KILLIAN HAYES NEWS

Exits game with hand injury Hayes has departed Saturday's game against the Cavaliers due to a hand injury, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Hayes left the game in the first half, returned in the second half, played less than two minutes and departed again, so he's not likely to give it a go a third time around. This means the Pistons are down another key player, and Cory Joseph is expected to see an uptick in minutes while Hayes is out.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double in Monday's loss Hayes posted 12 points (4-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, 10 assists, two blocks and four steals across 35 minutes during Monday's 117-106 loss to the Hornets.

Impact It's his first double-double since Dec. 26 and just his third of the season. Hayes has started seven straight games for Detroit, but the added responsibility hasn't helped improve his offensive game any, and over that stretch he's averaging 7.4 points, 6.7 assists, 2.9 boards and 1.4 steals while shooting a paltry 25.7 percent from the floor. Unless his shot improves significantly, the 21-year-old will only be of real interest in deep fantasy formats.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shooting struggles continue Hayes totaled 10 points (3-11 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, nine assists and two steals across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 127-109 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Hayes started off ok with six first-half points on 2-of-5 shooting from the field to go along with five assists and two steals. Unfortunately, the point guard failed to find his groove as the game went on, going just 1-of-6 for another four points in the second half, including 0-of-3 from beyond the arc. Hayes is now averaging just 6.7 points per game in February and is shooting a dreadful 15.6 percent from the floor over his last three contests. He did, however, dish out a game-high nine assists on the night and has posted at least five dimes in five straight.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Balanced outing in starting lineup Hayes produced nine points (4-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two rebounds, six assists and two steals over 29 minutes during Wednesday's 113-85 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Hayes entered the starting lineup Wednesday and could stick there after leading the team in assists and steals while finishing one point short of surpassing the double-digit scoring mark. Hayes has tallied at least five points, five assists and two steals in two straight contests.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins starting lineup Hayes will start Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers, Spencer Davies of BasketballNews.com reports.

Impact With Hayes coming off an impressive effort against the Celtics and Alec Burks struggling mightily with his shot, the writing was seemingly on the wall that a lineup change could be forthcoming, especially when Hayes logged 13 more minutes than Burks on Monday. That will indeed be the case Wednesday, so look for Hayes' heightened role to extend, and he could maintain a regular starting spot if he performs well.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Just misses double-double Monday Hayes accumulated 17 points (7-16 FG, 3-7 3Pt), nine assists, two rebounds, two steals and one block in 32 minutes off the bench during Monday's 111-99 loss to the Celtics.

Impact After going four straight games without scoring more than eight points, the third-year guard shook off his mini-slump. Hayes is still adjusting to his return to the second unit, and since being replaced in the starting five by veteran Alec Burks on Jan. 26, the 21-year-old is averaging 9.5 points, 5.7 assists, 2.0 boards, 1.7 steals and 1.5 threes in 24.8 minutes a game.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shooting woes continue Monday Hayes finished Monday's 111-105 loss to the Mavericks with eight points (3-16 FG, 2-10 3Pt), seven assists, three rebounds and two steals in 29 minutes.

Impact Despite coming off the bench for the third game in a row, Hayes picked up quality minutes and tied Bojan Bogdanovic for the second-highest usage rate (26.7 percent) on the team, but the third-year guard proceeded to set fire to fantasy managers' field-goal percentage. Assuming head coach Dwane Casey remains committed to separating Hayes and Jaden Ivey by keeping the former player with the second unit, Hayes' uptick in usage may be able to offset any decline in his overall playing time. However, inefficiency has plagued Hayes regardless of whether he's started or come off the bench this season, so he remains a better fit as a streaming option for steals and assists or as a back-end player in 12-team category leagues for managers who are punting field-goal percentage.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Thursday Hayes (shoulder) will be available for Thursday's game against the Nets, Mike Curtis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Hayes sat out Monday's loss to the Bucks due to a left shoulder contusion, but he logged a full practice Wednesday and will return to action Thursday. Over his past eight appearances, the lefty point guard has averaged 13.3 points, 8.0 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 32.5 minutes per game.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Wednesday Head coach Dwane Casey said Hayes (shoulder) logged a full practice Wednesday, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Hayes was sidelined for Monday's loss to the Bucks due to a left shoulder contusion. However, it appears like his absence was merely precautionary, and he'll have a good chance to return to action Thursday in Brooklyn. However, fantasy mangers are still encouraged to confirm his status when Detroit releases its next injury report, which should surface sometime Wednesday afternoon.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Hayes (shoulder) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Bucks.

