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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / August 11
NBA Opening Night begins with a Detroit Pistons afternoon game 
NBA scheduling details are starting to trickle out, and it looks like the Detroit Pistons will be kicking off the season in a big way — by playing in the first game of the season league-wide as part of an opening night triple-header.
NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 11
Detroit Pistons Will Face Boston Celtics on NBA Opening Night
The Detroit Pistons will open the 2026-27 NBA season against the Boston Celtics, per Shams Charania, giving the franchise some major spotlight to begin the new campaign. Detroit will host Boston at Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday, October 20 at 3:00 p.m.
Cade Cunningham News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 11
Exclusive: Cade Cunningham’s $51 million solution to level-up Pistons after 60-win season fell flat in playoffs
Cade Cunningham knows the Detroit Pistons have to reach another level if they’re going to win in the playoffs. The top five MVP candidates had their best
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
Detroit Pistons News / Fadeaway World / August 11
Ausar Thompson’s Standing With Pistons Reportedly Affecting Jalen Duren’s Contract Discussions
Although their postseason run ended in disappointment, the Detroit Pistons‘ performance in the regular season was convincing enough to suggest the team would remain a title contender for years to come.
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.
Jalen Duren News / Larry Brown Sports / August 10
Jalen Duren’s talks with the Pistons are being affected by 1 notable factor
Jalen Duren remains unsigned up to this point of the NBA offseason, and it may have something to do with cold feet on the Detroit Pistons’ end. “A lot” of members of the Pistons organization believe that forward Ausar Thompson is their second-best player rather than Duren, Vincent Goodwill of ESPN reported on Monday.
Isaiah Joe News / TWSN / August 10
The Detroit Pistons Have Found the NBA Offseason’s Biggest Bargain
While the Detroit Pistons didn't make any large moves this offseason, they made an overlooked move that could end up being one of the most impactful ones.
DeMar DeRozan News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 10
Pros and Cons of Pistons Pursuing DeMar DeRozan in Free Agency
While the start of the 2026-27 NBA season is on the horizon, there is still time for the Detroit Pistons and general manager Trajan Langdon to make more moves in free agency this offseason.
Cade Cunningham News / Kicks on SI / August 10
Cade Cunningham Talks Thorne Campaign and Signature Nike Shoe
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham would not be an All-NBA player and a signature Nike athlete without proving himself on the court. For Cunningham, Thorne has played a major role throughout his career.
Jalen Duren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 10
Pistons’ Jalen Duren is back in the lab amid contract uncertainty
Over a month has passed since the NBA’s free agency period began, and Jalen Duren, coming off a season in which he made the All-NBA Third Team, remains a free agent.
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.
Jalen Duren News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 9
The Biggest Question the Detroit Pistons Still Haven’t Answered This Offseason
The Detroit Pistons' ongoing dispute with star center Jalen Duren over his potential contract extension has dominated headlines this offseason. Many Pistons fans, already disappointed by general manager Trajan Langdon’s lack of aggression this offseason, have been left even more frustrated over the dispute with Duren.
Jalen Duren News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 8
3 Jalen Duren Trades That Could Actually Improve Pistons
With such a wide gap in contract talks between the Detroit Pistons and Jalen Duren, there are solutions out there that could end one of the most drawn-out negotiations this offseason.
Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 8
Early Look at Detroit Pistons Starters, Bench For 2026-27 NBA Season
It’s hard to believe, but the 2026-27 NBA season is just around the corner. The Detroit Pistons aim to build on a 2025-26 season that featured them earning 60 regular-season wins and the No.
Jalen Duren News / Fadeaway World / August 7
Jalen Duren Update: Why Pistons Center Remains Without A Deal Weeks Into Free Agency
The Detroit Pistons made a statement last season, finishing first in the standings after years of struggles. It marks a new era for the franchise, one they hope will bring success and prosperity for many years to come.
Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Wire / August 7
NBA Rumors: Pistons, Jalen Duren, Isaac Okoro, Hawks, Peyton Watson
Restricted free agent Jalen Duren could always accept his $9.6 million qualifying offer and become an unrestricted free agent next summer if he can’t reach a long-term agreement with the Pistons.
Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 7
Making Sense of Detroit Pistons' Inactivity This Offseason
The Detroit Pistons have been quieter than most people expected this offseason. It’s been the common theme when talking about the team that finished the regular season as the No.
Detroit Pistons News / Larry Brown Sports / August 7
After 2025 debacle, Pistons to hold paid G League tryouts again
Detroit Pistons affiliate, the Motor City Cruise, are rolling out the welcome mat once more, inviting dreamers to pay $250 for a shot at G League glory on September 13.
Detroit Pistons News / Total Pro Sports / August 6
Detroit Pistons’ G-League Team Held Open Tryouts For $250, And The Footage Is Even Worse Than You’d Imagine
A viral video from Detroit Pistons G-League tryouts is making the rounds. The clip shows players scrambling on a court filled with team logos. Many wear high-numbered pinnies during the session.
Detroit Pistons News / HITC / August 6
How two players turned a simple $150 open tryout into full NBA careers
With the Detroit Pistons offering tryouts to the public, we’ve taken a look at two former players who managed to pay their way to the league. The Detroit Pistons’ G League team, the Motor City Cruise, got people talking on social media after announcing their open tryouts.
Detroit Pistons News / HITC / August 6
Detroit Pistons’ G League squad to host $250 tryouts to find hidden talents, all details confirmed
The Detroit Pistons’ G League affiliate, the Motor City Cruise, will hold open tryouts with a $250 fee to find potentially hidden talents. Anyone with the dream of making it to the NBA has some clear pathways to follow.
Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker / August 3
Eastern Conference team continues to 'loom large' as potential Kevin Durant suitor
Durant hasn't had the impact the Rockets had hoped, leading to speculation about his future.
Colby Jones News / Hoops Rumors / August 1
Colby Jones Signs One-Year Deal With Spanish Team
Colby Jones is no longer a free agent, having signed a one-year contract with Bàsquet Manresa, the Spanish team announced in a press release. After spending three college seasons with Xavier, Jones was selected 34th overall in the 2023 NBA draft.
Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Wire / July 28
Could Cavs, Pistons meet on Christmas? One writer thinks so.
The NBA schedule won’t be released for a little while longer, but that hasn’t stopped the Christmas Day predictions. Matt Yoder of Awful Announcing recently took a crack at projecting the league’s five-game holiday slate, and he has the Cavaliers opening the festivities against the Pistons at noon ET.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 28
Three NBA teams primed for a major drop-off in 2026-27
Here are three teams that look like they're headed for a decline in fortunes ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season.
Chaz Lanier News / Yardbarker / July 19
Pistons guard Chaz Lanier making case for rotation spot in Summer League
in this year's Summer League, Chaz Lanier showed off dead-eyed accuracy from deep that could earn him a rotation spot for the shooting-challenged Detroit Pistons.
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