SIMONE FONTECCHIO NEWS

Good to go Sunday Coach J.B. Bickerstaff said Fontecchio (toe) will play in Sunday's game versus the Wizards, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact After a two-game absence, the forward will make his return to game action with Tim Hardaway (head) questionable and Ausar Thompson (illness/conditioning) out. Fontecchio has appeared in 12 regular-season games, during which he has averaged 6.3 points, 3.6 rebounds and 0.9 assists across 19.1 minutes per game.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Washington Fontecchio (toe) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Wizards.

Impact Fontecchio is in danger of missing his third straight contest Sunday due to a sprained left big toe. If Fontecchio is unable to suit up against Washington, Ron Holland, Malik Beasley and Wendell Moore are candidates to receive increased playing time.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Fontecchio (toe) won't play in Friday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Fontecchio has been downgraded from doubtful to out Friday due to a left big toe sprain. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Washington.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Likely out against Toronto Fontecchio (toe) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Fontecchio is expected to miss his second straight contest Friday due to a left big toe sprain. If he's ruled out yet again, Ron Holland and Malik Beasley should continue to receive increased playing time.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Fontecchio will not play Wednesday against the Bucks due to a left toe sprain.

Impact Fontecchio will miss his first game of the campaign Wednesday, but it's unclear how severe this issue is. He's averaging 19.1 minutes per contest, so his absence will possibly open things up a bit for Ron Holland and Malik Beasley.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Pulls down eight boards Fontecchio registered seven points (1-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds and one assist over 24 minutes during Sunday's 106-92 victory over the Nets.

Impact Fontecchio couldn't get much going offensively, but made up for it by pulling down a season-high eight rebounds. He's had a cold start to the season shooting the ball, both from the field and from beyond the arc. Some positive regression with his percentages is likely coming.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 12 points off bench Fontecchio provided 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT) and four rebounds over 20 minutes during Friday's 128-98 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Despite coming off the bench Friday, Fontecchio ended up as the Pistons' third-leading scorer behind Cade Cunningham (22) and Tobias Harris (13). It was Fontecchio's highest scoring output of the regular season, though he's yet to crack 10 field-goal attempts in a game.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Passive performance Wednesday Fontecchio logged two points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists over 17 minutes during Wednesday's 105-95 victory over the 76ers.

Impact Fontecchio continues to be used sparingly, logging just 17 minutes in the victory. He was seen as a potential last-round flier coming into the season but opinions were quick to change when it became clear he would be used in a limited role. At this stage, he would likely need a couple of key pieces to go missing to have any shot at being fantasy-relevant.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Used sparingly again Friday Fontecchio logged five points (1-4 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and two rebounds across 20 minutes during Friday's 113-101 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Fontecchio was quiet in the loss, continuing his underwhelming start to the season. After finishing last season well, the Pistons appear to have shifted him down in the rotation. Even in starters' minutes, Fontecchio is a borderline asset at best. Based on his current role, there is no reason to consider picking him up.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Leads bench in scoring Wednesday Fontecchio tallied 18 points (6-11 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and two assists over 19 minutes in Wednesday's 108-92 preseason win over the Cavaliers.

Impact All of the Pistons starters played just eight minutes each Wednesday, and Fontecchio made the most of his time on the floor as he led both teams in both three-point makes and attempts. Fontecchio was traded by the Jazz to the Pistons at the trade deadline, and across his 16 regular-season games (nine starts) with Detroit, he averaged 15.4 points on 47.9 percent shooting (including 42.6 percent from three on 6.3 3PA/G), 4.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 0.9 steals over 30.3 minutes per game. Fontecchio agreed to a two-year, $16 million deal with the Pistons in early July and he could see extended playing time off the bench to start the 2024-25 campaign while Ausar Thompson (illness) awaits medical clearance for a blood clotting issue.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Playing reserve role Friday Fontecchio will come off the bench in Friday's exhibition contest in Phoenix, Shane Young of Forbes.com reports.

