Brandon Knight G FA Sat 10/16/21 2:47 PM
Brandon Knight
G FA
Knight signed a contract with the Knicks in Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Knight wasn't on a roster during the preseason after struggling badly for the Nets in Summer League, where he shot 28.6 percent from the field and had more turnovers than assists. Knight didn't play in the NBA last season, and in his most recent two seasons averaged 7.0 points on 37.0 percent shooting, 2.2 assists and 1.6 rebounds in 18.7 minutes for the Rockets, Cavaliers and Pistons. Considering how deep the Knicks' backcourt is, it would be shocking if Knight was a regular part of the rotation.
Brandon Knight G FA Thu 3/12/20 12:13 AM
Brandon Knight
G FA
Knight (knee) had six points (1-7 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), six assists and five rebounds in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 124-106 loss to the 76ers.
EDGE Analysis
Knight returned to action following a one-game absence with a knee issue and struggled badly from the field. Still, he has earned 30-plus minutes in two of his last three outings and has dished at least six assists in three of his last four.
Brandon Knight G FA Tue 3/10/20 2:33 PM
Brandon Knight
G FA
Knight (knee) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Sixers, Keith Langlois of Pistons.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Knight was held out of Sunday's game with a knee issue, but coach Dwane Casey confirmed Tuesday that the guard will be back to availability Wednesday night. It's unclear if Knight will return to the starting lineup.
Brandon Knight G FA Mon 3/9/20 11:15 AM
Brandon Knight
G FA
Though coach Dwane Casey indicated Knight (knee) would be available in a limited role for Sunday's game against the Knicks, the veteran guard didn't see the court in the Pistons' 96-84 loss.
EDGE Analysis
In Casey's parlance, "limited" must have meant "only in an emergency," as Knight was withheld from action in the second half of the back-to-back set with a sore left knee. Considering that Knight was questionable prior to Saturday's 111-105 loss to the Jazz, the Pistons were probably wise to act cautiously. Knight should have a better chance at seeing action Wednesday in Philadelphia, though it's unclear whether he'll take back the starting point guard job from Bruce Brown, who was effective in Knight's stead Sunday (16 points, six assists and four rebounds in 37 minutes).
Brandon Knight G FA Sun 3/8/20 7:02 PM
Brandon Knight
G FA
Knight (knee) will be available Sunday against the Knicks, but he'll have a minutes limit, Keith Langlois of Pistons.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Knight is battling a sore knee, and while he'll be available, he'll move to the bench and only be cleared for limited action. Dwane Casey did not specific how many minutes he expects Knight to play.
Brandon Knight G FA Sun 3/8/20 2:07 PM
Brandon Knight
G FA
Knight is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Knicks with a right hamstring strain.
EDGE Analysis
A sore left knee put Knight's status in question in advance of Saturday's game against the Jazz, but he proceeded to start at point guard in the 111-105 loss, finishing with 13 points (3-9 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one block in 29 minutes. The veteran guard apparently came out of that contest with a new injury in tow, and given his shaky health history, it wouldn't be surprising if the Pistons erred on the side of caution and withheld Knight from action in the second half of the back-to-back set. If Knight is sidelined, Bruce Brown and Jordan McRae could take on most of the ball-handling responsibilities.
Brandon Knight G FA Sat 3/7/20 6:46 PM
Brandon Knight
G FA
Knight (knee) is starting Saturday's game against the Jazz, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
The 28-year-old was probable with left knee soreness, so it's no surprise he'll be suiting up. Knight made his first start of the season Wednesday against the Thunder in place of Derrick Rose (ankle) and delivered 18 points, seven assists, two rebounds and two steals in 38 minutes.
Brandon Knight G FA Fri 3/6/20 5:48 PM
Brandon Knight
G FA
Knight is probable for Saturday's contest against the Jazz due to left knee soreness.
EDGE Analysis
Knight played a season-high 38 minutes during the Pistons' most recent contest, so that may be where the knee soreness is stemming from. Across the past five games, he's averaging 16.4 points, 5.4 assists and 2.2 rebounds in 26.6 minutes.
Brandon Knight G FA Wed 3/4/20 11:18 PM
Brandon Knight
G FA
Knight (quadriceps) had 18 points (6-15 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven assists, two rebounds and two steals in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 114-107 loss to the Thunder.
EDGE Analysis
Knight (quadriceps) had been listed as questionable but was able to give it a go. He saw heavy minutes with Bruce Brown (knee), Derrick Rose (ankle) and Luke Kennard (knee) all sidelined, and while Brown may return soon, Rose and Kennard aren't expected to be back quite as quickly. As such, Knight could continue receiving decent minutes so long as he can stay healthy. Moreover, Knight has scored in double figures in five straight games and has handed out seven assists in consecutive contests.
Brandon Knight G FA Wed 3/4/20 6:39 PM
Brandon Knight
G FA
Knight (quadriceps) is starting Wednesday against the Thunder, Rod Beard of The Detroit News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Knight picked up a quad injury earlier in the week but won't be forced to miss any time as a result. With Derrick Rose (ankle) unavailable, Knight will draw his first start of the season Wednesday. Over his last five games, he's averaging 12.8 points, 4.4 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 21.4 minutes.