TIM HARDAWAY JR. NEWS

Rough shooting in return Hardaway (head) scored two points (1-10 FG, 0-8 3Pt) and added three assists and one rebound in 30 minutes Monday in the Pistons' 122-112 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Hardaway didn't face any limitations in his return from a three-game absence due to a head laceration, as he took back his spot in the starting five and narrowly surpassed his season-long average of 28.5 minutes per contest. However, despite the ample playing time, Hardaway had a rough go Monday, finishing with his lowest scoring total of the season while coming up empty from three-point range. Hardaway is capable of getting hot from downtown and providing some useful secondary scoring, but his oft-streaky shooting and lack of contributions elsewhere in the box score limit his overall fantasy appeal.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will play Monday Hardaway (head) is available for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Hardaway will return from a three-game absence Monday due to a head laceration that occurred during the Pistons' 123-121 win over the Heat this past Tuesday. After starting in Hardaway's absence, Malik Beasley will likely retreat to the bench for Monday's contest.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Hardaway (head) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Hardaway appears set for a return after missing the past three games for Detroit. Wendell Moore has played well in limited minutes in Hardaway's absence, and Malik Beasley really stepped it up as well. This news comes from the official injury report, so there's no word of any possible restrictions.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Hardaway (head) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Hardaway will miss a third straight game due to a head laceration stemming from a scary fall last Tuesday. Malik Beasley has been starting in Hardaway's absence, while the latter's next chance to suit up will come during the second half of Detroit's back-to-back set Monday versus Chicago.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Sunday Hardaway (head) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Hardaway has missed the last two games with a head laceration, and the Pistons are being cautious with the recovery, as evidenced by the questionable tag. If deemed healthy, Hardaway should see minutes off the bench, meaning his fantasy upside won't be very high even if he returns to the hardwood.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Hardaway (head) won't play in Friday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Hardaway will miss his second straight contest after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a head laceration. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Washington.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play against Toronto Hardaway (head) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Hardaway will likely miss his second straight contest Friday due to a head laceration he suffered against Miami. With Simone Fonteccchio (toe) also doubtful, Malik Beasley and Ron Holland should continue to receive increased playing time.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Antetokounmpo scores 59 and Bucks beat Pistons 127-120 in overtime

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 59 points to pace the Milwaukee Bucks to a 127-120 overtime victory over the Detroit Pistons

NOVEMBER 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Confirmed out for Wednesday Hardaway (head laceration) will not play Wednesday against the Bucks.

Impact No surprise here after Hardaway left Tuesday's game against the Heat early. For now, fantasy managers should operate under the assumption that he is day-to-day. With Jaden Ivey (toe) also sidelined, Ron Holland, Marcus Sasser and Malik Beasley could step into larger roles.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids serious injury Tuesday Hardaway (head) underwent a CAT scan after exiting Tuesday's 123-121 overtime win against Miami in the third quarter, the results came back negative, NBA reporter Chris Haynes repo...

Impact The 32-year-old took an elbow to the face and hit the deck hard before being taken back to the locker room in a wheelchair. Hardaway was unable to return while being evaluated for a head injury, though the results of the CAT scan bode well for his return to game action sooner rather than later. If the sharpshooter ends up missing significant time, Malik Beasley and Ron Holland are both candidates for an increased role.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Being evaluated for head injury Hardaway is being evaluated for a head injury after exiting Tuesday's 123-121 overtime win against Miami in the third quarter, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports. H...

Impact The 32-year-old stayed on the floor for several minutes after colliding with Tyler Herro, and Hardaway was unable to return to the game after being taken out via wheelchair. If the sharpshooter is unable to play in the second leg of the team's back-to-back set Wednesday, Malik Beasley and Ron Holland are both candidates for an increased role.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Exits to locker room Hardaway (head) went back to the locker room in a wheelchair after a collision in the third quarter, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact The 32-year-old stayed on the floor for several minutes after colliding with Tyler Herro, and Hardaway was eventually taken back to the locker room via wheelchair as the medical staff covered the top of his head. Malik Beasley and Ron Holland will likely see an uptick in playing time with Hardaway not expected to return the rest of the way.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 19 points in win Hardaway produced 19 points (7-12 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and one assist over 32 minutes during Monday's 115-103 win over the Lakers.

