Harris is back in the lineup after sitting out Monday's win over the Heat with a sprained thumb. However, it will be Malik Beasley who heads to the bench. Thompson will make another start, this time filling the void left by Jaden Ivey (knee).
Harris was initially listed as probable after missing their last game with a thumb injury. He has now officially been cleared, and his return will likely push Ausar Thompson back to the bench. Thompson played well as a starter and will likely still play a significant reserve role.
Harris (thumb) is available for Thursday's game versus the Jazz.
Thompson had a very nice game after he was inserted in the starting lineup to replace Tobias Harris (finger). The former No. 5 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, it might just be a matter of time before Thompson sticks in the Pistons starting lineup. He'll expedite that process by having more shooting nights like he did on Monday. Thompson might not be on your league's waiver wire for much longer.
The Pistons will play Monday's game without Tobias Harris, who has a sprained right thumb. Thompson moves into the starting lineup, and while he can provide solid defensive value, his offensive production has been inconsistent. Look for rookie Ron Holland II to play more minutes in a reserve role. The other change, Beasley replacing Jaden Ivey, was not announced until just before tipoff.