The NBA community mourned the loss of Bill Walton on May 27, 2024, a 2x All-Star and 2x NBA champion who led the Portland Trail Blazers to their only NBA championship in 1977. His blend of skill and charisma made him a beloved figure in the NBA. On June 12, 2024, another legend, Jerry West, passed away at 86. West was a basketball icon and a successful executive, winning eight … [Read more...] about How Jerry West Helped Shape The Current Day Detroit Pistons
Pistons President Signals New Direction For Front Office With Hires
In a move that surprised no one after taking the helm, new Pistons president of basketball operations, Trajan Langdon, has swiftly reshaped the team’s front office. Today, Langdon officially named Michael Blackstone, the executive vice president of basketball operations. Blackstone, who previously teamed up with Langdon with the New Orleans Pelicans as VP of Basketball … [Read more...] about Pistons President Signals New Direction For Front Office With Hires
From First to Worst: Detroit Pistons’ Most Hyped Draft Flops
With just over two weeks remaining until the NBA draft, the Detroit Pistons are in a familiar position: picking at number five. Over the past 25 years, the Pistons have had their fair share of hits and misses in the draft. This year’s pick would extend their longest lottery streak since 2010-2014. The current NBA landscape is ripe with the potential impact of various draft … [Read more...] about From First to Worst: Detroit Pistons’ Most Hyped Draft Flops
Pistons’ Rising Star: On The Verge Of A Lucrative Extension
The Detroit Pistons are poised to offer Cade Cunningham a lucrative rookie extension this summer. Despite missing 70 games in his sophomore season, Cunningham returned triumphantly. In 62 games last season, he averaged 22.7 points, 7.5 assists, and 4.3 rebounds with shooting splits of 44/35/86%. His overall shooting and playmaking showed marked improvement. Although the Pistons … [Read more...] about Pistons’ Rising Star: On The Verge Of A Lucrative Extension
Pistons Free Agency Rumors: Should Detroit Sign 25-Year-Old?
The Detroit Pistons are reportedly eyeing Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton, a move that could significantly bolster their frontcourt. Claxton, who played 71 games last season, posted impressive stats with 11.8 points, 9.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 2.1 blocks per game on 63% shooting. His addition could provide the Pistons with one of the strongest center rotations in the … [Read more...] about Pistons Free Agency Rumors: Should Detroit Sign 25-Year-Old?