The Pistons have waived guards Derrick Walton, Cassius Stanley and Jared Cunningham, according to James Edwards III of The Athletic. All three players were signed to Exhibit 10 contracts and could play for the team’s G League affiliate this season.
The moves bring Detroit’s roster count down to 17 players, including two on two-way contracts (Jamorko Pickett and Chris Smith). The Pistons open the regular season against the Bulls on Wednesday.
As for Walton (26), Stanley (22) and Cunningham (30), all three can earn $50K if they spend at least 60 days with Detroit’s G League team. They could also opt to sign overseas if an intriguing offer is presented.
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