Detroit Pistons Injury Report: Know the status of Jaden Ivey and others ahead of Magic clash

As the NBA Cup action intensifies, the Detroit Pistons are gearing up for a pivotal showdown against the Orlando Magic at Little Caesars Arena on Friday. With both teams aiming to secure their place in the knockout round, Detroit’s injury landscape has become a major talking point—especially with Jaden Ivey’s status still hanging in the balance.

Pistons look to rebound after win streak snaps

Detroit enters the contest at 15-3, carrying a mix of momentum and frustration after their franchise-record-tying 13-game win streak was halted by the Boston Celtics in a tight 117-114 defeat. The ending was a dramatic one: with 4.4 seconds remaining and the Pistons trailing by three, Cade Cunningham drew a foul from beyond the arc. He converted the first two free throws but missed the third, which would have forced overtime.

Cunningham was spectacular despite the loss, erupting for 42 points, eight rebounds, and five assists. His performance places him among only 12 players this season with multiple 40-point outings. Jalen Duren added a powerful double-double with 12 points and 16 rebounds, while Tobias Harris chipped in 12 points to support the effort.

Orlando riding high after historic offensive showcase

The Magic arrive at 11-8 following a commanding 144-103 win over the Philadelphia 76ers—a game marked by a record-breaking offensive explosion. Orlando surged in the second quarter, outscoring Philadelphia 51-25 while shooting a blistering 74.1% from the field. Their 51-point quarter stands as the highest-scoring frame in franchise history.

Anthony Black shined with a career-high 31 points, Franz Wagner added 21, and Desmond Bane contributed 15 as nine Magic players reached double figures for the first time in team history. Black also became the 14th bench player in franchise history to record a 30-point game.

Friday’s winner will claim East Group B and move directly into the knockout stage. Despite that, the Magic have a cushion—they can still secure the wild card even with a loss, depending on other Eastern Conference outcomes and their impressive +61 point differential.

Detroit Pistons Injury Report: Latest updates on Jaden Ivey and others

The focus now shifts to Detroit’s health situation, which could significantly impact head coach Monty Williams’ rotation.

Here’s the full injury update:

Jaden Ivey (Return to Competition Reconditioning) – Questionable

Isaac Jones (G League Assignment) – Out

Bobi Klintman (Ankle) – Out

Wendell Moore Jr. (Two-Way Contract) – Out

Marcus Sasser (Hip) – Out

Tolu Smith (Two-Way Contract) – Out

Ivey’s availability remains the biggest storyline heading into the matchup, as Detroit could use his scoring burst and backcourt versatility against a red-hot Magic team.

Projected Pistons starting lineup vs. Magic

Ausar Thompson

Tobias Harris

Jalen Duren

Duncan Robinson

Cade Cunningham