Paul Reed erupts for 22 points, 9 rebounds in Pistons' loss to Knicks

Fantasy basketball: Reed's season-high 22 points on efficient shooting and expanded 26-minute role make him a speculative add heading into the Pistons' final…

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · October 28, 2026

Paul Reed posted 22 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, 1 block and 1 three on 9-of-12 shooting and 3-of-4 from the line over 26 minutes as a starter in the Pistons' 111-97 loss to the Knicks on Tuesday, October 27.

The line produced 44.3 fantasy points against 19.5 a game over last season (65 games), driven by far more minutes and shot attempts than his typical output. Reed's 18.9 per cent usage rate at 65.5 per cent true shooting this season keeps him playable in nine-category leagues when he sees expanded run, and his ability to contribute across multiple categories makes him a solid option in points formats where he projects to 27 fantasy points a game.

Fantasy impact

Player by player

Paul Reed

Reed's 22 points was higher than his 7.8 a game over last season (65 games), when he averaged just 13.9 minutes and started only 17 per cent of the time. His 26 minutes on Tuesday was higher than earlier this season, and his nine field-goal attempts were double his typical volume. The efficiency remained strong, with his 75.0 per cent mark from the floor well above his 61.7 per cent last season, and he added a three-pointer on one attempt.

Through four games this season, Reed is averaging 13.8 points, 8.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 23.0 minutes a game while starting 33 per cent of the time. His rebounding and rim protection give him nine-category appeal when the minutes are there, and his ability to shoot 65.5 per cent from the field keeps his scoring efficient. Detroit has one game left this week, on Tuesday, before playing no games next week.

What to do

• Add Reed in deep leagues where his rebounding, defensive stats and efficient scoring fit a need, especially with one game left this week.

• Start Reed on Tuesday if you need help in rebounds, blocks or field-goal percentage.

• Monitor Reed's minutes moving forward to see if this expanded role holds beyond the current game.

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