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A double-digit scorer in three of his last four games, Thompson has also recorded four complete stat lines during this stretch. Over his last four, the Pistons’ wing has averaged 7.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 2.8 steals and 1.8 blocks while shooting nearly 70 percent from the field. Thompson may not bring much value to the table in points and three-pointers, but the ability to fill the stat line preserves his category league value.

The good news for Cunningham managers is that he recorded 14 assists, the most in a game for him since January 19, when he hit that number in a win over the Celtics. The Pistons’ point guard has reached double figures in assists in six of his last seven games. The negatives on Tuesday were the shooting and the turnovers, with Cunningham shooting 25 percent from the field and turning the ball over five times. Nights like Tuesday haven’t been the norm for the MVP candidate, so fantasy managers should not be overly concerned.

After totaling eight points on 3-of-11 shooting in games against the Spurs and Thunder to begin Week 18, Harris has reached double figures in three straight. He provided little value outside of points and rebounds on Tuesday, but the good news for fantasy managers is that the percentages were in a good place. The Pistons end Week 19 with three games over the final four days, starting with the Spurs on Thursday.

Since returning from his four-game suspension, Duren has recorded a double-double in six consecutive games. He had an excellent night against the Cavaliers, shooting 70 percent from the field and just over 70 percent from the foul line. Duren’s production outside of points and rebounds on Tuesday was limited, but fantasy managers won’t be too concerned, given his production throughout the season.

Duren had at least 25 points and at least 13 rebounds in four consecutive games entering play Sunday. While the 22-year-old center’s numbers weren’t quite that good, they were still good enough for a double-double. Duren has provided first-round per game value over the last two weeks.

Harris scored at least 20 points for the first time since January 27 against the Nuggets. His 23 points were second only to Cade Cunningham on the Pistons. Harris has provided 10th-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster.

Cunningham continues to power the Pistons’ offense this season. The 24-year-old point guard was +14 in 37 minutes. Cunningham has provided third overall per game value over the last two weeks. The Pistons have three games in the upcoming week, starting with a matchup against the Cavaliers on Tuesday.

While he wasn’t all that impactful as a scorer, Harris proved to be an asset in other ways in Friday’s overtime victory. While solid in the rebound and assist categories, the veteran forward racked up a career-high six steals. And it was Harris’ defense on Evan Mobley in the final seconds of overtime that preserved Detroit’s three-point victory. Due to the emergence of other players on the roster, Harris’ fantasy value has taken a hit, but he remains a key figure for the Pistons.

Thompson has responded well since being benched for the second half of Monday’s loss to the Spurs. After scoring 11 points and recording seven assists, three steals and two blocks in Wednesday’s win over the Thunder, he put up another solid stat line against the Cavaliers. Thompson shot 70 percent from the field, reaching double figures in attempts for the second time in February. Ausar isn’t a prolific scorer, but the Pistons can’t afford for him to be as passive as he was in the first half of Monday’s loss to the Spurs. Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff sent his young wing a message, and he’s responded the right way.

Having earned his first All-Star Game selection this season, Duren has been outstanding for the team with the NBA’s best record. He extended his double-double streak to four games in Friday’s overtime victory, with the 33 points matching Duren’s season-high. The Pistons end Week 18 with a road game against the Magic on Sunday.