Impact This line perfectly sums up Hardaway's fantasy appeal, as he can put up points in a hurry with little production elsewhere. Through eight games, he's averaging 13.6 points, 1.8 assists, 0.9 rebounds and 3.1 three-pointers. And defensively, Hardaway has a single steal to his name with zero blocks.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Cunningham has 3rd career triple-double to help the Pistons beat the Lakers, 115-103

Cade Cunningham had 17 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists for his third career triple-double and the Detroit Pistons beat the Los Angeles Lakers 115-103 on Monday night

NOVEMBER 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Six Pistons score in double figures to lead Detroit past Nets 106-92

Cade Cunningham scored 19 points to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 106-92 win over the Brooklyn Nets

NOVEMBER 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tobias Harris returns to Philadelphia to help the Pistons win for the first time this season, 105-95

Tobias Harris had 18 points and 14 rebounds in his Philadelphia return and the Detroit Pistons won for the first time in five games this season, beating the 76ers 105-95 on Wednesd...

OCTOBER 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pops for 20 points in loss Hardaway logged 20 points (5-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 7-7 FT) and one assist in 33 minutes during Monday's 106-98 loss to Miami.

Impact Hardaway was second only to Cade Cunningham, scoring 20 points on reasonable efficiency. Although he has been a consistent member of the starting lineup, Hardaway appears to be alternating strong performances with Malik Beasley. In true fashion, Hardaway offered nothing in terms of supporting stats. Outside of streaming value, Hardaway is not someone who needs to be prioritized in standard formats.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Butler scores 23, Rozier adds 20 and Heat pull away in 4th to beat Pistons 106-98

Jimmy Butler had 23 points and seven assists, Terry Rozier added 20 points and the Miami Heat beat the Detroit Pistons 106-98

OCTOBER 29 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Good to go Wednesday Hardaway (back) has been cleared for Wednesday's contest versus Indiana.

Impact Hardaway appeared on Wednesday's injury report due to lower back spasms, but the 32-year-old is officially active to begin the season. He is a top candidate to start at small forward.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back spasms Hardaway has been downgraded to probable for Wednesday's season opener versus Indiana due to back spasms.

Impact Hardaway being deemed probable as opposed to questionable still puts him on track to play Wednesday, but his status will need to be monitored. The shooting of Simone Fontecchio and Malik Beasley could yield upticks in usage for the duo if Hardaway is forced to sit.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Joins first unit Hardaway is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason game against Cleveland, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.

Impact Hardaway continues alternating roles with Malik Beasley, as the latter will come off the bench Wednesday. Hardaway is joined by Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey in Detroit's three-guard starting lineup Wednesday.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Hardaway will come off the bench during Sunday's preseason game against the Warriors.

Impact Hardaway has been in and out of the starting lineup throughout preseason action, but he will come off the bench Sunday. Hardaway will look to bounce back from a poor performance Friday, where he logged just three points (1-5 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT) over 22 minutes.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Expectations soar for Mavs with addition of Klay Thompson after run to NBA Finals

The Mavericks addressed their biggest scoring need by adding Klay Thompson in a sign-and-trade after their first trip to the NBA Finals since winning their only title in 2011

OCTOBER 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Struggles in spot-start Friday Hardaway closed with three points (1-5 FG, 0-4 3PT, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 22 minutes during Friday's preseason victory.

Impact Hardaway replaced Malik Beasley in the starting lineup but offered very little in terms of tangible production. Brought over to Detroit to provide the team with floor-spacing, Hardaway could be a viable streaming candidate, in theory. Unfortunately, his offensive upside is very limited and in recent times, he has been woeful from the field. Despite starting here, Hardaway will likely begin the season on the bench, making him a non-factor outside of very deep formats.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Friday Hardaway is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Suns, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Impact The Pistons are tweaking their starting unit for this matchup, and Hardaway will replace Malik Beasley in the lineup. This will be Hardaway's second start of the preseason, but all signs point to him opening the regular season against the Pacers on Oct. 23 on a bench role.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE