Sykes generated 15 points (6-15 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 12 assists and a rebound in 33 minutes during Friday's 112-106 loss to Maine.

EDGE Analysis

Sykes scored in double figures for a fourth consecutive game Friday and finished with his first double-double of the regular season. The 29-year-old has had a consistent role for the Cruise this year, and that'll likely continue moving forward.

Sykes totaled 13 points (5-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven assists, five rebounds and a steal in 28 minutes during Thursday's 132-102 loss to Maine.

EDGE Analysis

Although the Cruise fell behind early in Thursday's matchup, Sykes helped propel the team's offense during the blowout loss. He's now scored in double figures in three consecutive matchups and is averaging 11.0 points, 8.8 assists and 3.5 rebounds in 27.6 minutes per game to begin the regular season.

Sykes posted 10 points (4-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and nine assists in 28 minutes during Thursday's 107-105 loss to Capital City.

EDGE Analysis

Sykes wasn't particularly efficient from the floor Thursday, but he still managed to score in double figures. He also tied for the team lead in assists while coming close to his first double-double since Nov. 4.

Sykes (undisclosed) generated four points (1-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight assists, four rebounds and a steal in 23 minutes during Tuesday's 96-88 win over the G League Ignite.

EDGE Analysis

Sykes hadn't taken the court since early November due to an undisclosed injury, but he was back in action off the bench Tuesday. Although he was inefficient from the floor, he led the team in assists during the narrow victory.

The Cruise placed Sykes (undisclosed) on the injured listed Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Sykes hasn't appeared in a game since mid-November, and his placement on the injured list suggests the team doesn't anticipate his return anytime soon. The team acquired Justin Turner in a corresponding move to fill a roster spot.

Sykes didn't play Thursday against the Gold due to an undisclosed injury/illness.

EDGE Analysis

Sykes posted a double-double in 40 minutes during the Cruise's season opener Nov. 4, but he played just seven minutes during Monday's loss to Windy City. It's unclear what issue he's dealing with or when he'll be able to return.

Sykes totaled 20 points (6-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, 11 assists, two steals and a block in 40 minutes during Friday's 113-111 overtime loss to the Charge.

EDGE Analysis

Sykes was let go by the Pistons in mid-September, but he took on a significant role in the G League to begin the 2022-23 campaign. He led the Cruise in playing time during Friday's overtime loss and should continue to handle plenty of work for Motor City.

The Pistons waived Sykes on Sept. 16.

EDGE Analysis

The 28-year-old guard was cut two days after he reached an agreement with the Pistons on an Exhibit 10 deal. Unless Sykes elects to pursue opportunities overseas, the Pistons will retain his G League rights.

The Pistons signed Sykes to an Exhibit 10 deal Wednesday, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sykes will get a shot at competing for a roster spot during training camp, but he faces an uphill battle in a crowded backcourt. The 28-year-old averaged 5.6 points, 1.9 assists and 1.4 rebounds in 17.7 minutes across 32 appearances with the Pacers as a rookie last year.

Sykes was waived by the Pacers on Wednesday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Sykes averaged 5.6 points, 1.9 assists and 1.4 rebounds in 17.7 minutes across 32 appearances this season. In a corresponding move, the Pacers converted Terry Taylor and Duane Washington's two-way deals to multi-year contracts.