Impact Hayes will be sidelined for at least one contest due to a left shoulder contusion. His next chance to suit up will come Thursday in Brooklyn. In Hayes' absence, Alec Burks, Cory Joseph and Hamidou Diallo are all candidates for increased roles in Detroit's backcourt.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Monday Hayes is questionable for Monday's game against Milwaukee due to a left shoulder contusion.

Impact Hayes has played 30-plus minutes in seven of his last eight appearances, and he's averaged 13.3 points, 8.0 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 2.3 steals in 32.5 minutes per game during that time. If his shoulder issue prevents him from playing against the Bucks, Alec Burks will likely see additional run.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out eight dimes Hayes supplied four points (2-13 FG, 0-6 3Pt), one rebound, eight assists and two steals across 31 minutes during Thursday's 126-108 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Hayes was inefficient from the floor during Thursday's loss in Paris, but he remained productive as a distributor and racked up at least two steals for the sixth time in the last seven matchups. He's been held to single-digit scoring totals in four of his eight appearances since returning from a three-game absence, and he's averaged 13.3 points, 8.0 assists, 2.3 rebounds and 2.3 steals in 32.5 minutes per game during that time.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wembanyama, even with eyes always on him, seems unfazed

All eyes are on French basketball phenom Victor Wembanyama

JANUARY 20, 2023 • Associated Press

LaVine scores 30, Bulls defeat Pistons 126-108 in Paris

With Victor Wembanyama sitting courtside and watching some of the players he’ll go up against next season, Zach LaVine scored 30 points and the Chicago Bulls never trailed in a 126...

JANUARY 19, 2023 • Associated Press

Pistons' Troy Weaver on rebuild, Killian Hayes and NBA trade deadline Weaver went one-on-one with The Athletic in Paris ahead of this week's Pistons-Bulls matchup.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Just misses double-double Hayes had 18 points (7-14 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, nine assists, one block and one steal across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 135-118 win over the Timberwolves.

Impact The third-year point guard is still struggling with consistency since taking over the starting spot from Cade Cunningham (lower leg) in November, but Hayes is beginning to flash his upside more often. His improved three-point shooting is especially encouraging -- the 21-year-old has drained at least one three in eight straight games, averaging 14.5 points, 7.4 assists, 3.1 boards, 1.9 steals and 1.9 three-pointers over that stretch while shooting 37.5 percent (15-for-40) from beyond the arc.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

The Detroit News This week's News & Views looks Killian Hayes, the team's brutal schedule and the forthcoming return of Isaiah Livers.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • DETROITNEWS.COM

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JANUARY 9, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Sets season high to lead offense Hayes totaled 26 points (11-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt), four rebounds, six assists, one block and three steals over 34 minutes during Sunday's 123-111 loss to Philadelphia.

Impact Hayes connected on a team-best mark from deep while leading the team in scoring and setting a new season-high point mark. Hayes has scored 20 or more points on three occasions this season.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Killian Hayes nets season high, but Detroit Pistons wrecked by 76ers' James Harden 123-111 Killian Hayes scored 26 points, but James Harden sliced and diced the Detroit Pistons in an easy win for the Philadelphia 76ers

JANUARY 8, 2023 • FREEP.COM

Harden's triple-double leads 76ers to easy win over Pistons

James Harden had 20 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to a comfortable 123-111 victory over the Detroit Pistons

JANUARY 8, 2023 • Associated Press

Five takeaways in Friday's loss Hayes ended with 18 points (8-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds, seven assists and five steals in 36 minutes during Friday's 121-109 loss to the Spurs.

Impact After shooting just 25% in Wednesday's win, Hayes was able to knock the rust off Friday with a well-rounded performance. The second-year ballhandler shot 57% from the field on 14 attempts, while dishing out seven dimes. He managed an impressive five steals on the defensive side of the ball, to boot.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

13 dimes in return to action Hayes scored 9 points (3-12 Fg, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 Ft) to go along with two rebounds and thirteen assists

Impact Hayes was rusty from the floor in his return to action after missing three games to suspension, shooting just 25% from the field. His thirteen assists mark a season-high for the point guard from France.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in return Hayes (suspension) will rejoin the starting five for Wednesday's game against the Warriors, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.

Impact With Hayes' three-game suspension served, the 21-year-old guard will return to the starting point guard slot and bump Saddiq Bey to the second unit. In his last 12 games. Hayes has averaged 11.3 points, 6.6 assists and 1.0 steals over 28.1 minutes.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shorthanded Pistons begin five-game road trip with loss against Bulls Despite not having Killian Hayes and Hamidou Diallo in the lineup, the Pistons competed until the final few minutes in a 132-118 loss to the...

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM