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The 2026 NBA Draft has finally arrived, and Detroit Pistons fans will soon find out who the franchise takes with the No. 21 overall pick in the first round.

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Pistons make Jalen Duren restricted free agent

The Pistons have taken the expected first step toward keeping Jalen Duren in Detroit. According to Keith Smith of Spotrac, the Pistons have tendered Duren a qualifying offer, officially making the young center a restricted free agent.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / June 22

Pistons risk losing their heart and soul in rumored Tyler Herro-Giannis trade

The most important player on the Detroit Pistons is undeniably Cade Cunningham. He is now a multitime All-Star, All-NBA player, and a true superstar. It is also clear that Trajan Langdon considers the core players alongside Cade to be Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren.

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The NBA implemented a lottery system beginning with the 1985 draft. Since then, 41 players have gone No. 1 overall. How many of the top overall picks from the NBA's lottery era can you name in five minutes?

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Jalen Duren News / Hoops Rumors / June 22

Jalen Duren receives qualifying offer

The Pistons have tendered a qualifying offer to Jalen Duren, officially making him a restricted free agent, a league source tells Keith Smith of Spotrac (Twitter link).

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Kyrie Irving News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 22

NBA Insider Says Pistons Expressed Real Interest in Kyrie Irving

The Detroit Pistons have shown interest in superstar guard Kyrie Irving, as their hunt for another scorer alongside Cade Cunningham intensifies. With the

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 22

The Two Realistic Detroit Pistons Trade Targets Before NBA Draft

The 2026 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, is set to begin on Tuesday, and many Pistons fans are eager to see what Detroit does with its first-round selection.

Isaiah Stewart News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 20

Don’t Be Surprised if These Pistons Players Get Traded With Isaiah Stewart

Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart could soon be on the move after being placed on the trade block. Three NBA teams have expressed interest in acquiring

Detroit Pistons News / HITC / June 20

Are the Detroit Pistons risking an overreaction to their playoff exit?

Even though Herro would play on the wing, adding him wouldn’t really affect how Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey are used. The two guards would still be key pieces for the Pistons.

Isaiah Stewart News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 20

Pistons rumors: Detroit willing to trade Isaiah Stewart this offseason

The Detroit Pistons appear willing to move veteran big man Isaiah Stewart as the organization prepares for a pivotal offseason centered around roster upgrades and the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

Isaiah Stewart News / Hoops Rumors / June 20

Multiple Teams Reportedly Interested In Isaiah Stewart

After Sam Amick of The Athletic reported that the Pistons have made Isaiah Stewart available in trade discussions, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line takes that rumor a step further in his latest Substack article, citing league sources who say the 25-year-old big man is “bracing” in anticipation of a move out of Detroit.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 19

Pistons Interest in Trey Murphy III and Kyrie Irving Heats Up As NBA Draft Looms

The dreams of the Detroit Pistons adding a co-star for Cade Cunningham this offseason in a trade may be coming true for fans. According to Marc Stein, the Pistons are continuing to explore what are considered to be much harder-to-acquire trade targets, such as Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving and New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III.

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Austin Reaves News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / June 20

Detroit Pistons Emerging as Potential Landing Spot for Austin Reaves

The Detroit Pistons may not be finished upgrading their roster after a breakout 2025-26 season. According to recent reports, the team is expected to pursue Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves if he reaches unrestricted free agency this summer.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19

Pistons rumors: Two intriguing options emerge for Detroit with No. 21 pick

With the Detroit Pistons dealing with an early playoff exit after being the Eastern Conference’s No. 1 seed, the team now looks to the 2026 NBA Draft to hopefully add another impact player.

Isaiah Stewart News / Hoops Wire / June 19

Pistons reportedly making Isaiah Stewart available in trade talks

The Pistons could be looking to shake up their frontcourt. According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, Detroit has made big man Isaiah Stewart available in trade discussions as the offseason gets underway.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 19

Detroit Pistons Reported Trade Targets Line Up Perfectly With Pistons Team Needs

Let the offseason games begin. The Detroit Pistons front office is leading their franchise into the most important offseason in more than a decade. Detroit is coming off of a 60-win regular season and a second-round exit in the playoffs.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA Analysis Network / June 19

The Detroit Pistons are in danger of overreacting to last year’s playoff exit

If Giannis Antetokounmpo gets dealt to the Miami Heat, the headlines write themselves. Giannis and Bam Adebayo. A new East superteam. The end of an era in Milwaukee.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 19

NBA Notes: Pistons, roster, Bulls, Tiago Splitter, Magic

The Pistons may not be saying it outright, but they sure seem to know who they’re building around. Speaking with reporters Thursday, president of basketball

Detroit Pistons News / Total Pro Sports / June 19

Contract Negotiations Between Detroit Pistons and Two Rising Stars Reportedly Aren’t Gaining Momentum

The Detroit Pistons had a weird end to what could have been their best NBA campaign. Showing an incredible display, the Pistons ended their regular season with a 60-22 record.

Malik Beasley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 18

Pistons president makes Malik Beasley admission amid investigation

The Detroit Pistons president had a significant update on their interactions with Malik Beasley amid the NBA’s investigation towards him. Beasley hasn’t been back in the NBA since the end of the 2025 postseason, his last year with the Pistons.

Jalen Duren News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16

Jalen Duren is being linked to two teams in free agency

Jalen Duren returning to the Detroit Pistons might not necessarily be a foregone conclusion. The Pistons center Duren is being linked to the Brooklyn Nets and the Chicago Bulls in free agency this offseason, per a report on Tuesday by John Hollinger of The Athletic.

Austin Reaves News / HITC / June 15

Why Austin Reaves fits the Pistons, but only if the price is right

The Detroit Pistons have a decision to make this summer. With the flexibility to open up cap space, they’re in a position to chase Austin Reaves if he becomes available in free agency.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA Draft on SI / June 12

Detroit Pistons Bolster Offense in Recent 2026 NBA Mock Draft

The Detriot Pistons had a remarkable regular season in 2025-26. J.B. Bickerstaff's squad won 60 games, led by Cade Cunningham, who earned First Team All-NBA honors and finished fifth in MVP voting, as well as Jalen Duren, who enjoyed a breakout campaign and earned Third Team All-NBA recognition.