Overview
- Jaden Ivey, who suffered a broken fibula on January 1, 2025, has been cleared to resume controlled basketball activities.
- The Detroit Pistons announced that Ivey will now begin a re-conditioning progression, marking a significant step in his recovery process.
- Ivey's status will be reassessed in two weeks to determine the next steps in his return to full play.
- Before his injury, Ivey was having a career-best season, averaging 17.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game.
- Despite Ivey's absence, the Pistons have turned their season around, improving from a 14-68 record last year to a 43-36 record, with Cade Cunningham stepping into a leading role.