Harris will be waived by the Pistons on Thursday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
Harris averaged over 20 minutes per game across the seven seasons prior to the 2023-24 campaign, but he wasn't a consistent part of the Pistons' rotation after being traded to the team during the offseason. He'll now be let go by Detroit and will be free to sign with a contender if he clears waivers. It wouldn't be surprising to see Harris carve out more consistent playing time if he agrees to terms with another team to close out the year.
Harris (shoulder) missed his lone field-goal attempt and recorded a blocked shot in four minutes in Friday's 123-91 loss to the Magic.
Harris checked into the game with 3:34 left in the first period and stayed in the game for the remainder of the quarter, but he didn't see any action thereafter. The fact that the game turned into a blowout in the second half may have prompted head coach Monty Williams to stay away from Harris, but the 32-year-old doesn't look as though he'll be in store for a major role in any case even though he's now made his way back from the right shoulder strain that had sidelined him for the previous 14 games. Harris will primarily be vying with Alec Burks, Isaiah Livers, Jaden Ivey, Ausar Thompson and Marcus Sasser for reserve minutes on the wing.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Returning to action
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Harris (shoulder) is available for Friday's game versus the Magic.
Harris missed the previous 14 games with a right shoulder strain but has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday. However, the veteran forward will likely be on a minute restriction following his lengthy absence.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Iffy for Friday
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Harris (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Magic.
Harris will hasn't played since Nov. 5 due to a right shoulder strain. However, the veteran forward's upgraded status is a good sign that he is nearing a return.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Officially ruled out
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Harris (shoulder) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Grizzlies.
Harris' absence streak will extend to 15 games Wednesday after being downgraded from doubtful to out with a right shoulder sprain. The veteran forward's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Orlando.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Unlikely to play Wednesday
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Harris (shoulder) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
While Harris will likely miss a 14th straight game, his doubtful designation is a sign of progress, as it's the first time he's listed as something other than out since suffering the right shoulder sprain. Following Wednesday's contest, Detroit will head to Orlando for a matchup Friday.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Remains out
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Harris (shoulder) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers.
Harris will miss a 13th straight game due to a right shoulder sprain. It's unclear when he'll be able to suit up again, but his next chance will arrive Wednesday versus Memphis.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Still out
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Harris (shoulder) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Knicks.
Harris' absence streak will extend to 12 games Thursday due to a right shoulder sprain. There is no current timetable for his return.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Remains sidelined
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Harris (shoulder) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Lakers.
Harris will miss his 11th straight game Wednesday due to a right shoulder sprain. His next chance to suit up is Thursday's matchup with the Knicks.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Remains out
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Harris (shoulder) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against Washington.
Harris' absence will extend to 10 games. The team hasn't released an update since Nov. 7, when they said the veteran sharpshooter would miss 10-to-14 days with a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Out again Friday
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Harris (shoulder) will not play in Friday's game against the Pacers.
This will be the ninth straight game on the shelf for Harris, and it's unclear if he'll be ready in time for Monday's game against the Wizards.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Still out
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Harris (shoulder) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nuggets.
Harris will miss an eighth straight game due to a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder. He is due to another evaluation soon but can be considered doubtful, at best, for Friday's matchup in Indiana.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Remains out Sunday
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Harris (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raptors.
The veteran forward was expected to be in the mix to return around late November, but he's not yet cleared to suit up. Harris' next chance to play will come against Denver on Monday.
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Pistons' Joe Harris: Out at least 10 days
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Harris was diagnosed with a sprained AC joint in his right shoulder Tuesday and will be re-evaluated in 10-to-14 days, Keith Langlois of the Pistons' official site reports.
Harris has already been ruled out Wednesday but will be headed toward a more lengthy absence due to his shoulder injury. The veteran forward could be in the mix to return around late November.
