Hayes registered 11 points (5-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt), six rebounds and five assists over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 107-106 loss to the Thunder.

EDGE Analysis

Hayes got off seven shots in the first quarter but connected on just one of them, which came from beyond the arc, while adding three assists. He seemed to find his shooting rhythm in the second half, however, going 4-of-7 from the field for eight points as Detroit lost its 15th straight. The second-year point guard also chipped in six boards and five assists in the contest and has dished out at least five dimes in every game this month. Though he shot the ball much better in the second half Wednesday, Hayes is now shooting just 32.4 percent from the field over his last three games and 38.4 percent in March.

Hayes provided 21 points (7-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), two rebounds and six assists over 34 minutes during Tuesday's 129-107 loss to the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

It's the second time in the last four games that Hayes has scored at least 20 points, a mark he previously hadn't reached since Jan. 8. Tuesday was the third-year point guard's sixth straight start, a stretch in which he's averaging 15.2 points, 9.2 assists, 2.8 boards and 1.7 steals while shooting 42.4 percent from the floor. The latter number doesn't seem impressive, but it's a big improvement on his career 37.4 percent mark. If Hayes can continue to be at least a mediocre shooter rather than an abysmal one, he becomes a much more intriguing fantasy option.

Hayes chipped in 13 points (6-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, 11 assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Sunday's 112-100 loss to the Heat.

EDGE Analysis

Hayes led all players in Sunday's game in assists, surpassing the double-digit mark while also finishing in double figures in scoring in a double-double performance. Hayes has posted at least 10 points and 10 assists in three of his last five outings.

Hayes racked up 20 points (10-21 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds, seven assists and three steals in 35 minutes during Tuesday's 117-97 loss to the Wizards.

EDGE Analysis

Hayes led the short-handed Pistons in scoring, shots made from the field, assists and steals in Tuesday's loss to Washington. Hayes has surpassed the 20-point mark with five or more assists four times this year and has tallied at least 10 points and five assists in three straight contests.

Hayes ended with 10 points (4-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 assists, two steals and one rebound in 29 minutes during Monday's 117-97 win over the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

The Pistons won for the first time in over a month, and Hayes' second straight double-double was a big part of the successful formula. The third-year point guard has started 11 of Detroit's last 14 games, but his production has been erratic -- he's averaging just 8.0 points, 7.3 assists, 2.9 boards and 1.6 steals while shooting a woeful 30 percent from the floor and 14 percent (6-for-43) from three-point range. Until Hayes' shot improves, his fantasy ceiling will be capped, but he remains much more palatable in points leagues or in category leagues in which managers are punting field-goal percentage.

Hayes finished with 17 points (7-17 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, 13 assists, one block and two steals over 37 minutes during Saturday's 121-115 loss to the Pacers. He also had five turnovers.

EDGE Analysis

Hayes' usage was through the roof with Jaden Ivey (illness) inactive. His 13 dimes matched a season high, and he's averaged a strong 3.33 AST/TO ratio across his last five games. In total, Hayes is averaging 9.2 points, 8.0 assists, 3.6 rebounds and 2.2 steals per game over that span.

Hayes is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Pacers, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hayes moves back to the starting unit with Jaden Ivey (illness) sidelined, and this means he will return to what has been a regular role for him this season. After all, Hayes has started in 41 of his 61 appearances so far. He's averaging 11.0 points and 6.7 assists per game as a starter.

Hayes isn't starting Thursday's game against the Hornets, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hayes has been cleared to return from a two-game absence due to a left hand contusion but will come off the bench Thursday while Rodney McGruder remains in the starting lineup. Hayes has come off the bench in 19 appearances this season and has averaged 6.1 points and 4.1 assists in 21.1 minutes per game during those outings.

Hayes (hand) is available for Thursday's game against the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Hayes missed the last two games with a left hand contusion but was probable ahead of Thursday's matchup, so his status isn't particularly surprising. He'll likely return to the starting lineup while Rodney McGruder comes off the bench. Over Hayes' last nine appearances, he's averaged 7.6 points and 6.6 assists in 28.9 minutes per game.

Hayes (hand) is probable for Thursday's game versus Charlotte.

EDGE Analysis

Hayes is expected to play Thursday after missing the previous two games with a left hand contusion. The 21-year-old guard should reclaim his starting spot from Rodney McGruder.