The Pistons announced Thursday that Ivey underwent an arthroscopic procedure to relieve right knee discomfort and will be re-evaluated in four weeks.
The procedure and discomfort are unrelated to the fibula injury Ivey suffered last season, per the Pistons' press release, but this is still a massive hit to Detroit's backcourt, which also lost Malik Beasley and Tim Hardaway this offseason. In Ivey's absence, Caris LeVert (undisclosed), Duncan Robinson, Ronald Holland, Marcus Sasser and Chaz Lanier are all candidates for increased roles to start the season.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Considered day-to-day
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Ivey (undisclosed) is considered day-to-day heading into Thursday's preseason finale against the Wizards, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff said Ivey is "working through some things," and it is possible he could miss the preseason finale. It seems like the team is taking a cautious approach with the young star, along with Caris LeVert (undisclosed), who is also considered day-to-day moving forward.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Won't play in preseason finale
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Ivey (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Thursday's preseason game against the Wizards, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff said Ivey is "working through some things" and won't be available for the final preseason game, along with Caris LeVert (undisclosed). It sounds like this is a precautionary measure for both players to ensure they are ready for the regular-season opener against the Bulls on Oct. 22.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Absent from starting lineup Tuesday
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Ivey (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Tuesday's preseason game against the Cavaliers, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
It appears that the Pistons are giving Ivey the night off Tuesday. The combo guard will look to return to the lineup for Thursday's exhibition finale against the Wizards for his last tune-up in game action ahead of the regular season.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Won't play Thursday
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Ivey (rest) will not play in Thursday's preseason game against the Bucks, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.
After playing 14 minutes in Monday's preseason game against the Grizzlies, Ivey will not suit up, presumably for rest purposes. The next opportunity for the Purdue product to play will be Tuesday against the Cavaliers.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Not starting Thursday
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Ivey isn't in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the Bucks.
Ivey logged 14 minutes in Monday's exhibition against the Grizzlies so that the team may give him a lighter workload Thursday evening. Duncan Robinson will draw the start with Ivey scheduled to come off the bench.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Cleared for training camp
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Pistons president of basketball operations Trajan Langdon said Monday that Ivey (leg) will be a full go for training camp, Eric Vincent reports.
Additionally, Ivey will have no restrictions. Ivey hasn't played since Jan. 1 due to a broken left fibula, forcing him to miss the final 55 games of the 2024-25 regular season. Prior to the injury, he was in the midst of a breakout campaign with 17.6 points, 4.1 rebounds and 4.0 assists in 29.9 minutes across 30 appearances. The Pistons will be hoping he can find his form quickly and pick up where he left off.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Ends season on shelf
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Ivey (lower leg) didn't play in the Pistons' final 55 games of the 2024-25 season, including the playoffs.
Ivey hasn't played since Jan. 1 due to a broken left fibula, and with Detroit now eliminated from the playoffs, he will have to wait until next season to see any game action. However, the 23-year-old guard had been reportedly progressing in his recovery and was cleared for basketball activities, so he should be healthy ahead of the 2025-26 campaign. Ivey finished the 2024-25 season averaging 17.6 points, 4.1 rebounds and 4.0 assists in 29.9 minutes across 30 regular-season appearances.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Out at least another two weeks
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The Pistons announced Saturday that Ivey (lower leg) has progressed in his recovery to basketball shooting and skill drills, and his status will be updated in another two weeks.
Ivey continues to progress in his recovery from a broken left fibula that has kept him sidelined since Jan. 1. However, the Pistons will likely have to advance past the Knicks in the playoffs to give Ivey a chance at suiting up before the end of the 2024-25 campaign.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Cleared for basketball activities
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The Pistons announced Thursday that Ivey continues to make progress in his recovery from a broken left fibula and has been cleared for basketball activities. He's scheduled to enter the beginning phase of a reconditioning progression and will have his status updated in two weeks.
Ivey hasn't played since Jan. 1 due to a broken left fibula, but getting clearance for basketball activities will leave the door open for him to play again in 2024-25 if the Pistons are able to make a deep playoff run. Before getting injured, the third-year guard averaged a career-high 17.6 points to go with 4.1 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 2.1 three-pointers and 0.9 steals in 29.9 minutes per game while shooting 46 percent from the field and 40.9 percent from downtown over 30 appearances.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Still out another four weeks
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The Pistons announced Thursday that Ivey (lower leg) has transitioned to weight-bearing strengthening exercises, running progression activity and stationary shooting. The 24-year-old's recovery progress will be updated in another four weeks.
Ivey has been sidelined since suffering a broken left fibula on Jan. 1 and undergoing surgery. While Ivey could potentially return to action for Detroit's playoff run, his rehab process would need to proceed without any setbacks. Ausar Thompson should continue to start in his absence.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Out at least another four weeks
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The Pistons announced Thursday that Ivey (lower leg) has transitioned to a walking boot and has begun light weight-bearing activity. The 22-year-old guard's progress will be updated in another four weeks as he continues to progress in the rehabilitation process.
Ivey hasn't played since Jan. 1 after undergoing surgery to repair a broken left fibula but appears to be progressing well in his recovery. While Ivey will now certainly be sidelined well past the All-Star break, there is reason for optimism that he can return to action before the end of the regular season. Ausar Thompson will likely continue to start in his absence.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Undergoes successful surgery
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The Pistons announced Thursday that Ivey underwent successful surgery to repair a broken fibula in his left leg, and he will be re-evaluated in four weeks, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.
While Ivey is set to be re-evaluated in four weeks, the 22-year-old guard will likely be sidelined for a longer period while recovering from a broken fibula. Until Ivey is able to return to action, Marcus Sasser, Malik Beasley, Tim Hardaway and Ausar Thompson could all see increased roles in Detroit's backcourt.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Diagnosed with broken fibula
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The Pistons announced Thursday that Ivey has sustained a broken fibula in his left leg and will miss at least most of the remainder of the season, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Ivey suffered his injury during Wednesday's game versus the Magic and could miss the rest of the 2024-25 campaign. The 22-year-old guard was enjoying the best season of his career, averaging 17.6 points, 4.1 rebounds and 4.0 assists in 29.9 minutes across 30 appearances. The biggest improvement in Ivey's game was in his efficiency, as he was shooting 46.0 percent from the field and 40.9 percent from three. In his absence, Marcus Sasser, Malik Beasley, Tim Hardaway and Ausar Thompson are all candidates to receive increased playing time.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Suffers serious leg injury
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Ivey suffered what appeared to be a severe lower left leg injury early in the fourth quarter of Wednesday's game against Orlando and was taken off the court on a stretcher, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports. He recorded 22 points (8-11 FG, 5-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four assists, one rebound and one steal in 27 minutes before leaving the game.
Cole Anthony fell into Ivey's leg while pursuing a loose ball in the fourth quarter, causing Ivey to go down on the hardwood in considerable pain. After an extended delay, Ivey was wheeled to the locker room. The Pistons likely won't have an update on Ivey until he undergoes further testing on his leg, but an extended absence is likely in the cards for the 22-year-old.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Delivers win in final seconds
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Ivey recorded 19 points (7-13 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds and one block in 33 minutes during Thursday's 114-113 victory over the Kings.
Ivey got fouled while converting a three-pointer with three seconds left, and he sank the free throw to seal a dramatic win for the Pistons. Ivey's four-point play was the finishing touch to Detroit's massive rally, coming from 19 points down to clinch the team's 14th win. Ivey has been very productive since returning from a two-game absence, averaging 19.0 points, 5.7 rebounds and 3.3 assists over the last three games.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Pops for 20 points in return
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Ivey finished Saturday's 133-125 win over Phoenix with 20 points (7-14 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 30 minutes.
Ivey returned to the starting five after knee soreness forced him to miss two games, and the Purdue product did not disappoint. Ivey is surpassing previous seasonal averages through 26 games, averaging 17.4 points, 4.3 rebounds and 4.3 assists while maintaining a career-high 30.3 minutes per game. Cade Cunningham is the unquestioned top producer for the team, but Ivey is a solid complement to him in Detroit's backcourt.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Cleared to face Suns
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Ivey (knee) will play in Saturday's game against Phoenix.
Ivey was initially labeled probable, so his availability doesn't come as a surprise. The third-year guard had missed back-to-back games due to left knee inflammation. He's started in all 25 of his appearances this season.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Downgraded to out
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Ivey (knee) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Jazz.
Ivey will miss his second consecutive contest Thursday due to left knee soreness. Malik Beasley will likely draw another start in his absence. Ivey's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Phoenix.
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Pistons' Jaden Ivey: Solid effort Saturday
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Ivey notched 16 points (6-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal over 29 minutes during Saturday's 120-111 win over the Knicks.
It was close to the type of production that fantasy managers may have come to expect out of Ivey this season. In fact, Ivey is averaging 16.8 points, 4.9 assists, 3.8 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 1.9 three-pointers per contest in his last 12 games, which is nearly identical to Saturday's output. The 22-year-old former lottery pick is still averaging 3.1 turnovers per game and shooting a subpar 72.6 percent from the free-throw line this season, which have been issues for nine-category fantasy managers, so he'll remain a more appealing option in points leagues as a secondary ball handler alongside Cade Cunningham in Detroit's starting backcourt.
