ORLANDO − The Detroit Pistons might be down a key rotation player in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA playoffs.
Kevin Huerter has been listed as questionable on the official injury report on Sunday, April 26, and could miss Monday's game against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center.
The Pistons, trailing the series 2-1, need all hands on deck as they attempt to tie the series Monday, before returning home on Wednesday for Game 5.
Huerter exited Saturday's 113-105 Game 3 loss in the third quarter due to left hip soreness. Through three games the veteran wing has played a small role off the bench, averaging 13.3 minutes per game. He has only taken seven shots, making two − both 3s − but dished five assists in 15 minutes on Saturday.
The Pistons acquired Huerter at the trade deadline in a a three-team deal that also will allow them to swap to the No. 21 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft (via the Minnesota Timberwolves), and sent Jaden Ivey to the Chicago Bulls.
Huerter, 27, started slow, but began finding his groove toward the end of the season, and averaged 22.8 minutes per game through their final 20 games, averaging 9.9 points on 44.8% shooting.
Jonathan Isaac (left knee sprain) is doubtful for Orlando, and has not played in a game since March 12.
If Huerter can't play or is limited, the Pistons could turn to more bench minutes from veteran Caris LeVert, who has played just 22 minutes in the first three games, and has similar skills. They could also try to play starting shooting guard Duncan Robinson more minutes (averaging 28.7 in this series).
Javonte Green has played the most minutes off the bench for coach J.B. Bickerstaff in the series, averaging 17 per game.
Game 4, Monday: Pistons at Magic, 8 p.m., NBC/Peacock.
Game 5, Wednesday: Magic at Pistons, TBD (if necessary).
Game 6, Friday: Pistons at Magic, TBD (if necessary).
Game 7, Sunday: Magic at Pistons, TBD (if necessary).
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