Detroit Pistons assistant coach Bill Bayno underwent prostate cancer surgery on Tuesday, sidelining him for the next four-to-six weeks to recover.
As such, the Pistons delivered a warming present before he takes a leave, as they won their opener against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday.
“I’m disappointed to miss the beginning of the season with the team, but obviously want to take care of my body and I thank Dr. Craig Rogers and his colleagues who are putting me on a solid path to recovery,” Bayno said in a statement, per Omari Sankofa II, Detroit Free Press. “Once I’ve recovered and get the okay from doctors taking care of me – I look forward to getting back on the bench and supporting our Pistons family that has been so great to me.”
Prior to filling his significant coaching staff role under Dwane Casey in 2021, Bayno served as an assistant for the Indiana Pacers (2016-21), Toronto Raptors (2013-15), Minnesota Timberwolves (2011-13), and Portland Trail Blazers (2005-08, 2009-11) in the NBA. He was also a former collegiate head coach for Loyola Marymount (2008-2009) and UNLV (1995-2000).
The Pistons will look to continue their winning mark as they face the Indiana Pacers on Saturday.
