Phoenix Suns vs Detroit Pistons injury report: Injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (January 15, 2026)

The Phoenix Suns visit Detroit on January 15, 2026, to face the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. It is a midseason matchup between two teams near the top of their conferences, with injuries likely to influence how the game plays out.Detroit is favored by 6.5 points heading into the game. The Pistons have been steady at home and are close to full strength, while Phoenix arrives with several rotation players listed on the injury report. Both teams have won three of their last four games, keeping the stakes high despite the interconference setting.

Phoenix Suns vs Detroit Pistons Game Context (January 15, 2026)

Detroit is leading the Eastern Conference and continues to separate itself from the rest of the field.

Phoenix remains in control of the Pacific Division but is coming off a loss to Miami. The Suns are still in a strong position overall, but their margin for error is smaller if key players are unavailable.

Phoenix Suns vs Detroit Pistons Injury Report (January 15, 2026)

Detroit’s lineup is expected to be mostly intact. Cade Cunningham is back after missing two games with a right wrist contusion. Jalen Duren is dealing with a right ankle sprain but is expected to play. Tobias Harris, sidelined since December 30 with a left hip sprain, is also likely to return.

Isaiah Stewart is listed as available after recovering from an illness.Phoenix has more uncertainty. Devin Booker is questionable with an ankle injury suffered in the Miami loss. Nigel Hayes-Davis is also questionable with an unspecified issue. Royce O’Neale is probable despite a biceps injury. Jalen Green remains out with a hamstring injury, and Jamaree Bouyea is still in concussion protocol.

Phoenix Suns vs Detroit Pistons Head-to-Head History

Phoenix holds a narrow edge in the all-time regular-season series, leading 75-72 across 147 meetings.

Since 2005, the matchup has been even, with both teams winning 22 games each.

Suns vs Pistons Team Records

Detroit enters the game with a 28-10 record and remains first in the East despite a recent loss to the Clippers. Phoenix sits at either 24-15 or 24-16, depending on the update, and still leads the Pacific Division.

Key Team Comparison

Game Outlook

If Booker does not play, Detroit’s size and ball control could decide the game early. With Cunningham back and the frontcourt healthy, the Pistons are positioned to control rebounds and tempo. Phoenix will need strong bench minutes and efficient shooting to stay close, especially on the road.