Pistons' Chaz Lanier: Hits two three-pointers in win

Lanier recorded eight points (3-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Monday's 137-135 overtime win over the Wizards.

After not being part of the rotation during four of Detroit's past five games, Lanier played 27 minutes Monday and had his best scoring performance of his career. This extended playing time can be attributed to the absences of Ausar Thompson (ankle), Tobias Harris (ankle), Isaiah Stewart (ankle) and Caris LeVert (knee), so once one of the aforementioned players return from their respective injury, Lanier's role is bound to decrease.