RODNEY MCGRUDER NEWS

Coming off bench Tuesday McGruder will come off the bench Tuesday against the Knicks, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact After two straight starts, McGruder will come off the bench as coach Dwane Casey switches things up, opting to start Isaiah Livers in the place of the injured Jaden Ivey (knee). It's not clear if McGruder will be in the rotation Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Offers little in spot start Friday McGruder racked up eight points (3-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt), six rebounds and two assists across 20 minutes during Friday's 108-102 loss to the Suns.

Impact McGruder was inserted into the starting lineup Friday, seemingly the last resort for head coach Dwane Casey. Given the fact McGruder had not even seen the floor since back on Nov. 9, his inclusion in the starting lineup was a surprise. Obviously, there is no need to make any moves from a fantasy perspective, other than managers in deeper formats who could consider him for streaming purposes in a pinch. As soon as the Pistons start getting their injured players back on the floor, McGruder will likely return to being head of the cheer squad off the bench.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday McGruder will start at shooting guard in Friday's matchup with the Suns, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact With Cade Cunningham (lower leg), Jaden Ivey (knee) and Cory Joseph (illness) sidelined, McGruder will see a rare start. He figures to see a heavier workload than he is used to as a result of the lack of available players.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Re-signs with Detroit McGruder agreed to a one-year deal with the Pistons on Monday, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact McGruder will return to Detroit for a third season after averaging 5.4 points and 2.2 rebounds in 14.8 minutes per game across 51 appearances in 2021-22. The 6-foot-4 wing is unlikely to be a regular member of Detroit's rotation when the team is at full strength.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Team-high 26 off bench McGruder finished with 26 points (9-11 FG, 4-5 3PT, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals in Friday's 131-101 loss to Milwaukee.

Impact McGruder set a career-high in points after averaging just 6.2 points per game in his last 10 contests. Corey Joseph (back) was held out of the game, giving McGruder an opportunity to shine.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report McGruder (hip) is off the injury report for Friday's game against the Bucks.

Impact McGruder continues to deal with injuries and is only periodically in the rotation. So, it's not clear if he'll see the court Friday despite being available.

APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Wednesday McGruder (hip) is listed as out for Wednesday's game against Dallas.

Impact McGruder joins a host of other regulars who will be held out of action Wednesday as the Pistons attempt to get a look at some younger players with only three games remaining.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joins offensive festivities McGruder ended Sunday's 121-117 victory over Indiana with 13 points (5-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one block across 26 minutes.

Impact McGruder was one of seven Pistons to hit double-digit points. With Cade Cunningham (hip) and Marvin Bagley (hip) out, the scoring load was widely distributed down the bench. The journeymen supplied his eighth game scoring 10-plus points this season. Cunningham could return as soon as Wednesday against Dallas.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will come off bench McGruder will come off the bench for Thursday's game against the Magic.

Impact McGruder got the start in place of Cade Cunningham (illness) on Tuesday against Miami, but the Pistons will pivot to Killian Hayes as Cunningham's replacement Thursday.

MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Thursday McGruder (hamstring) is available for Thursday's game against the Magic.

Impact McGruder aggravated his hamstring injury Tuesday but could again be in line for an increased role with Cade Cunningham (illness) out once more. That said, he's a low-usage player and hasn't scored in double figures since Feb. 24.

MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable at Orlando McGruder (hamstring) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Magic.

Impact McGruder aggravated his hamstring strain during Tuesday's game and played just 20 minutes despite starting. Cade Cunningham (illness) is questionable as well, so Detroit could go into Thursday's game with an extremely thin backcourt.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Tuesday McGruder is questionable to return to Tuesday's game against the Heat due to a left hamstring injury.

Impact McGruder seems to have aggravated his previous hamstring issue. If he doesn't return to Tuesday's game, he should tentatively be considered questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Magic.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting for sick Cunningham McGruder will start Tuesday's game against the Heat, Rod Beard of The Detroit News reports.

