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Ex-Pistons Vet Opts for Overseas Opportunity Next Season

Former Detroit Pistons player Cole Swider is set to play with a Turkish powerhouse. The NBA veteran will take on his first stint overseas since bouncing around the NBA.

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Important Dates Set for Pistons’ NBA Cup Action

On Wednesday, the NBA announced the key dates for the Detroit Pistons’ 2025-2026 Emirates NBA Cup. The team will tip off its tournament run on November 7, on the road against the Brooklyn Nets.

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Knicks Bolster Staff by Hiring Former Member of Pistons

A former Detroit Pistons coach was recently added to the revamped New York Knicks coaching staff. TJ Saint reportedly landed a job as an assistant on Mike Brown’s staff in the Big Apple.

Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

Detroit Pistons Ready to Shine on National TV This Season

The 2024-25 season marked a big comeback for the Detroit Pistons, turning them from underdogs into potential contenders for 2025-26. This newfound prominence

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Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

Three Reasons Javonte Green Is A Smart Signing For Pistons

The Detroit Pistons have added another spark to their wing rotation, signing athletic forward Javonte Green to a one-year deal. Known for his defensive energy and ability to finish above the rim, Green gives Trajan Langdon yet another versatile piece as he continues reshaping the roster.

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The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26

Not every player on here is bad or overrated - rather, the contract is one that is currently or has the chance to be a cap killer moving forward.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / August 12

Pistons pleased as Peacocks as they get national spotlight in first two games to drop

It has been a long time since the Detroit Pistons received any sort of national recognition or spotlight. You can’t blame the league for not wanting to feature them, even on the lowly NBATV.

Javonte Green News / Detroit Bad Boys / August 12

Javonte Green adds skill, mentorship but not size to the Pistons

The Detroit Pistons filled one of its two open roster spots with the addition of Javonte Green. The news of the signing was first reported by Shams Charania of ESPN.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / August 12

Blockbuster Mock Trade Sends Pistons' Trio to Kings for $186 Million Star

After being the surprise team in the NBA last season, the Detroit Pistons are set to enter next season with lofty expectations. Of course, the Pistons made the playoffs as the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference last season after finishing with the NBA’s worst record the prior two seasons.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 12

Should Pistons Consider Calling Kings for a Star Center?

When it comes to hunting for a floor-stretching front-court player, the Detroit Pistons struck out this offseason. Players like Santi Aldama and Naz Reid stuck with their original teams.

Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

How Pistons Newcomer Can Break Into Rotation

On Monday, ESPN senior insider Shams Charania reported that unrestricted free agent Javonte Green “is finalizing a one-year deal with the Detroit Pistons.” A six-year NBA veteran, Green holds career averages of 5.3 points, 3.1 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 16.8 minutes per game.

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NBA Makes Key Schedule Announcement for Detroit Pistons

As the NBA begins to roll out the schedules for the 2025-2026 season, the Detroit Pistons found out they would be a part of two key matchups next year.

Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

Predicting Pistons Starting Five For 2025-26 Season

Like any up-and-coming team, the Detroit Pistons want to keep their momentum. To that point, they didn’t just win 44 games in 2024-25, clinching the first playoff berth of the Cade Cunningham era.

Javonte Green News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 12

Pistons’ Roster Decision Sparks Reaction From NBA Fans

Javonte Green is set to join the Detroit Pistons for the 2025-2026 NBA season. The signing was reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania on Monday morning. Green is expected to land a one-year deal with Detroit after spending the past season with the Cleveland Cavaliers and the New Orleans Pelicans.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 11

Ex-Pistons Trade Pickup Gets Key Free Agency Update

Just last summer, the Detroit Pistons cut ties with Quentin Grimes early. They used the veteran wing in a trade to acquire Tim Hardaway Jr from the Dallas Mavericks.

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Detroit Pistons News / Athlon Sports / August 11

NBA Insider Reveals Pistons’ Plan for Final Roster Spot

The Detroit Pistons were the surprise team in the NBA last season after they went from having the league’s worst record the prior two seasons to making the playoffs as the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference.

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Malik Beasley’s roster spot held open by Pistons amid gambling investigation

Entering the offseason, Malik Beasley was expected to cash in on a new, long-term contract with the Detroit Pistons. That has not happened, though, and Beasley remains a free agent as a result of multiple off-the-court issues.

Stanley Johnson News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 11

Ex-Pistons Lottery Pick Lands with New Team Outside the NBA

What’s next for the former Detroit Pistons first-rounder, Stanley Johnson? A stint in Japan. According to Sportnado, Johnson signed with Nagasaki Velca of the Japanese B.League.

Detroit Pistons News / Athlon Sports / August 11

Pistons Not Interested in Pursuing Trade for Nets' Rising Guard: Report

The Detroit Pistons are coming off an incredible season that saw them go from being the worst team in the NBA the prior two seasons to making the playoffs as the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference.

Javonte Green News / Hoops Wire / August 11

Pistons to Sign Javonte Green to One-Year Contract

The Detroit Pistons are closing in on a one-year deal with free agent swingman Javonte Green, according to NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN. Green, 32, began his professional journey overseas after going undrafted from Radford in 2015, but he eventually earned a spot in the NBA.

Ausar Thompson News / Detroit Pistons on SI / August 10

Pistons Forward Shows Off Improved Shooting in Workout Clip

After shattering expectations last season, the Detroit Pistons remain committed to seeing things through with the core of young talent in place. As the offseason rolls along, one key member of the roster showed off some improvement in a much-needed area of his game.

Malik Beasley News / Hardwood Heroics / August 11

'I’m Ready to Destroy Anybody in Front of Me' – Former Detroit Pistons Guard Makes Huge Vow Amid Betting Scandal

Despite coming off a career year with the Detroit Pistons, Malik Beasley remains one of the most notable names in free agency because he’s under federal investigation for potential gambling-related activities.

Malik Beasley News / Hoops Rumors / August 9

Free-agent guard Malik Beasley evicted from apartment

Free agent shooting guard Malik Beasley was evicted from his apartment in Detroit on Wednesday, writes David Perdum of ESPN.com, citing court records. As Perdum details, Beasley was sued two times by his landlord earlier this year for a total of $21,505 in unpaid rent.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 8

3 way-too-early Detroit Pistons trade candidates in 2025-26 season

The Detroit Pistons had a solid season, making the 2025 NBA Playoffs. Now, they look forward to another season and a step up. There could be several Pistons trade candidates, depending on where the team is at midseason.