Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Most likely done for season
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Pistons head coach Dwane Casey acknowledged Tuesday that Diallo (ankle) likely won't be available to play again this season by the time he's re-evaluated in 3-to-4 weeks, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Even if Diallo's Grade 2 right ankle sprain checks out better than expected when he gets re-examined in early April, the 15-51 Pistons don't have any incentive to rush him back on the court before their season comes to an end April 9. The 24-year-old Diallo will finish his fifth NBA season with averages of 9.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 0.9 steals in 17.8 minutes per game while shooting a career-high 57.3 percent from the field and a career-worst 58.8 percent from the free-throw line across 56 appearances. Diallo is scheduled to become a free agent this summer.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Out long term with ankle sprain
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Detroit announced Tuesday that Diallo has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 right ankle sprain and will be re-evaluated in 3-to-4 weeks, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.
Diallo departed in the fourth quarter of Monday's loss to the Trail Blazers due to the injury and was quickly ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Wizards before the MRI revealed that he'll be sidelined for a long-term basis. Given that Diallo won't be re-evaluated until late March at the earliest, he seems unlikely to get back on the court before the Pistons' season comes to a close April 9. Diallo, who is set to become a free agent this offseason, will likely finish the campaign with averages of 9.3 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists over 17.8 minutes per game across 56 appearances.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Won't play Tuesday
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Diallo (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Diallo left Monday's loss to Portland early due to an ankle sprain and will sit out the second half of the Pistons' back-to-back set Tuesday. Killian Hayes (hand) and Alec Burks (foot) are also out, leaving Cory Joseph, Rodney McGruder and R.J. Hampton as candidates for increased roles versus Washington.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Exits Monday's contest early
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Diallo exited Monday's contest against Portland after suffering an ankle injury in the fourth quarter, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
The exact extent of the injury is unknown at this time. If Diallo is ultimately forced to miss future contests, the likes of Isaiah Livers, R.J. Hampton and Alec Burks emerge as candidates to receive increased usage.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Leads bench in near 20-point game
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Diallo ended with 19 points (7-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT), one rebound and one assist in 29 minutes during Wednesday's 117-115 loss to Chicago.
Diallo led all bench players in scoring while finishing one point shy of reaching the 20-point mark for the second straight game. Diallo, who posted his second-highest point total of the season, has reached double figures in scoring in seven straight games.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Pours in season-high 23
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Diallo supplied 23 points (10-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-6 FT), three rebounds, two assists and three steals in 33 minutes off the bench during Monday's 117-106 loss to Charlotte.
It was the best scoring performance of the season for Diallo, who has scored in double digits in six straight games while shooting 60.3 percent from the floor. With Bojan Bogdanovic (Achilles) sidelined, Diallo would seem to have an opportunity in the front of him to stay locked in while seeing elevated usage.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Hits for 18 off bench
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Diallo produced 18 points (8-11 FG, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 22 minutes during Sunday's 119-118 loss to the Raptors.
It's his best scoring performance since he popped for 19 against the Pelicans on Jan. 13, and Diallo's seven boards were also his best effort on the glass since that game. The fifth-year wing's production and court time haven't been consistent lately. Coming into Sunday, he'd seen 18 minutes or less in four straight contests, making him tough to rely on for fantasy purposes.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Good to go Friday
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Diallo (illness) was left off the injury report for Friday's game versus Charlotte.
Diallo was listed as probable for Wednesday's matchup with Washington due to a non-COVID illness before the game was postponed. However, he should be able to play around his average of 16.7 minutes off the bench.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Probable for Wednesday
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Diallo (illness) is probable for Wednesday's matchup against the Wizards.
Diallo missed Monday's game against the Mavericks due to a non-COVID-19 illness but will likely return to action Wednesday. The fifth-year wing has been a productive two-way player recently, posting 13.8 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.8 steals in 20.3 minutes over his last four appearances.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Won't play Monday
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Diallo has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Mavericks due to a non-COVID-19-related illness.
Diallo has been productive on both ends of the court recently, averaging 13.8 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.8 steals in 20.3 minutes per game over his last four appearances. Saddiq Bey and Alec Burks are candidates to see increased playing time during Monday's matchup.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Racks up five steals
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Diallo recorded 15 points (5-9 FG, 5-6 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and five steals across 20 minutes during Saturday's 117-114 loss to the Rockets.
Diallo continues to shoot the ball with efficiency, as he's scored in double figures in four straight games despite attempting fewer than 10 field goals in each contest. He's also been able to take the ball away on the defensive end, tallying nine total steals in his last two appearances.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Available vs. Bulls
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Diallo (calf) is available for Thursday's matchup against the Bulls.
Diallo has been playing much better since Christmas. Over his past 11 appearances, the wing has averaged 12.1 points on 67.9 percent shooting, 5.3 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 21.1 minutes.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Likely to play Thursday
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Diallo is probable for Thursday's game against the Bulls despite right calf soreness.
Diallo has scored in double figures in four of the last five games, averaging 13.8 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 24.8 minutes per game. Although he's dealing with a calf injury, he'll likely be able to play through the issue against Chicago.
Diallo recorded 19 points (9-11 FG, 1-4 FT), seven rebounds and two steals in 27 minutes before fouling out of Friday's 116-110 loss to the Pelicans.
Diallo turned in an impressive performance on the offensive end, as he drilled 81.8 percent of his field-goal attempts. He also snagged seven rebounds and has now secured seven or more boards in three of his last four appearances.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Teases double-double in loss
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Diallo totaled 14 points (6-9 FG, 2-4 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and two steals over 25 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 147-116 loss to the 76ers.
The 24-year-old wing was one of seven different Pistons to score in double digits, while his eight boards led the club and tied his season high. Diallo is getting consistent run lately due to all of Detroit's injuries, seeing double-digit minutes in 10 straight games, and he's responded by averaging 10.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 1.0 assists while shooting a stunning 63.6 percent from the floor.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Has efficient shooting night
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Diallo contributed 16 points (7-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-3 FT), four rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals over 21 minutes during Monday's 135-106 loss to the Trail Blazers.
Diallo knocked down 77.8 percent of his attempts from the field, and he also made an impact on the defensive end of the court. He's notched two steals and two blocks in two straight contests while also scoring in double figures in each of those appearances.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Hit with one-game ban
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Diallo has been suspended one game for his role in Wednesday's altercation against the Magic.
Diallo will miss Friday's game in Chicago and can return to play Saturday against Minnesota. Kevin Knox and Rodney McGruder could pick up a few extra minutes while Diallo serves his suspension.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Tossed from Wednesday's win
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Diallo amassed 11 points (4-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds and one assist over 14 minutes before getting ejected from Wednesday's 121-101 win over the Magic.
An altercation between Moritz Wagner and Killian Hayes in the second quarter turned into a bench-clearing scrum, and Diallo was assessed two technical fouls for his actions during the scuffle. The 24-year-old had been working his way back into the Pistons' rotation, seeing double-digit minutes in four straight games with solid per-minute production, but that momentum figures to be halted by a suspension from the league.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Back in rotation Tuesday
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Diallo closed Tuesday's 126-111 loss to Utah with four points (2-3 FG, 0-2 FT) and one steal across three minutes.
Diallo re-entered the rotation Tuesday, although it did come during garbage time. It was the first time we have seen him on the floor in almost two weeks, highlighting just how marginalized he has become of late. It is possible the Pistons no longer view him as part of their future, meaning his role is unlikely to change anytime soon.
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Pistons' Hamidou Diallo: Scores in double figures
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Diallo finished Sunday's 122-112 loss to the Grizzlies with 10 points (4-6 FG, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one assist in 12 minutes.
Diallo scored 10 points for the second time in four games, but he's done so only six times over 23 contests so far this season. The Kentucky product saw fewer minutes than usual Sunday, but he typically logs between 15-to-20 minutes per night off the bench behind Bojan Bogdanovic, Saddiq Bey, Alec Burks and Rodney McGruder.
