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Will Pistons’ Tobias Harris Face Golden State Warriors on Sunday?

What's the playing status of Tobias Harris for the Detroit Pistons' matchup against the Golden State Warriors?
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Feb 7, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris (12) drives for a shot past Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
Feb 7, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris (12) drives for a shot past Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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Friday marked a big game for the Detroit Pistons this preseason. It was the official debut of Tobias Harris’s second run in a Pistons uniform.

As Detroit paid a visit to the Phoenix Suns for a preseason rematch, Harris was healthy and active after a bout with a COVID-related illness.

Will the trend continue for Harris against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday?

Fortunately for Detroit, they'll get another look at the veteran forward as he's been announced as a starter for the second-straight game.

It’s safe to say Harris impressed the Pistons in his first outing back with the team. He appeared in three quarters, picking up over 25 minutes of playing time. From the field, the veteran forward was efficient by knocking down eight of his 13 shots.

By making two shots from beyond the arc, and going 4-5 from the charity stripe, Harris scored 22 points. He trailed only Cade Cunningham in the scoring department for his team.

Beyond scoring, Harris totaled five rebounds and three assists. Defensively, he had two steals and blocked a shot. He would finish the night as a plus-19 on the court as the Pistons dominated the Suns.

When Detroit entered the 2024 offseason, many reports suggested they had eyes on Harris. Coming off of a long tenure with the Philadelphia 76ers, it was clear Harris was likely to part ways with the organization that signed him long-term in 2019.

The Pistons desired Harris’ services due to his consistent shooting, experience, and vocal leadership. While the Pistons might not be viewed as an Eastern Conference contender, they hope Harris helps them take a big step forward as they are coming off of a 14-win season.

One preseason game won’t be enough to declare Harris a great signing, but his second journey in Detroit is off to a great start.

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JUSTIN GRASSO

Justin Grasso was a credentialed writer and publisher covering the Philadelphia 76ers for Sports Illustrated’s 76ers On SI Network. Grasso got his start in sports media in 2016 with FantasyPros, working the news desk, providing game-by-game player analysis and updates on the Portland Trail Blazers and the Golden State Warriors. By 2017, he joined FanSided’s Philadelphia Eagles site as a staff writer. After spending one season covering the Eagles as a staff writer, Grasso was promoted to become the site’s Co-Editor. For the next two NFL seasons, he covered the Eagles closely before broadening his NFL coverage. For a brief stint, Grasso covered the NFL on a national basis after joining Heavy.com as an NFL news desk writer. In 2019, Grasso joined the 76ers' beat on a part-time basis, stepping into a role with South Jersey’s 97.3 ESPN. Ahead of the 2019-2020 NBA season, he concluded a three-year stint covering the Eagles and joined the Sixers beat full-time. Grasso has covered the 76ers exclusively since then for Sports Illustrated. He is a member of the Pro Basketball Writers Association. Twitter: @JGrasso_ Instagram: @JGrassoMedia

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