Impact Fonteccio started at power forward in the Pistons' first two preseason games with Tobias Harris (illness) sidelined. The latter is returning Friday, so Fonteccio will return to his projected role as a depth frontcourt presence

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Fontecchio will start Sunday's game against the Bucks, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Fontecchio will get the start with Tobias Harris (illness) out of the lineup. After a strong finish to the 2023-24 campaign, Fontecchio underwent surgery on his big toe and Sunday will mark his return to action.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Pistons president of basketball operations Trajan Langdon said Monday that Fontecchio (toe) will be ready for training camp this week, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Fontecchio underwent surgery on his left big toe in May and was always expected to be fully cleared ahead of training camp. He had a terrific stint with the Pistons to end the 2023-24 campaign, posting averages of 15.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 0.9 steals in 30.2 minutes across 16 regular-season appearances.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Staying in Detroit Fontecchio (toe) has re-signed with the Pistons on a two-year, $16 million deal, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact Fontecchio posted solid numbers with the Pistons and will get another chance to impress in Motor City. The 28-year-old was acquired by the Pistons via trade with the Jazz in February and averaged 15.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 0.9 steals in 30.2 minutes for Detroit while starting in nine of 16 appearances. He's expected to be healthy come training camp in the fall.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons extend qualifying offer The Pistons extended a qualifying offer to Fontecchio (toe) on Saturday, and he will become a restricted free agent, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Fontecchio has said in the past that there is mutual interest in a return to Detroit; however, he could be swayed to leave if the price is right. The 28-year-old was acquired by the Pistons via trade with the Jazz last season, and he averaged 15.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 0.9 steals in 30.2 minutes, starting in nine of 16 games for Detroit.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes toe surgery Fontecchio underwent surgery on his left great toe and is expected to return by the start of training camp, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact Fontecchio missed the final 14 games of the regular season due to a contusion on his right great toe, but he was a solid performer for the Pistons. The 28-year-old averaged 15.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 0.9 steals in 30.2 minutes, starting in nine of 16 games. The sharpshooter is a restricted free agent, and he will likely garner interest from multiple teams including the Pistons.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 15 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Out Sunday Fontecchio (toe) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Spurs.

Impact A right great toe contusion caused Fontecchio to miss the final 14 games of the season. However, before that, he was making an impact for the Pistons, who acquired his services at the trade deadline. In 16 appearances (nine starts) with Detroit, Fontecchio averaged 15.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 0.9 steals in 30.2 minutes per game. The sharpshooter will be a restricted free agent this summer.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Fontecchio (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Fontecchio hasn't played since March 17 due to a right great toe contusion. His final chance to suit up this season will come Sunday in San Antonio.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Thursday Fontecchio (toe) will remain on the sidelines for Thursday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Fontecchio has been out since March 18, and with just two games remaining on Detroit's schedule after Thursday, it seems unlikely we'll see him take the floor again this season.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Tuesday Fontecchio (toe) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Fontecchio will be unavailable for a 12th consecutive game due to his left toe contusion. It's not yet clear whether he'll return to the court before the end of the regular season.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Saturday Fontecchio (toe) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Nets.

Impact Fontecchio will miss his 11th straight game Saturday due to a left big toe contusion. There is no timetable for his return.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain sidelined Friday Fontecchio (toe) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Memphis.

Impact Fontecchio has been sidelined since mid-March due to a left toe bruise, and it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return. Whether he'll be back in action before the end of the regular season remains to be seen.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Wednesday Fontecchio (toe) will be unavailable Wednesday versus Atlanta.

Impact Fontecchio has not played since March 17 due to a lingering left toe bruise, with Detroit posting a 1-7 record in his absence. The Italian's next opportunity to take the court comes Friday versus Memphis.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Fontecchio (toe) is out for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Fontecchio will extend his streak of missed games to eight due to a left toe contusion. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Hawks.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE