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
2025 NBA Offseason Preview: Detroit Pistons
The 2023/24 Pistons were one of the worst teams in NBA history. Detroit lost 28 games in a row in the first half and got off to a 4-39 start en route to a 14-68 overall record, which was the worst single-season mark in the franchise's 76-year existence. The Pistons hadn't won more than 23 games in any of the four years prior to '23/24, but that 14-win showing in a season when … [Read more...] about 2025 NBA Offseason Preview: Detroit Pistons
Draft Workouts: Jazz, Wolves, Kings, Broome
The Jazz are hosting a pre-draft workout on Friday featuring Colorado State wing Nique Clifford, North Carolina wing Drake Powell, Creighton center Ryan Kalkbrenner and Tennessee guard Chaz Lanier, multiple league sources tell Tony Jones of The Athletic (Twitter link). Clifford is the top-ranked prospect of the group, according to ESPN’s big board, coming in at No. 22. Powell … [Read more...] about Draft Workouts: Jazz, Wolves, Kings, Broome
Mavs, Pistons To Play Regular Season Game In Mexico City
The Mavericks and Pistons will play a regular season game in Mexico City on November 1, 2025, the NBA has announced in a press release. The game will take place at Mexico City Arena (aka Arena CDMX). It’s the second straight year in which the NBA’s annual Mexico City game will coincide with local Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations. The Heat and Wizards played in … [Read more...] about Mavs, Pistons To Play Regular Season Game In Mexico City