Impact McGruder gets the nod with Cade Cunningham (illness) sidelined. McGruder has started one previous game this season, playing 17 minutes and posting six points, two assists and one rebound.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Tuesday McGruder (hamstring) will be available for Tuesday's game against the Heat, Lauren L. Williams of MLive.com reports.

Impact McGruder will return following a two-game absence. He could step into a slightly bigger role, as Cade Cunningham (illness) has been ruled out.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Tuesday McGruder (hamstring) is probable for Tuesday's contest against the Heat.

Impact McGruder has missed two straight contests, but he's expected to return to the rotation Tuesday. Before his absence, he had played double-digit minutes in four consecutive games, though it's unclear how big of a role he will have upon his return.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday McGruder (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Clippers, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact McGruder was initially listed as doubtful, so it's no surprise to see him ruled out for a second consecutive contest. With Hamidou Diallo (finger) out as well and Killian Hayes (adductor) a game-time decision, Isaiah Livers and Saben Lee could continue to see increased run.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Sunday McGruder (hamstring) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Impact McGruder is expected to miss a second straight game with a strained left hamstring, and the Pistons will also remain without Hamidou Diallo (finger). Isaiah Livers and Saben Lee could continue seeing increased run, and Killian Hayes (adductor) is questionable to return.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday McGruder (hamstring) is out Friday against the Celtics.

Impact McGruder suffered a left hamstring strain during Wednesday's game against the Bulls and will miss his first game since mid-January. In his absence, with Hamidou Diallo (finger), Killian Hayes (adductor) and Frank Jackson (spine) also sidelined, more minutes could be in store for Cory Joseph, Saben Lee, Isaiah Livers and Kelly Olynyk.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injures hamstring Wednesday McGruder exited Wednesday's game against the Bulls with a left hamstring injury and did not return.

Impact McGruder suffered a left hamstring injury during the fourth quarter of Wednesday's game and was unable to return. With Hamidou Diallo (finger) also exiting early with an injury, Isaiah Livers would be a candidate for increased minutes going forward if either of the two have to miss additional time. The Pistons will travel to Boston for Friday's matchup with the Celtics.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pours in four threes McGruder had 12 points (4-4 FG, 4-4 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 16 minutes during Thursday's 106-103 victory over the Cavaliers.

Impact McGruder was perfect from beyond the arc while logging a team-high plus-13 in the box score. Thursday marked McGruder's third double-digit scoring performance over the past month, and he simply isn't involved enough to garner fantasy consideration, even for his three-point prowess. The 30-year-old is slashing a strong 46.8/42.9/71.4 percent over 13.6 minutes per game across 34 contests.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench McGruder will come off the bench Friday against the Celtics, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.

Impact McGruder got the start in Cade Cunningham's (hip) most recent absence, but it will be Hamidou Diallo that gets the nod this time around. Since the start of January, McGruder is averaging 7.7 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 19.4 minutes.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting for Cunningham McGruder will start Thursday's game against Minnesota, Keith Langlois of Pistons.com reports.

Impact With Cade Cunningham (hip) ruled out, McGruder will move into the lineup at shooting guard for his first start since March of 2021. McGruder has been in and out of the rotation for most of the season, but he's been able to hold down a more consistent role of late. McGruder saw at least 20 minutes of action in seven straight games to close January, though he played only three minutes off the bench in Tuesday's loss to New Orleans.

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons' McGruder making most of playing time since deal with Denver nixed Rodney McGruder is averaging 13.8 points and 3.8 rebounds in the four games since returning to Detroit.

JANUARY 26, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM

Jazz snap three-game home skid, beat Pistons 111-101

Rudy Gobert scored 24 points, grabbed 13 rebounds and blocked four shots to lead the Utah Jazz to a 111-101 victory over the Detroit Pistons

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pistons welcome back veteran McGruder after deal comes unraveled Rodney McGruder again makes an impact in Detroit after deal with Denver falls apart.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM