Ronald

Holland

Holland was one of seven Pistons to score in double figures on Wednesday, with the 18 points being the most he’s scored in a game since the season opener against Orlando (19). With Detroit knowing that it will be the top seed in the East when the playoffs begin next weekend, there may be additional opportunities for Holland to score in the team’s final two regular-season games. If so, he may offer added value to those competing in active fantasy leagues.

Harris suffered a left knee contusion during the first quarter of Thursday’s win over the Timberwolves and did not return. If he’s unable to play, Javonte Green and Ron Holland are potential replacements in the starting lineup. Green started the third quarter of Thursday’s game, likely an indication of who would be head coach JB Bickerstaff’s pick.

Harris played just six minutes before exiting Thursday’s game. Due to a left knee contusion suffered while converting a layup over Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert, the veteran forward is done for the night. More minutes will be available to Javonte Green and Ron Holland.

After totaling six points in his last three appearances, Holland more than doubled that tally on Saturday. The 13 points were the most he’s scored in a game since March 12, when the second-year wing scored 15 in a win over the 76ers. Another positive regarding Holland’s performance was the defensive production, as he recorded four “stocks.” Before Saturday, he last hit that number during a January 5 blowout of the Knicks. Holland is not a must-add player going into Detroit’s four-game Week 23, but he could have added value early on due to the back-to-back on Monday and Tuesday.

Harris was initially questionable ahead of Thursday’s win over the Thunder, a game in which he played 26 minutes. If he can’t play against the Timberwolves, Javonte Green and Ron Holland would likely see their opportunities increase.

Thompson played through the ankle injury on Thursday but could end up missing this game. Ron Holland would likely be next in line to step into a starting spot, though with Tobias Harris and Jalen Duren questionable as well, there could be multiple open places in the starting frontcourt.

Harris played in Wednesday’s loss to the Hawks, a game he was initially listed as probable for. Thursday’s questionable tag means there’s a better chance the veteran forward won’t play. If Harris sits, Javonte Green and Ron Holland are potential replacements in the starting lineup. Green is probable with a sprained ankle.

Green has been playing a role on the wing off the bench for Detroit as of late, so his potential absence will open up extra minutes. Ron Holland should take on a larger role if Green is unavailable.

Harris is dealing with a hip injury, and his absence opens up a spot in the starting lineup. Ron Holland is a potential replacement and would be worth streaming in deep leagues given the opportunity and matchup.

Injured during Thursday’s loss to the Spurs, Thompson has not appeared in a game since. Marcus Sasser has moved into the starting lineup, but Thompson’s absence has also resulted in more minutes for Ron Holland II. Holland offers a slightly higher short-term fantasy ceiling while the Pistons await Ausar’s return.