Reed won't start Tuesday's game against Toronto.
With Jalen Duren (knee) out, Reed got the start in Monday's 114-110 overtime loss to Oklahoma City, finishing with 21 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, four blocks and one steal. However, with Duren back in the lineup, Reed will return to the bench, likely limiting him to roughly 15-20 minutes of work.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Double-double in OT loss
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Reed finished with 21 points (7-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, four blocks and one steal across 34 minutes during Monday's 114-110 overtime loss to the Thunder.
Making his first start since Feb. 19 with Jalen Duren (knee) and Isaiah Stewart (calf) both unavailable, Reed delivered his third double-double of the season while scoring at least 20 points for the first time since Feb. 11. The 26-year-old center has chipped in double-digit points in five of the last eight games as he handles a bigger role in the frontcourt in Stewart's absence, averaging 12.1 points, 4.8 boards, 1.9 assists, 1.1 blocks and 0.9 steals in just 18.5 minutes over that stretch while shooting 58.5 percent from the floor.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Starting sans Duren
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Reed will start Monday's game against the Thunder.
With Jalen Duren (knee) sitting out the front end of this back-to-back set, Reed will step into the starting five. As a starter this season (eight games), the big man has averaged 13.9 points, 7.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 2.1 steals and 1.8 blocks in 27.8 minutes per contest.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Productive despite limited role
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Reed registered 12 points (4-7 FG, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 17 minutes during Saturday's 109-87 victory over Minnesota.
Reed continues to play a secondary role despite the absence of Isaiah Stewart (calf), yet he was able to chip in across the board against what ended up being a favorable opponent. While he does have what might be considered elite per-minute upside, Reed simply isn't seeing enough of the court to be considered a must-add player. At this point, he can be streamed in when the schedule works in his favor, keeping in mind that Stewart is seemingly nearing a return.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Strong line off bench
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Reed accumulated 17 points (7-11 FG, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two blocks across 21 minutes during Thursday's 117-95 win over the Wizards.
With Isaiah Stewart (calf) still on the shelf and Jalen Duren not playing in the fourth quarter out of caution, Reed saw increased usage and put together an impressive display. Reed's per-minute upside is very strong, so as long as the minutes are there, he'll be on the streaming radar.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Underwhelming in win
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Reed produced 10 points (4-5 FG, 2-4 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 13 minutes during Tuesday's 130-117 victory over the Wizards.
Despite Isaiah Stewart's continued absence due to a calf injury, Reed failed to make a significant impact. In two games without Stewart, Reed has logged 11 and 13 minutes, averaging 7.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.5 blocks. At this point, there are likely better streaming options available in most leagues.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Sees garbage-time run
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Reed registered 10 points (3-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over six minutes during Sunday's 121-110 loss to the Heat.
With Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart both back in the fold for the Pistons, Reed is back to being buried as the third-string center on the depth chart. Reed has appeared in just two of Detroit's last four contests, and all of his production Sunday came in the fourth quarter of a blowout. He's averaging 8.3 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 13.6 minutes per tilt in his last seven games, shooting 58.5 percent from the field.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Productive despite relegation
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Reed notched 15 points (7-11 FG, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds, one block and one steal over 19 minutes during Saturday's 126-110 win over Chicago.
Reed shifted back to the bench with Jalen Duren returning from a two-game suspension. Despite the demotion, Reed still managed to put up a solid performance, continuing what has been a fantastic two-week period. In four games during that span, he has averaged 16.8 points, 6.0 rebounds and 3.3 combined steals and blocks, good enough for top 20 value in nine-category leagues.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Another strong start
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Reed registered 18 points (7-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal over 29 minutes during the Pistons' 126-111 win over the Knicks on Thursday.
Reed put together a nice stat line during Thursday's win, finishing as the Pistons' third-leading rebounder and second in points behind Cade Cunningham (42). Reed has started in each of the Pistons' last two games but will likely revert to a bench role against the Bulls on Saturday since Jalen Duren will be available to return after serving a two-game suspension. That said, Reed should see an elevated role off the bench in the short term as Isaiah Stewart (suspension) will not be eligible to return until March 3.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Hits for 22 in Wednesday's start
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Reed produced 22 points (10-17 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists, four blocks and three steals across 33 minutes during Wednesday's 113-95 win over the Raptors.
With Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart both suspended in the wake of Monday's brawl with the Hornets, Reed made his first start since Jan. 10. He delivered a dominant defensive performance while producing his best scoring effort since Nov. 12, when he erupted for a season-high 28 against the Bulls. Duren is set to miss only one more game, but Stewart has been shelved until March 3, so Reed should see elevated usage into next month. The 26-year-old center has scored in double digits in three straight games, averaging 15.3 points, 4.7 boards, 2.7 assists, 2.0 steals, 2.0 blocks and 1.0 threes.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Solid in 18 minutes
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Reed had 12 points (3-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 5-8 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals over 18 minutes during Monday's 110-104 victory over the Hornets.
With Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart likely facing suspensions for their altercation with Miles Bridges on Monday, Reed suddenly becomes an intriguing streaming option in fantasy hoops. As a strong per-minute producer in rebounds, steals and blocks, Reed could have a nice window to provide a boost to fantasy managers.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Lands increased role
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Reed racked up 12 points (4-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal over 27 minutes during Friday's 118-80 win over the Knicks.
Reed played meaningful minutes, sliding into the backup center role after Jalen Duren was ruled out with a knee injury. The fact that this game was a blowout also worked in Reed's favor, allowing him to close the game over Isaiah Stewart. If Duren is to miss further time, Reed is someone to consider in deeper formats, especially if you need rebounds and defensive stats.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Available to play
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Reed (personal) is available for Saturday's game versus the Pacers.
Reed missed Thursday's win over the Suns for personal reasons, but he's returned to the team and will be available for Saturday's game. However, with Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart healthy again, Reed will have a tough time getting into the rotation.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: On track to return Saturday
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Reed (personal) has been upgraded from questionable to probable for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Reed did not play in the Pistons' win over the Suns on Thursday due to personal reasons, but the sixth-year pro is trending toward returning Saturday from a one-game absence. He started in each of the Pistons' four games prior to his absence, although he would likely revert to a bench role due to the return of Jalen Duren.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Questionable for personal reasons
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Reed is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pacers for personal reasons.
Reed is trying to rejoin the team following a one-game absence. With Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart both healthy, Reed is unlikely to be part of Detroit's rotation in a significant capacity.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Grabs 10 boards in win
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Reed logged six points (3-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 0-2 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists in 15 minutes during Saturday's 124-112 victory over Milwaukee.
Reed had double-digit rebounds for just the third time this season, playing a handful of extra minutes as a result of an ankle injury to Tobias Harris. With Isaiah Stewart moving into the starting lineup alongside Jalen Duren, Reed was called upon to play the majority of the backup center minutes. Given he had been out of the rotation in two of the previous three games, there is no reason to overreact to this performance.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Retreating to bench Monday
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Reed won't start Monday's game against the Pacers.
With Jalen Duren (ankle) returning from a two-game absence, Reed will slide to the second unit. Over his last five appearances off the bench, the 26-year-old center has averaged 4.0 points and 4.2 rebounds in 10.2 minutes per contest.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Monster game as starter
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Reed generated 28 points (11-13 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 13 rebounds, six assists, four steals and one block across 31 minutes of Wednesday's 124-113 win over the Bulls.
Reed hadn't exceeded 19 minutes in a game before Wednesday night. However, the absences of Jalen Duren (ankle) and Isaiah Stewart (ankle) opened up the opportunity for Reed to draw the start, and he capitalized. The 26-year-old center paced the Pistons in points and rebounds while tallying the second most assists on the team. While it's uncertain if Duren and Stewart will continue to miss time, fantasy managers should keep a keen eye on the Pistons' frontcourt situation, as Reed boasts significant streaming value when given 20 or more minutes.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Starting vs. Chicago
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Reed will start Wednesday's matchup against the Bulls.
With Jalen Duren (ankle) and Isaiah Stewart (ankle) both sidelined, Reed will get the starting nod for the first time this season. Over his last five appearances, the big man has averaged 4.0 points and 4.2 rebounds while shooting 71.4 percent from the field in 10.2 minutes per contest.
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Pistons' Paul Reed: Flirts with double-double in win
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Reed accumulated eight points (4-5 FG, 0-2 FT), nine rebounds, one block and one steal over 13 minutes during Monday's 137-135 overtime win over the Wizards.
Reed stepped in for Isaiah Stewart (ankle) and performed well in his place, logging a second consecutive game with a block and at least five rebounds. If Stewart can't go Wednesday against Chicago, Reed will continue to back up Jalen Duren.
