Spencer Dinwiddie, who made a surprise appearance in Wednesday's season opener, was a Coach's Decision - DNP in Thursday's loss to the Timberwolves.

Dinwiddie, who made a surprise appearance in Wednesday's season opener, was a Coach's Decision - DNP in Thursday's loss to the Timberwolves.

Analysis:

The Pistons were cautious with Dinwiddie all summer, as the team wanted to ease him back from an ACL tear he suffered in college last season. The rookie point guard progressed quickly enough to make an appearance in the preseason, but it was still a surprise to see him crack the rotation and play seven minutes Wednesday against the Nuggets. While the Pistons remain high on Dinwiddie's long-term outlook, his position near the end of the pine in Thursday's loss is expected to be the norm this season.