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Jalen Duren News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28

Jalen Duren’s contract demands have been revealed

Jalen Duren is in a contract standoff with the Detroit Pistons, and now we know why. Duren is demanding roughly $40 million per year, or 25 percent of the salary cap, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.

Trey Murphy News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 27

What It Will Take for Detroit Pistons To Land Trey Murphy III

The 2026 NBA Draft is in the rear-view mirror for the Detroit Pistons, and the franchise now shifts its attention to one of its most important free agency periods in recent memory.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 27

Detroit Pistons Release 2026 Summer League Schedule: Here's What to Know

While attention is currently centered on free agency, the Detroit Pistons officially released their schedule for the 2026 NBA Summer League on Friday.

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Isaiah Joe News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 27

Pistons rumors: Detroit player in question after Isaiah Joe trade

The Detroit Pistons’ acquisition of Isaiah Joe may have created another roster question as the franchise continues reshaping its backcourt ahead of free agency.

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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

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / June 26

Pistons Bet on Isaiah Joe’s Shooting and Stability as he Arrives from OKC

The Detroit Pistons didn’t wait for free agency to start reshaping their roster. They didn’t wait for the market to dictate their options. They didn’t wait for the perfect moment.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

What Austin Reaves’ Lakers deal, Isaiah Stewart trade means for Pistons

As free agency nears, all eyes will be on the Detroit Pistons, who have max cap space entering a season in which they’re expected to contend for an NBA Championship.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / June 26

Pistons announce Summer League schedule

The Detroit Pistons have set the schedule for their first four games of Las Vegas Summer League, which kicks off on July 9. The team will be led by first-round pick Eubuka Okorie, and his offensive skillset seems made in a lab to dominate Summer League competition, so hopefully, we’ll have some enjoyable games to watch.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / June 26

Report: Pistons out on Kawhi, Jaylen Brown, Tyler Herro remain possibilities

The Detroit Pistons are either one of the most aggressive teams in the NBA right now or they simply have so many options in how to reshape their team that rival agents and execs are dropping their name everywhere.

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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.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 26

2 Reasons Why Detroit Pistons Could Be Clearing Cap Space This Offseason

With the 2026 NBA Draft in the books, the Detroit Pistons now face a pivotal free agency period. The expectations among the Pistons' faithful are for Detroit to improve the roster to put the franchise in the best position to win its first NBA championship since 2004.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / June 26

Detroit Pistons Unlikely To Acquire Kawhi Leonard For 1 Key Reason

The Detroit Pistons appear increasingly unlikely to pursue a trade for Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard, as new reporting indicates the forward has no long‑term interest in joining the franchise.

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Isaiah Joe News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / June 26

Detroit Pistons Acquire Isaiah Joe to Address Three‑Point Shooting Needs

The Detroit Pistons have made their first major move of the offseason, acquiring Isaiah Joe from the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for two future second‑round picks, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Isaiah Stewart News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Pistons Add Much-Needed Shooting After Trading Isaiah Stewart

The Detroit Pistons made the second round of the playoffs for the first time since 2008 this year, but they still needed to make changes this summer. They finished 10th out of 16 teams with a 51.2 effective field goal percentage in the playoffs and did not pass 116 points scored in any of their postseason games.

Jalen Duren News / Larry Brown Sports / June 26

Jalen Duren’s future with Pistons is in doubt

The Detroit Pistons’ offseason plans may be changing rapidly as Jalen Duren’s future with the team is in serious doubt. Duren plans to explore sign-and-trade scenarios in free agency after being underwhelmed by the Pistons’ initial contract offer, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

Insider wonders if Pistons will ramp up Jaylen Brown, Kawhi Leonard pursuits amid Jalen Duren dispute

The Detroit Pistons’ contract negotiations with restricted free agent Jalen Duren have taken an unexpected turn, and the standoff could have major implications for the franchise’s offseason plans.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 26

Lakers catch big break with two major free-agency targets

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their offseason by getting one of their most crucial deals done. Now what?

Lakers Free Agent Target Mitchell Robinson ‘Unlikely’ To Return To Knicks

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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / June 26

Detroit Pistons Are Expected To Go Big-Name Hunting in NBA Title Quest

With Isaiah Stewart being traded away from Detroit, it’s rumored that the Pistons could go all out in their quest to go one better than last season. Detroit finished as the No.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 25

Pistons 2026 NBA Draft grades for every pick

The Detroit Pistons surfaced as a rising player in the growing Kawhi Leonard trade rumblings. No trade went down on the two NBA Draft nights involving the Los Angeles Clippers star.

J.B. Bickerstaff News / EssentiallySports / June 25

'Slap in the Face': Coaches Association President J.B. Bickerstaff Slams Blazers Owner’s Treatment of New HC

Once again, the Portland Trail Blazers’ new ownership has left the NBA world shaken with bizarre frugality. This time, Tom Dundon has landed on the bad side of the National Basketball Coaches Association (NBCA).