Milwaukee Bucks vs Detroit Pistons injury report: Who's playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (April 8, 2026)

The Milwaukee Bucks visit the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on April 8, 2026. This game is about more than just the standings. Detroit comes in with a 57-21 record and already has its playoff spot locked in. Milwaukee is 31-48 and has been eliminated from postseason contention.Even with that difference in record, this matchup still matters. Injuries have changed the rotation for both teams and affected how they play. Detroit is trying to protect important players before the playoffs. Milwaukee is trying to finish the season while missing several regular contributors.Milwaukee is still dealing with several injuries, especially among its big men. Because of that, the team has needed to depend more on bench players and shorter rotations.- Kevin Porter Jr. (SG) - Knee inflammation, out for the season after surgery- Bobby Portis (PF) - Right wrist sprain, expected to miss multiple weeks- Myles Turner (C) - Ankle injury, not expected back before the regular season ends- Kyle Kuzma (PF) - Achilles strain, still rehabbing- Gary Trent Jr. (SG) - Hip contusion, ruled out for this game- Ryan Rollins (PG) - Hip issue, game-time decision- Giannis Antetokounmpo (F) - Lower leg/ankle issue, listed day-to-dayIf the questionable players are available, Milwaukee could use this group:- Backcourt: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Ryan Rollins, AJ Green, Gary Harris, Andre Jackson Jr.- Frontcourt: Ousmane Dieng, Pete Nance, Taurean Prince, Alex Antetokounmpo, Jericho SimsThe coaching staff has recently used a 9-10 man rotation, with Giannis and Dieng playing heavy minutes because of the lack of size inside.Detroit is in better shape overall, but the team is still watching a few important players. The biggest missing piece is its lead guard.- Cade Cunningham (PG/SG) - Still recovering from a collapsed lung, ruled out for at least another week- Duncan Robinson (SF) - Hip strain- Tobias Harris (SF/PF) - Knee soreness, recently played limited minutes- Caris LeVert (SG) - Knee issue, minutes being managedWith Cunningham out, Detroit is expected to use:- Backcourt: Daniss Jenkins, Wendell Moore Jr., Javonte Green- Frontcourt: Jalen Duren, Tobias Harris or Chaz Lanier, Ausar Thompson or Ronald Holland II- Bench support: Bobi Klintman and othersDetroit has stayed competitive without Cunningham by relying on rebounding and physical defense. Jalen Duren has helped carry that load in the paint.Milwaukee and Detroit have already played each other several times this season, and the games have been competitive.Detroit currently leads the season series 2-1. Two of those games were decided by four points or fewer.The season numbers show that both teams win in different ways.Detroit has been better on the boards and stronger on defense. Milwaukee has shot the ball better, especially from three. The top individual numbers show where each team gets its production.Giannis still leads Milwaukee in several major categories. Detroit gets big production from Duren inside, while Cunningham usually runs the offense when healthy.Detroit is not worried much about the standings right now. Since its playoff position is already locked in, the bigger priority is keeping everyone healthy.The team is being cautious with players like Duren and Harris. Games like this also give Detroit a chance to evaluate its bench players and clean up execution before the playoffs begin. Milwaukee is now focused on player development more than wins. If Giannis plays, he will carry most of the pressure again. If he sits, Milwaukee will need more from Ousmane Dieng, Ryan Rollins, and the second unit.This game will likely come down to health and playing style. Detroit has the advantage in depth and size. Milwaukee depends more on shooting and efficiency.Important things to watch:- Giannis Antetokounmpo vs Jalen Duren inside if Giannis plays- Milwaukee’s three-point shooting against Detroit’s defense- Detroit’s rebounding edge against Milwaukee’s thin frontcourtEven with different goals this late in the season, the matchup should stay competitive. Detroit wants to stay ready for the playoffs. Milwaukee is trying to end the year on a better note.