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NBA Analyst Has Underwhelming Rank on Pistons’ Offseason

Entering the 2025 NBA offseason, the Detroit Pistons seemed to have a run-it-back mentality. With three key veterans hitting the free agency market, there was interest in a reunion with at least two of them.

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'He Could be the Guy on the Go' – Detroit Pistons Could Consider Trading $52 Million Forward, Claims Insider

After qualifying for the playoffs and pushing the New York Knicks to the limit in the first round in 2024-25, the Detroit Pistons will enter this upcoming season with higher expectations.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Pistons Predicted to Land $185 Million Jazz Star in Blockbuster Offseason Trade

After being the surprise team in the NBA last season after their historic turnaround, the Detroit Pistons are set to enter the 2025-26 season with high expectations, especially in a weakened Eastern Conference.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 20

Pistons Give up Haul for Former All-Star in Recent Mock Trade

After tripling their win total and punching their ticket to the playoffs, the Detroit Pistons have quickly climbed the ranks in the Eastern Conference.

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Duncan Robinson News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 20

Duncan Robinson Shows Pistons What He Brings in Workout

A new Detroit Pistons veteran will soon suit up for the squad and offer a shooting spark off the bench. Former Miami Heat sharpshooter Duncan Robinson recently teased NBA fans with a clip to show off his some of his offseason work as August winds down.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 19

Pistons Named ‘Shock’ Contender Amid Historic Turnaround

Last season, the Detroit Pistons emerged as the biggest success story in the NBA. Following what ended up being a historic turnaround, they have been dubbed one of the league’s more intriguing squads heading into 2026.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 19

Wizards to add free-agent guard to camp roster

Considering the Wizards already have 15 players under guaranteed contracts, it’s safe to assume he is receiving a training camp deal.

Lauri Markkanen News / Last Word On Sports / August 19

Lauri Markkanen To Pistons? What This Rumored Trade Means

With the 2025-26 NBA season fast approaching, the Detroit Pistons might not be finished shaping their roster. The latest buzz from the rumor mill has the Pistons eyeing Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen in a potential blockbuster trade.

Detroit Pistons News / Athlon Sports / August 19

East Contender Labeled Team ‘Built to Shock the League’ Ahead of 2025-26 Season

The Detroit Pistons were the surprise team in the NBA last season as they made the playoffs as the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference after finishing with the NBA’s worst record the prior two seasons.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 19

Detroit Pistons Dubbed Biggest Challenge for East Contender

After shocking the basketball world with their play last season, the Detroit Pistons have drastically altered their perception around the league. Now seen as a viable threat in the Eastern Conference, one former player is confident they'll continue to make noise in 2026 and beyond.

Detroit Pistons News / Athlon Sports / August 18

Pistons’ $52 Million Veteran Named Potential Trade Candidate by Insider

The Detroit Pistons were the surprise team in the NBA last season and they will now enter the 2025-26 season with high expectations after their historic turnaround.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 18

How Detroit Pistons Stack Up in Eastern Conference Outlook

After bouncing back during the 2024-2025 NBA season, the Detroit Pistons are still viewed as playoff contenders after making their first postseason run in years.

Duncan Robinson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 18

Pistons’ Duncan Robinson drops incredible idea to change the NBA forever

It’s been an interesting offseason for the Detroit Pistons, who have put their pursuit of retaining free agent sharpshooter Malik Beasley on hold amid his federal investigation for potential gambling activities.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 18

Pistons Stars Team Up for Workouts Ahead of Big Season

Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren could be working together for many years to come. The two Detroit Pistons teammates have been putting in some work together off the court ahead of their training camp in preparation for the 2025-2026 NBA season.

Detroit Pistons News / Ball Exclusives / August 18

Stephen A. Smith believes Carmelo Anthony would be a champion if drafted by Pistons

Carmelo Anthony is going to be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in September. He was a dynamic scorer who came up big, time and time again.

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Carmelo Anthony News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 17

Popular Host Makes Bold Carmelo Anthony-Detroit Pistons Claim

When Carmelo Anthony enters the Hoops Hall of Fame soon, the former NBA star won’t have a championship under his belt. It’s one of the two glaring accolades missing on his resume, with an MVP win being the other.

NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 17

Pistons’ Matchup Dates with Nuggets Sharpshooter Revealed

The Tim Hardaway Jr. stint with the Detroit Pistons was short-lived. Next season, the veteran sharpshooter is set to suit up alongside Nikola Jokic on the Denver Nuggets.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 17

NBA Misery Index Puts Detroit Pistons in Painful Spotlight

Detroit Pistons fans must be “woeful,” according to ESPN’s viral misery index. “Things are looking pretty grim. I’d offer to buy you a cold beverage, but I’m just a robot in your computer,” the bot tells fans, who select just the Pistons as their favorite team.

Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / August 17

2025-26 Pistons: Record Projections and Schedule Highlights

The Detroit Pistons’ 2025-26 schedule is out, and Pistons basketball is finally back in the spotlight. With sixteen primetime matchups, this young, talented roster has plenty of chances to show off its mix of rising stars and proven veterans.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 16

Did the Pistons Get It Right? NBA Re-Draft Raises Questions

Ron Holland joined the Detroit Pistons as their prize following a dreadful 2023-2024 NBA season. Leading up to the 2024 NBA Draft, most failed to project Holland to the Pistons, mainly because their 14-68 record made it seem inevitable they would land the first-overall pick once again.