Speaking on Tuesday to reporters, including Omari Sankofa II of The Detroit Free Press (Twitter links), Pistons general manager Trajan Langdon said he doesn’t anticipate that the team will do anything too drastic in free agency or on the trade market this summer after improving its record by 30 wins in 2024/25. The second-year GM suggested the Pistons are more likely to focus … [Read more...] about Langdon: Pistons Unlikely To Be ‘Super Aggressive’ This Offseason
Fischer’s Latest: Kuminga, Grimes, Grizzlies, Nets
The Bulls expressed interest in Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga during past trade talks and could be a candidate for a sign-and-trade deal to land the restricted free agent, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link). Sources tell Stein that Chicago inquired about Kuminga during discussions that involved Alex Caruso, Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic. Fischer … [Read more...] about Fischer’s Latest: Kuminga, Grimes, Grizzlies, Nets
Central Notes: Williams, Cavs, Pistons, Giannis, Bucks, Cavs
The Cavaliers have hired Jawad Williams as an assistant coach on Kenny Atkinson‘s staff, according to Chris Fedor of Cleveland.com. Cleveland’s interest in Williams was reported earlier this week. Williams has been an assistant and director of player development with the Kings for two seasons. The Cavaliers need to retool their staff after the departures of Bryan Tibaldi … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Williams, Cavs, Pistons, Giannis, Bucks, Cavs
Central Notes: Pistons Approach, Pistons Draft, Portis, Buzelis
The Magic traded major assets to acquire Desmond Bane. Should the Pistons make a similar move at this stage? According to Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press (subscription required), Detroit may be more patient because of its financial situation. As Sankofa points out, Orlando has already signed multiple players to big extensions, which will lead to a large payroll … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Pistons Approach, Pistons Draft, Portis, Buzelis
Pistons Notes: Harris, Offseason, Draft Workouts
Tobias Harris was an unsung hero for the Pistons and their staggering single-season turnaround, writes Keith Langlois for NBA.com. Following an unceremonious departure from the Sixers, Harris’ second stint in Detroit helped unlock things for the young team, both on and off the court. “His leadership is big-time,” Cade Cunningham said. “It’s not always vocal – most of the time … [Read more...] about Pistons Notes: Harris, Offseason, Draft Workouts