The Pistons have used a rookie in their opening-night starting lineup for the past four seasons, but Ron Holland isn’t likely to continue that tradition, Omari Sankofa II of The Detroit Free Press writes in a mailbag column. Holland was a high lottery pick — like Killian Hayes, Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey and Ausar Thompson — but he may not have an opportunity to contribute … [Read more...] about Pistons Notes: Holland, Cap Room, Potapenko, Roster Upgrades
Might Leave Roster Spot Open
The Pistons have an open roster spot but that doesn’t mean they will fill it anytime soon, Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press writes. They could sign one of the better remaining free agents on the market — Tyus Jones, Markelle Fultz, Luke Kennard or Isaac Okoro — but they could just leave the spot open to facilitate a trade where they could acquire more future … [Read more...] about Might Leave Roster Spot Open
Bucks’ Jon Horst Discusses Trent, Wright, Pistons’ Interest, More
In addition to declaring that the Bucks have no interest in trading starting center Brook Lopez, general manager Jon Horst touched on several more topics in a wide-ranging interview with Eric Nehm of The Athletic, expressing no regrets about last fall’s trade for Damian Lillard and conveying optimism about Milwaukee’s chances of being a title contender in 2024/25. Asked by Nehm … [Read more...] about Bucks’ Jon Horst Discusses Trent, Wright, Pistons’ Interest, More
Eastern Notes: Valanciunas, Raptors, Pistons, Langdon
Veteran center Jonas Valanciunas signed a three-year contract with the Wizards worth in excess of $30MM earlier this month, but the hosts of ESPN’s Hoop Collective podcast aren’t expecting the big man to play out that entire deal in D.C. (YouTube link; hat tip to HoopsHype). In fact, Brian Windhorst and Tim Bontemps suggested they wouldn’t be surprised if Valanciunas is playing … [Read more...] about Eastern Notes: Valanciunas, Raptors, Pistons, Langdon
Pistons Add Gianluca Pascucci To Front Office
Gianluca Pascucci has joined the Pistons front office, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Pascucci spent last season as a Bulls scout after a stint as assistant GM with the Timberwolves. He left Minnesota in May 2022 after the organization decided not to pick up its option on his contract. Pistons first-year president of basketball operations Trajan … [Read more...] about Pistons Add Gianluca Pascucci To Front Office