The Detroit Pistons are heading into a pivotal Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday, and they may have to do it without one of their key contributors. Shooting guard Kevin Huerter has been listed as doubtful on the team's injury report due to a left adductor strain, marking his sixth consecutive absence.

After taking a commanding 2-0 series lead with a strong home win in Game 2—fueled by standout performances from Cade Cunningham and Tobias Harris—the Pistons now look to seize control on the road. A victory in Cleveland would put them up 3-0, a nearly insurmountable advantage in NBA playoff history.

Huerter's absence, while concerning, isn't new for Detroit. He's been sidelined since the injury flared up, and the team has adjusted accordingly. In his stead, players like Daniss Jenkins, Javonte Green, and Caris LeVert have stepped up with increased roles, providing the depth the Pistons need to keep their momentum rolling.

Fortunately for Detroit, the rest of the roster is healthy and ready to go. With a clean bill of health outside of Huerter, the Pistons have their full complement of stars and role players to challenge the Cavaliers on their home floor.

Game 3 tips off at 3:00 p.m. ET on Saturday, airing on NBC and streaming via Peacock. For Pistons fans, this is a chance to see if their team can push the Cavs to the brink—and perhaps find a new hero off the bench in the process.