Pistons' Tim Hardaway Jr. exits game with leg injury

Tim Hardaway Jr. of the Detroit Pistons suffered a right leg injury during a game against the Dallas Mavericks, leaving the court after stepping on P.J. Washington's foot. The injury occurred with 6:02 remaining in the second quarter, and Hardaway was unable to return to the game. This incident marks his first return to Dallas since being traded from the Mavericks last summer, where he received a warm welcome from the crowd. The Pistons, currently holding a 39-31 record, may need to rely more on Malik Beasley in Hardaway's absence. Hardaway has played 66 games this season, averaging approximately 10.4 points per game. His contributions had been valuable in enhancing the team's offensive capabilities alongside Cade Cunningham.