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The Pistons Lineup They Should Use More Next Season (And One To Avoid)

There are some intriguing lineups that the Detroit Pistons can utilize ahead of the new NBA season, with different styles of play compared to last season.

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Jalen Duren, Bruce Brown Among Top Remaining Free Agents

The list of 2026 NBA free agents has been culled pretty thin. Only one player — restricted free agent center Jalen Duren, who came in at No. 1 — remains unsigned from our list of the top 50 free agents for the 2026/27 season.

Jalen Duren News / TWSN / September 6

What Will the Detroit Pistons Do With Jalen Duren?

The Detroit Pistons are fresh off their first 60 win season in 20 years after going 60-22 and finishing as the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference. The Pistons young core has All-NBA guard Cade Cunningham at the center, with key pieces built around him.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 5

Draymond Green Warns Jalen Duren About Leaving Pistons With Jonathan Kuminga Example

It has been over two months now since free agency began, but there is still no resolution on restricted free agent Jalen Duren’s future. Duren and the Detroit Pistons haven’t been able to agree on a long-term deal, and Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green had a warning for the big man on the latest episode of The Draymond Green Show.

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The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / September 5

Best Second Round Draft Picks in Detroit Pistons History

Over the years, NBA franchises have selected several gems in the second round. Several teams have been fortunate enough to draft a player with their second-round pick who even changed the trajectory of their franchise.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Detroit Pistons News / Viral Sports News / September 5

Former Detroit Pistons Forward Has Reportedly Died

Cornelius Cash Jr., who spent a brief stretch of his professional career in a Detroit Pistons uniform after starring at Bowling Green, died Aug. 31 in his hometown.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / September 4

3 Detroit Pistons Players Whose Roles Could Change Most This Season

When the Detroit Pistons tip off the 2026-27 NBA season on Oct. 20 at Little Caesars Arena against the Boston Celtics, their roster will feature some returning faces and new additions. Fresh off an impressive 2025-26 season that saw them finish as the Eastern Conference’s No.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / September 4

The Pindown: Ranking the East

After a summer of crazy moves and unexpected turns across the NBA, the Pistons generally played it cool. But how do they stack up? The guys go spot by spot to rank the Eastern Conference, finding out where a lack of change has been misconstrued as a lack of improvement, or if the angst is legit!

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / September 4

Best- and Worst-Case Scenarios for Detroit Pistons This Season

Training camp is almost here for the Detroit Pistons as they begin their first preparations for the 2026-27 NBA season and their third year under coach J.B.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 3

How Amen Thompson’s $208 million contract will impact Jalen Duren, Ausar Thompson

Recently, Houston Rockets star Amen Thompson signed a new contract extension with the franchise worth $208 million over the next five years. The news comes as multiple other players around the league hope for new deals of their own, including Thompson’s twin brother, Detroit Pistons wing Ausar Thompson.

Jalen Duren News / Larry Brown Sports / September 4

One new potential suitor has emerged for Jalen Duren

The Detroit Pistons might end up being an unexpected loser of the Kawhi Leonard scandal. The LA Clippers have now emerged as a potential new suitor for Pistons center Jalen Duren in 2027, Sam Quinn of CBS Sports reported on Friday.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / September 3

Pistons Salary Cap Breakdown: Payroll, Tax Position, and Future Flexibility

While Jalen Duren’s potential contract extension still looms large heading into September, the Detroit Pistons roster is pretty much set for the 2026-27 NBA season.

Detroit Pistons News / HITC / September 3

‘Under consideration’ – Pistons executive gives update on name for new Detroit WNBA team

Detroit’s new WNBA franchise hasn’t officially named its team yet, but ownership isn’t ruling out a return of the beloved Detroit Shock brand. Detroit’s return to the WNBA in 2029 marks a step in the league’s drive toward an 18-team footprint.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 2

NBA Notes: Pistons, Paul Reed, Timberwolves, Heat, Nick Richards

Paul Reed isn’t going anywhere. The Pistons have fully guaranteed Reed’s $5.6 million salary for the 2026-27 season, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line and Bleacher Report reported.

Paul Reed News / Hoops Rumors / September 2

Pistons Guarantee Paul Reed’s 2026/27 Salary

The Pistons have fully guaranteed Paul Reed’s salary for the 2026/27 season, reports Jake Fischer of The Stein Line and Bleacher Report (Twitter link).

Jalen Duren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 2

Pistons make center move, but it’s not a new Jalen Duren contract

The Detroit Pistons have had questions surrounding their center position this offseason, with Jalen Duren headlining the conversations as he looks to secure a max contract extension.

Detroit Pistons News / EssentiallySports / September 2

Jalen Duren Warned of Ending Up Like Jonathan Kuminga After Pistons’ Hefty Contract Offer Emerges

Jalen Duren has a massive payday sitting on the table. He also has a massive gamble staring him in the face. ESPN’s Tim McMahon previously described the negotiations as “an awfully nasty negotiation” and warned that the situation could have “long-lasting consequences.” Now, McMahon has shed more light on just how far apart the two sides remain.

Jalen Duren News / Yardbarker / September 2

Jalen Duren isn't going anywhere

The Detroit Pistons still haven't worked out a contract with restricted free agent Jalen Duren. That won't mean he won't be a Piston when the season begins.

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Jalen Duren News / Larry Brown Sports / September 1

Report reveals how far apart Jalen Duren and the Pistons are

Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons still have a gap to bridge but not as big of one as you might think. The restricted free agent center Duren is roughly $5 million apart from the Pistons in their ongoing contract talks.

Jalen Duren News / Hoops Wire / September 2

Pistons want Jalen Duren back, but apparently not at his price

Jalen Duren was a valuable part of the Pistons’ breakout season, and the Pistons want him back. That’s about all we know. Everything else about Duren’s restricted free agency remains largely a mystery, with training camp just a little more than a month away.