Fontecchio (finger) has been listed as probable for Friday's game against the Nuggets. After missing the last two games for the Pistons, Fontecchio appears to be on track to return to the floor for Detroit in Friday's game against Denver.
Fontecchio will not return to Sunday's game against the Hawks due to a right hand injury, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.
On Thursday, the Pistons' injury situation was revealed for Friday night's 7 p.m. tipoff against Nikola Jokic and the 2023 NBA champions, with three key players including one stellar outside shooter and two athletic sparkplugs all expected to lend their talents.
Detroit hosts Boston aiming to continue its seven-game win streak. Wednesday's matchup is the first this season for the two squads.
NBA analyst Keith Smith says the Detroit Pistons got their priorities in order this offseason and are positioned well going forward.
The Denver Nuggets may be without two of their key role players in Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon for Friday night's matchup with the Detroit Pistons.