Killian Hayes scored 23 points in loss to Knicks

Fantasy Impact:

Hayes scored 23.0 points in the Pistons' loss to the Knicks, posting his third game with more than 20.0 points in a game this season. Consistency could be the most significant "antagonist" in the "story" of his career, as he has, on multiple occasions, demonstrated the kind of multi-categorical upside that could bode well for both the Pistons and fantasy managers but has failed to show the consistency required to access and leverage his potential. The team has cycled the roster repeatedly, looking for some consistency in the backcourt, and has demonstrated their confidence and desire for Hayes to be the primary facilitator of their struggling club. His recent production inconsistencies have potentially put him in a wait-and-see position from a fantasy perspective; however, I recommend that you remain active in following his production trends throughout the year, as they have historically increased throughout the season. If he can cultivate the confidence and trust of the team, he could move into must-roster status in most season-long leagues. Hayes can be a streaky value producer, which could add and detract from his fantasy appeal in daily formats, but his upside and price point could be enough to justify his rostering. He has a usage rate of 15.5 percent, a plus-minus of -4.8, and is averaging 26.5 minutes, 9.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, 4.4 assists, 1.2 steals, and 0.7 blocks per game while shooting 42.0 percent from the floor and 30.8 percent from beyond the arc.

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