won for the first time in over a month, and Hayes' second straight double-double was a big part of the successful formula. The third-year point guard has started 11 of Detroit's last 14 games, but his production has been erratic -- he's averaging just 8.0 points, 7.3 assists, 2.9 boards and 1.6 steals while shooting a woeful 30 percent from the floor and 14 percent (6-for-43) from three-point range. Until Hayes' shot improves, his fantasy ceiling will be capped, but he remains much more palatable in points leagues or in category leagues in which managers are punting field-goal percentage.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wiseman's double-double helps Pistons end 11-game skid

James Wiseman had 18 points and 14 rebounds as the Detroit Pistons ended an 11-game losing streak with a 117-97 win over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night

MARCH 14, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Busy in loss Hayes finished with 17 points (7-17 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, 13 assists, one block and two steals over 37 minutes during Saturday's 121-115 loss to the Pacers. He also h...

Impact Hayes' usage was through the roof with Jaden Ivey (illness) inactive. His 13 dimes matched a season high, and he's averaged a strong 3.33 AST/TO ratio across his last five games. In total, Hayes is averaging 9.2 points, 8.0 assists, 3.6 rebounds and 2.2 steals per game over that span.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Smith leads Pacers to 121-115 win over short-handed Pistons

Jalen Smith scored 11 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter and the Indiana Pacers beat Detroit 121-115, extending the Pistons' losing streak to 11 games

MARCH 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting against Pacers Hayes is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Pacers, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.

Impact Hayes moves back to the starting unit with Jaden Ivey (illness) sidelined, and this means he will return to what has been a regular role for him this season. After all, Hayes has started in 41 of his 61 appearances so far. He's averaging 11.0 points and 6.7 assists per game as a starter.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE