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Pistons’ Jaden Ivey Set to Play Against Chicago Bulls Despite Ankle Injury
Jaden Ivey of the Detroit Pistons is expected to participate in Monday’s game against the Chicago Bulls, despite sustaining a minor right ankle sprain. The 2024 NBA season has seen Ivey maintain impressive statistics, with an average of 18.9 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game. He has also achieved a 45.3 percent field goal percentage and a 36.6 percent success rate from beyond the arc this season.
The third-year guard’s contribution has been pivotal for the Pistons, who look to overcome their recent challenges and secure a victory against the Bulls. The Pistons coaching staff and fans will be hopeful that Ivey’s condition does not worsen and that he continues to perform at his current level.
In another game, a different Pistons guard was ruled questionable for a previous match against the Toronto Raptors due to a right great toe sprain. The absence of this player during a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks led to Beasley stepping into the starting lineup, where he recorded 26 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists.
With other team injuries, the Pistons have had to adjust their lineup strategies, contributing to the varied performance results in recent games.