SIMONE FONTECCHIO NEWS

Leads second unit in points Monday Fontecchio closed Monday's 127-81 victory over the Pelicans with 23 points (9-10 FG, 5-5 3Pt), seven rebounds and one steal over 22 minutes.

Impact Fontecchio logged a season-high 23 points in an extremely efficient performance, marking his first 20-plus-point outing on the season. Additionally, the 29-year-old led the second unit in points, finishing as the club's second-leading scorer behind Cade Cunningham (24 points). Fontecchio has seen a decrease in playing time of late, and he has recorded only five outings with at least 20 minutes since Dec. 28. Moreover, he has reached the 20-minute mark just two times since Jan. 11.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cunningham, Pistons top New Orleans 127-81; Pelicans' Murphy out for season with shoulder injury

Cade Cunningham had 24 points and eight assists, and the Detroit Pistons routed the New Orleans Pelicans 127-81

4 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Just two points in loss Fontecchio chipped in two points (1-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist across 15 minutes during Wednesday's 123-115 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Fontecchio continues to play limited minutes off the bench, scoring no more than two points for the fourth time in the past six games. With the Pistons taking some massive steps forward this season, Fontecchio has struggled to keep up. At this point, he is nothing more than a secondary scoring option who struggles for consistency.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Friday Fontecchio (finger) is available for Friday's game against Denver, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.

Impact Fontecchio has missed the Pistons' last two games due to a dislocated finger, but he has been given the green light to return Friday. He has averaged 5.1 points, 3.8 rebounds and 0.8 assists over 15.6 minutes per game in February.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Detroit faces Denver, looks for 5th straight home win

Detroit aims to prolong its four-game home win streak with a victory over Denver

FEBRUARY 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Probable against Denver Fontecchio (finger) has been listed as probable for Friday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact After missing the last two games for the Pistons, Fontecchio appears to be on track to return to the floor for Detroit in Friday's game against Denver. The 28-year-old forward is averaging a career-low 6.1 points to go along with 3.1 rebounds per game, shooting 38.1 percent from the field.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Wednesday Fontecchio (finger) will not play Wednesday versus Boston.

Impact Fontecchio will miss his second game in a row and remains day-to-day for Detroit. Isaiah Stewart and Ron Holland are candidates to see a small bump in playing time as a result.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Fontecchio (finger) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Fontecchio dislocated his right finger in Sunday's win over Atlanta, and he's in danger of missing his second game in a row with the injury. If the sharpshooter remains sidelined against Boston, some additional minutes would be freed up for Isaiah Stewart and Ron Holland in the second unit.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Monday Fontecchio (finger) is out for Monday's game against the Clippers.

Impact After dislocating his right finger in Sunday's win over the Hawks, Fontecchio will need to miss at least one game due to the injury. His next opportunity to take the floor arrives Wednesday against the Celtics. Fontecchio's absence should allow Isaiah Stewart and Ron Holland to pick up a few extra minutes off the bench.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Clippers Fontecchio (finger) is questionable to face the Clippers on Monday.

Impact Fontecchio left Sunday's game against the Hawks due to a right hand injury and was unable to return. If he's not able to suit up Monday, there could be a handful of minutes available for Ron Holland and Lindy Waters to soak up.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Exits early Sunday Fontecchio will not return to Sunday's game against the Hawks due to a right hand injury, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact Fontecchio exited the game in the second quarter and will not be able to return due to a right hand injury. He finishes the contest with two points (1-3 FG), one rebound and an assist in five minutes of play. Ron Holland and Lindy Waters could see increased playing time off the bench if Fontecchio is forced to miss any games.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 10 boards in win Fontecchio logged eight points (2-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 26 minutes during Tuesday's 132-92 win over Chicago.

Impact Fontecchio tallied double-digit rebounds for just the second time this season, taking advantage of a Bulls team that failed to show up. The Pistons took control early and were never troubled, allowing their second and third units to play meaningful minutes. Fontecchio typically plays minutes in the mid-teens, limiting his overall upside.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Provides spark off bench in win Fontecchio logged 11 points (3-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and one block in 18 minutes during Sunday's 127-119 win over Chicago.

