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Pistons vs. Nets Injury Report: Who's In and Who's Out?
Detroit Pistons Injury Report
The Detroit Pistons will be without several key players when they take on the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night. Jerami Grant (knee), Isaiah Stewart (ankle), and Kelly Olynyk (knee) have all been ruled out. Saddiq Bey (ankle) is questionable.
Grant's Absence a Major Blow
Grant is the Pistons' leading scorer and rebounder, so his absence will be a major blow. The 27-year-old forward is averaging 20.1 points and 4.8 rebounds per game this season.
Stewart and Olynyk Also Key Contributors
Stewart is a tough, physical defender who averages 7.6 points and 8.7 rebounds per game. Olynyk is a versatile big man who can score, rebound, and pass. He is averaging 10.6 points and 4.8 rebounds per game.
Bey's Status Uncertain
Bey is the Pistons' second-leading scorer, averaging 12.7 points per game. He is also a good defender. If Bey is unable to play, it will be a further blow to the Pistons' chances of winning.
Brooklyn Nets Injury Report
The Brooklyn Nets will also be without several key players when they take on the Pistons. Kevin Durant (knee), Kyrie Irving (ankle), and Ben Simmons (back) have all been ruled out. Joe Harris (ankle) is questionable.
Durant's Absence a Major Blow
Durant is one of the best players in the NBA, so his absence will be a major blow to the Nets. The 33-year-old forward is averaging 29.3 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game this season.
Irving and Simmons Also Key Contributors
Irving is a dynamic scorer who averages 27.4 points per game. Simmons is a versatile defender who averages 7.9 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 7.3 assists per game.
Harris' Status Uncertain
Harris is a sharpshooting guard who averages 11.3 points per game. He is also a good defender. If Harris is unable to play, it will be a further blow to the Nets' chances of winning.
Conclusion
The Pistons and Nets will both be without several key players when they face off on Wednesday night. The Pistons will be without Grant, Stewart, Olynyk, and possibly Bey. The Nets will be without Durant, Irving, Simmons, and possibly Harris. These absences will make it difficult for both teams to win, but the Nets should still be the favorites.