{"id":130982,"date":"2025-03-26T17:40:03","date_gmt":"2025-03-26T21:40:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/?p=130982"},"modified":"2025-03-26T17:40:03","modified_gmt":"2025-03-26T21:40:03","slug":"should-pistons-rush-jaden-iveys-return","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/2025\/03\/26\/should-pistons-rush-jaden-iveys-return\/","title":{"rendered":"Should the Pistons Rush Jaden Ivey’s Return to Action?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Detroit Pistons<\/a> played their second straight game without Cade Cunningham<\/a> but didn\u2019t miss a beat, cruising to a dominant 122-96 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. The win marked their 41st of the season, guaranteeing the Pistons their first non-losing campaign since the 2018-19 season.<\/p>\n

Marcus Sasser<\/a> spearheaded the offensive attack with a career-high 27 points, while Ausar Thompson<\/a> bounced back from a rough two-game stretch<\/a> with 14 points. The Pistons excelled from three, shooting 48% (15\/31), and dominated the paint, outscoring San Antonio 56-35. With their magic number to clinch at least the sixth seed at five<\/a>, excitement is building around this young squad.<\/p>\n

Jaden Ivey\u2019s<\/a> potential return for the Pistons\u2019 playoff push adds to the anticipation. Despite being sidelined since January 1<\/a>, Ivey has steadily progressed in his recovery. While his presence would undoubtedly provide another dynamic weapon, the question remains\u2014should he return this season? With the playoffs on the horizon, the Pistons must weigh the benefits of reintegrating Ivey versus ensuring his long-term health.<\/p>\n