Impact Fontecchio provided a nice spark off the Pistons bench Sunday, connecting on a pair of threes while finishing as one of seven players with a double-digit point total. Fontecchio reached double figures in scoring for the 11th time this year, doing so for the second time in his last six outings.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient off bench Fontecchio registered 13 points (4-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists across 16 minutes during Wednesday's 114-104 win over the Hawks.

Impact Fontecchio recorded double-digit points for the first time since Jan. 8 during Wednesday's win. The 28-year-old forward has struggled with his efficiency as of late, shooting just 39.7 percent from the field across his last 10 outings.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 17 off bench Wednesday Fontecchio finished Wednesday's 113-98 victory over the Nets with 17 points (7-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one steal over 24 minutes off the bench.

Impact The 17 points were his best scoring effort since Nov. 27, when Fontecchio dropped a season-high 18 on the Grizzlies. The 29-year-old forward has played more than 20 minutes in back-to-back games after returning from a brief absence at the beginning of January to attend to a personal matter, but that increased workload has come while Ausar Thompson (illness) has been sidelined.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Leads bench in return to court Fontecchio had 10 points (3-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds and one steal across 21 minutes during Monday's 118-115 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Impact Fontecchio returned Monday after missing the last three outings due to a personal matter, lifting the bench in scoring and on the boards in a bench-leading minute total. Fontecchio has reached double figures in scoring in 10 outings this season, adding five or more boards in two in two of those contests. He has recorded at least five rebounds on five occasions with Monday marking his first such outing since last doing so Nov. 30.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Monday Fontecchio (personal) is off the injury report for Monday's game against Portland.

Impact Fontecchio will return to game action after missing the club's last three outings due to a personal matter. Over his last five appearances, the 29-year-old has averaged 6.4 points and 2.2 rebounds across 16.0 minutes per game. Fontecchio could be in for a slight bump in minutes with Jaden Ivey (lower leg) sidelined.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Fontecchio (personal) will not play Saturday against the Timberwolves.

Impact Fontecchio will miss his third straight game for the Pistons and it isn't clear when he'll be back with the team. His next chance to play is Monday against the Trail Blazers.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Fontecchio (personal) will not play Saturday against the Timberwolves.

Impact Fontecchio will miss his third straight game for the Pistons and it isn't clear when he'll be back with the team. His next chance to play is Monday against the Trail Blazers.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Minnesota Fontecchio (personal) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Hornets.

Impact Fontecchio is in danger of missing his third straight contest Saturday due to personal reasons. If Fontecchio is ruled out yet again, Wendell Moore should continue to receive increased playing time.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Fontecchio (personal) won't play in Friday's game versus the Hornets.

Impact Fontecchio will miss his second straight contest Friday due to personal reasons. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Minnesota.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Orlando Fontecchio will not play against the Magic on Wednesday in Orlando for personal reasons.

Impact Fontecchio has struggled over the past two games, racking up only three points, six rebounds and four assists combined. The 29-year-old averages 6.4 points and 2.8 rebounds per game, shooting 40.5 percent from the floor and 34.7 percent from beyond the arc.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ties season high in minutes Fontecchio ended with nine points (2-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds and two assists over 24 minutes during Monday's 125-124 overtime win over Miami.

Impact With Tobias Harris (wrist) sidelined, Fontecchio tied his season high in minutes played with 24, a mark he hadn't reached since Nov. 3. After a strong finish to the 2023-24 campaign, Fontecchio has failed to live up to expectations this season, as Tim Hardaway and Malik Beasley have cut away at Fontecchio's playing time and usage.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Disappointing season continues Fontecchio registered four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and two rebounds in 11 minutes during Wednesday's 130-120 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Fontecchio continues to play limited minutes off the bench, having exceeded 20 minutes only twice in the past two weeks. His production has subsequently suffered, averaging just 6.4 points and 1.2 three-pointers in 18.0 minutes per game across the first 22 games. There is a chance he lands a meaningful role if and when the Pistons opt to throw in the towel. Until then, he is likely to remain on the fringes of relevance.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE