Jaden Ivey returned to the court for the Detroit Pistons after nearly 11 months, contributing to a victory that extended their winning streak to 12 games. The third-year guard played 15 minutes against the Milwaukee Bucks, scoring 10 points with two assists and a steal. Ivey expressed deep gratitude following his recovery from two surgeries.
Jaden Ivey's long-awaited comeback occurred Saturday night in a game against the Milwaukee Bucks, marking his first regular-season appearance since January 1. The Pistons celebrated the moment by securing a win that pushed their streak to 12 consecutive victories. In his debut back, Ivey tallied 10 points, two assists, one steal, and just one missed shot over 15 minutes of play.
Ivey had endured a challenging recovery period, including a fractured left fibula from last season and right knee surgery in October. Reflecting on the emotional return, he said, “So much gratitude to be out there again.”
Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff praised Ivey's performance and the significance of the occasion. “We’re just happy to have him back,” Bickerstaff told reporters. “This was more celebration of his journey to get back. Fifteen minutes isn’t easy to find a rhythm, but he did all the things we needed.”
Detroit utilized all 13 active players in the contest, showcasing depth. Bickerstaff indicated plans to maintain a 12-man rotation moving forward. “Guys are going to have an opportunity because they’ve earned it,” he said.