Omoruyi signed a rest-of-season contract with the Pistons on Thursday, Mike Curtis of The Detroit News reports.
The second-year pro out of Oregon is coming off two 10-day deals with the Pistons, and he's impressed the organization enough to stick around for the remainder of the campaign. Over his past eight appearances, Omoruyi has averaged 10.3 points, 4.4 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 24.8 minutes. As the Pistons let the season slip away, he should continue seeing plenty of action.
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Pistons' Eugene Omoruyi: Coming off bench
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Omoruyi isn't starting Sunday against the Heat, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Omoruyi started the last three matchups and averaged 12.0 points and 4.3 rebounds in 26.0 minutes per game. He'll retreat to the bench with Marvin Bagley back in action Sunday but could still see slightly elevated minutes since Bagley's playing time will be monitored.
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Pistons' Eugene Omoruyi: Productive in Monday's start
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Omoruyi posted 17 points (8-13 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, three steals and two assists across 32 minutes during Monday's 117-97 win over Indiana.
The second-year forward got his first start since Jan. 10 and posted his biggest scoring performance since Nov. 11, when he erupted for 22 points against the Raptors. Omoruyi has seen at least 23 minutes in four straight contests as the Pistons' frontcourt deals with multiple injuries, averaging a solid 13.0 points, 4.5 boards, 1.3 steals, 1.0 assists and 1.0 threes over that stretch, and with neither Marvin Bagley (ankle) nor Isaiah Stewart (shoulder) expected to return in the next couple games, the 26-year-old should continue to see elevated usage.
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Pistons' Eugene Omoruyi: Starting Monday
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Omoruyi is starting Monday's game against Indiana, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Omoruyi topped 20 minutes of playing time off the bench in his last three appearances and averaged 11.7 points and 4.0 rebounds during that time. He'll make his third start of the season with Marvin Bagley (ankle) sidelined Monday. Coach Dwane Casey said Sunday that he expects Bagley to miss the "next few games," so it's possible Omoruyi has a multi-game stint in the starting lineup.
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Pistons' Eugene Omoruyi: Signs second 10-day contract
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The Pistons signed Omoruyi to a second 10-day contract Monday, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Omoruyi has appeared in five consecutive games. With the Pistons extremely shorthanded, he's played at least 20 minutes in each of Detroit's last three contests, averaging 11.7 points and 4.0 rebounds in 25.3 minutes. The undrafted forward out of Oregon should continue to garner a solid role in the Pistons' frontcourt as long as Marvin Bagley (ankle) and Isaiah Stewart (shoulder) remain sidelined.
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Pistons' Eugene Omoruyi: Surprising showing off bench
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Omoruyi amassed 15 points (5-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal across 23 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 119-117 loss to Washington.
It's the first time the 26-year-old forward has scored in double digits in an NBA game since Dec. 16, when he was with the Thunder. Omoruyi is only on a 10-day contract with the Pistons right now, but if he continues to supply a steady hand in an injury-riddled frontcourt rotation, he could earn a regular job for the rest of the season.
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Pistons' Eugene Omoruyi: Lands with Detroit
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Omoruyi signed a 10-day contract with the Pistons on Friday, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
Omoruyi has appeared in 23 games with the Thunder this year and has averaged 4.9 points and 2.3 rebounds in 11.8 minutes per game, as he's been an inconsistent part of the team's rotation. However, it's possible he'll be able to carve out some minutes with Detroit in the near future since the team's frontcourt is currently shorthanded.
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Eugene Omoruyi: Waived by Thunder
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Omoruyi was waived by the Thunder on Sunday, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.
Omoruyi joined the Thunder on a standard one-year contract Feb. 10 but hasn't been a consistent part of the rotation recently. He's averaging 4.9 points and 2.3 rebounds in 11.8 minutes per game over 23 appearances in the NBA this year but will seek other opportunities to close out the regular season.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Off injury report
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Omoruyi (ankle) has been removed from the injury report for Wednesday against Houston.
The Thunder are pretty healthy these days, so Omoruyi will likely be an emergency depth option. In his 22 appearances this season, he's averaged 4.9 points and 2.3 rebounds in 12.0 minutes.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Won't play Monday
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Omoruyi has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pelicans due to a left ankle sprain.
Omoruyi appeared in two of the Thunder's last three matchups and averaged 2.5 points and 2.5 rebounds in 8.0 minutes per game during that time. He'll miss at least one game due to his ankle issue, and his final chance to play before the All-Star break will be Wednesday against Houston.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Doesn't suit up Wednesday
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Omoruyi (undisclosed) did not take the floor Wednesday against the Mad Ants.
Omoruyi has played a substantial role for the Blue this season as a part-time starter and major bench contributor. However, he did not have the chance to showcase his skills Wednesday as he's currently dealing with an undisclosed injury.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Solid performance in win
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Omoruyi finished with 25 points (10-18 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds and one assist in 29 minutes during Friday's 125-123 win over the Iowa Wolves.
Omoruyi showcased his full offensive arsenal against Iowa, finishing as the leading scorer while also hauling in a team-high eight rebounds. However, he was careless with the basketball, leading the team in turnovers.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Late scratch Sunday
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Omoruyi has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets due to lower back soreness, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.
Omoruyi wasn't on Oklahoma City's initial injury report Sunday, but he was ruled out less than an hour before tipoff. His absence shouldn't significantly impact the Thunder's rotation.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Doesn't suit up Wednesday
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Omoruyi did not suit up for the Blue's Wednesday night matchup against the South Bay Lakers.
Even though Omoruyi was listed as healthy, coach Grant Gibbs decided to not put him in the game, which is surprising since he's been a serviceable bench player for the Blue this year. Expect him to find his way back into the rotation as a scorer and rebounder off the bench.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Retreats to bench Thursday
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Omoruyi will return to the bench for Thursday's game versus the 76ers, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.
Omoruyi drew a spot start Tuesday against the Heat with Jaylin Williams (ankle) sitting out another game, but he returns to the second unit with Williams back in the fold Thursday. Omoruyi doesn't figure to see nearly as much action Thursday as a result.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Gets starting nod
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Omoruyi is in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus Miami. Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.
Omuruyi will replace Kenrich Williams in the starting lineup Tuesday. He's making his second start of the season.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Recalled, available Friday
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Omoruyi was recalled from the G League's Oklahoma City Blue and is available for Friday's game against the Wizards, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.
With the Thunder missing various frontcourt players, Omoruyi is a strong candidate to join the rotation after being called up. In his 17 NBA appearances, he's averaged 5.2 points and 2.4 rebounds in 11.6 minutes.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Doesn't suit up Thursday
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Omoruyi did not suit up for the Blue's Thursday night matchup against the Austin Spurs.
Even though Omoruyi was listed as healthy, he did not have the chance to get in the game against Austin, which is surprising since he's averaging 13.0 points and 5.0 rebounds over 24.6 minutes per night. His next opportunity to play will be Jan. 3.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Coming off bench
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Omoruyi isn't starting Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.
Omoruyi drew a rare start Saturday against the Grizzlies, but he'll return to his usual role Monday night. He's averaged 5.2 points, 2.5 boards and 15.3 minutes in his last six games coming off the bench.
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Thunder's Eugene Omoruyi: Starting Saturday
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Omoruyi will join the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Memphis, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.
Omoruyi is coming off of arguably his best game of the season, logging 14 points, five rebounds and three steals across 21 minutes. His efforts were enough to earn a starting role in the absence of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (back) and Josh Giddey (illness). Omoruyi is worth a look as a streamer and daily option Saturday.
