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.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Will play Monday
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Hardaway (head) is available for Monday's game against the Bulls.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Upgraded to probable
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Hardaway (head) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's game against the Bulls.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Won't play Sunday
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Hardaway (head) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Questionable to play Sunday
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Hardaway (head) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
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 may face some limitations. Simone Fontecchio (toe) is also questionable.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Ruled out Friday
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Hardaway (head) won't play in Friday's game versus the Raptors.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Unlikely to play against Toronto
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Hardaway (head) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Raptors.
Hardaway will likely miss his second straight contest Friday due to a head laceration he suffered against Miami. With Simone Fontecchio (toe) also doubtful, Malik Beasley and Ron Holland should continue to receive increased playing time.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Confirmed out for Wednesday
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Hardaway will not play Wednesday against the Bucks due to a head laceration.
Hardaway's absence comes as little surprise after he exited Tuesday's 123-121 overtime win over the Heat early after a scary collision. He underwent a CT scan that returned negative but needed stitches to seal the wound on his head. With Jaden Ivey (toe) and Simone Fontecchio (toe) also sidelined Wednesday, Ron Holland, Marcus Sasser and Malik Beasley could step into larger roles against Milwaukee.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Avoids serious injury Tuesday
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Hardaway (head) underwent a CT scan that returned negative after he exited Tuesday's 123-121 overtime win against Miami in the third quarter, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports. Hardaway finished with 11 points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound and one assist across 19 minutes.
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, and while he required stitches to seal a wound, the results of the CT scan were encouraging. While Hardaway looks like he could avoid an extended absence, he could be at risk of missing Wednesday's game against the Bucks, which would open up more playing time for Malik Beasley and Ron Holland.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Being evaluated for head injury
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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. He tallied 11 points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound and one assist across 19 minutes prior to his departure.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Exits to locker room
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Hardaway (head) went back to the locker room in a wheelchair after a collision in the third quarter of Tuesday's game against the Heat, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Scores 19 points in win
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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.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Pops for 20 points in loss
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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.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Good to go Wednesday
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Hardaway (back) has been cleared for Wednesday's contest versus Indiana.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Dealing with back spasms
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Hardaway has been downgraded to probable for Wednesday's regular-season opener versus Indiana due to back spasms.
Hardaway being deemed probable as opposed to questionable still puts him on track to play Wednesday, but his status will need to be monitored. Simone Fontecchio and Malik Beasley could see upticks in usage if Hardaway is forced to sit.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Joins first unit
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Hardaway is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason game against Cleveland, Coty M. Davis of The Detroit News reports.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Back to bench
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Hardaway will come off the bench during Sunday's preseason game against the Warriors.
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.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Struggles in spot start Friday
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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.
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. However, his offensive upside is very limited and in recent times, he has been woeful from the field. Despite starting Friday, Hardaway will likely begin the season on the bench, making him a non-factor outside of very deep formats.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Gets starting nod Friday
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Hardaway is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Suns, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
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 in a bench role.
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Pistons' Tim Hardaway: Retreats to bench Tuesday
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Hardaway will come off the bench in Tuesday's preseason game against the Suns, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Hardaway started in the club's preseason opener against the Bucks on Sunday, but he will retreat to the bench with Malik Beasley entering the starting five. Hardaway is expected to provide a spark off the bench during the regular season, and he will likely compete for minutes with Beasley and Marcus Sasser behind Jaden Ivey.
