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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.
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?
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.
Pistons Around the Web
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 / 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.
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.
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 / 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.
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.
Jalen Duren News / Hoops Rumors / September 1
‘Still A Gap’ Between Pistons, RFA Jalen Duren
A year ago, there were still four restricted free agents who remained unsigned when the calendar turned to September. This year, there’s only one without
Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / September 1
Get the best of Detroit Bad Boys on the new SB Nation app
It’s a big day for Detroit Bad Boys. Today, the SB Nation app is live, and it’s the best way to follow the Pistons. You can download it by searching SB Nation for iOS or Android.
Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Habit / August 31
The Pistons have yet to fix this fatal flaw
When the Detroit Pistons were in the midst of a 28-game losing streak during the 2023-24 season, no one thought that would be able to emerge from the ashes as quickly as they did.
Detroit Pistons News / Fadeaway World / August 30
Ranking The Detroit Pistons Biggest Concerns Before The 2026-27 NBA Season
The Detroit Pistons already showed they are done with rebuilding and passed the regular-season test. They went 60-22, finished first in the East, posted a +8.2 net rating, and built the NBA’s second-ranked defense.
Malik Beasley News / EssentiallySports / August 20
Malik Beasley Faces Wild Accusations From Family Just a Month After Pleading Not Guilty in Gambling Case
Former NBA guard Malik Beasley’s personal life and legal crisis have intertwined into complete chaos. Just weeks after appearing in a Brooklyn federal court to plead not guilty to a series of sports-betting and bribery charges, the 29-year-old NBA star is facing some severe accusations from his estranged mother-in-law.
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