Milwaukee, Nov. 23, 2025 — Jaden Ivey logged his first regular-season minutes since Jan. 1 and helped Detroit earn its 12th consecutive victory, a 129-116 decision over the Bucks on Saturday night.
The second-year guard, limited to 15 minutes after recovering from a fractured left fibula and subsequent right knee surgery, scored 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting. “We’re just happy to have him back,” head coach J.B. Bickerstaff said. “This was a celebration of his journey to get back on the court.”
All 13 available Pistons appeared, with 11 playing at least 13 minutes. Bickerstaff said he plans to keep a 12-man rotation, giving players first-half opportunities before tightening lineups after intermission.
Pistons Evaluate Trade Timing
At 14-2 and leading the Eastern Conference, Detroit remains well below the luxury-tax line. Salary-cap analyst Yossi Gozlan (The Third Apron) wrote that, despite ample flexibility, the club is more likely to pursue a marquee deal in the 2026 offseason than before February’s trade deadline.
George Provides Stability in Philadelphia
Paul George produced 21 points and five rebounds in 25 minutes during Philadelphia’s win Thursday, his second game since knee surgery. While acknowledging his conditioning is still building, the forward said he wants to “make the game easy” for guard Tyrese Maxey, who is averaging heavy minutes for the 12-4 Sixers.
Carter’s Two-Way Impact in Orlando
Magic starting center Wendell Carter Jr. is averaging 12.3 points and 7.4 rebounds while shooting .530 from the field, .458 from three and .797 at the line. “Whether it’s rebounding or defensive positioning, that’s stuff that maybe goes unnoticed,” rookie teammate Tristan Da Silva said.
Cavaliers Welcome Garland, Tyson Back
Darius Garland (toe) and rookie wing Jaylon Tyson (concussion) returned Friday after five-game absences, each on roughly 30-minute restrictions. Cleveland will still be shorthanded Sunday against the Clippers: center Jarrett Allen (finger) will miss a second straight contest, and guard Craig Porter Jr. is out with a left hamstring strain.
Source: HoopsRumors
