Kevin Huerter Injury Status Update for April 8th, 2026
Kevin Huerter of the Pistons has been ruled out and will not play today. Kevin was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 13th game Kevin has missed this season.
Kevin Huerter Season Averages
Kevin's absence leaves a significant hole in the Pistons rotation. Across 66 games this season, he's averaging 9.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game while playing 22.4 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.4 | 9.9 | 3.5 | 2.6 | 8.6 |
Pistons Performance With & Without Kevin Huerter
The numbers tell a clear story about Kevin's value to the Pistons. With Kevin in the lineup this season, the team is 14-8. Without him, they've gone 43-14. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (116.0 vs 119.2), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 14-8 | 43-14 | — |
| Off Rating | 119.2 | 116.0 | -3.2 |
| Def Rating | 110.1 | 108.3 | -1.8 |
| Net Rating | 9.0 | 7.7 | -1.4 |
| PPG | 117.1 | 117.4 | +0.3 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Kevin Huerter?
When Kevin sits, other Pistons players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Cade Cunningham and Wendell Moore Jr. stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Kevin has been out this season, Cade Cunningham has averaged 4.1 additional field goal attempts.
FGA: +4.1
When Kevin has been out this season, Wendell Moore Jr. has averaged 8.7 extra minutes.
MPG: +8.7
Kevin Huerter Betting Trends
For bettors, Kevin's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Pistons's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Kevin has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Huerter) Pistons ML: 39-13 (+19.0u, -169 avg. line) Ausar Thompson PTS UNDER: 33-16 (+14.9u, 11.2 / -112 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Kevin Huerter's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
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We'll continue to monitor Kevin's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Pistons.