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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / November 6
The Pindown: Mixed Feelings After Falling to the 76ers 
Blake is back, and the guys are discussing why that 76ers game might be more positive than the scoreboard seemed. They break down the importance of Ausar
Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 3
Pistons’ Cade Cunningham reveals how Ausar Thompson has influenced his defensive impact
The Detroit Pistons’ defensive identity shines throughout the roster, including franchise point guard Cade Cunningham. Detroit’s All-NBA talent dominated in their 124-91 victory over the Charlotte Hornets.
Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / October 27
Detroit’s offense nonexistent in loss to NY
Ausar Thompson returned from his one-game absence with a rolled ankle, but Isaiah Joe’s bruised rear end needed more rest. They needed Joe’s shooting as Detroit struggled mightily after the first quarter and would go on to lose to the Knicks tonight.
The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Detroit Pistons News / Athlon Sports / October 27
Final Injury Report for Pistons-Knicks: Will Jalen Duren, Ausar Thompson Play?
The Detroit Pistons are on the road Tuesday night as they travel to take on the New York Knicks in an Eastern Conference showdown. Detroit enters Tuesday’s game with a 3-0 record after defeating the Philadelphia 76ers on the road Sunday night.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 27
Pistons vs. Knicks injury report: Ausar Thompson, Isaiah Joe listed with Jalen Duren already out
Defending NBA champions the New York Knicks will enter their fourth game of the season looking for their first win against the Detroit Pistons, who have begun the season 3-0, on Tuesday.
Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23
Pistons’ Ausar Thompson dazzles with behind-the-back slam dunk
Ausar Thompson wowed opposing fans with an incredible dunk highlight during the Detroit Pistons’ matchup against the Miami Heat on Friday night. Thompson started the fourth season of his young NBA career with the Pistons.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 20
Celtics' Jayson Tatum starts 2026-27 NBA season with quiet 13-point performance vs. Pistons
After trading guard Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason, the Boston Celtics want Tatum to cement himself as a clear No. 1. He didn't look ready to assume that role in Boston's 121-113 loss to the Detroit Pistons in the Celtics season opener on Tuesday.
Detroit Pistons News / TWSN / October 20
The Detroit Pistons Have Found the NBA’s Next Kawhi Leonard
The Detroit Pistons are in a much better position than most fans think. While they don’t appear to have the offensive upside that other teams possess, they have their superstar, their young core is locked in financially for the next five years, and the team has rebuilt its offense to survive the playoffs.
Houston Rockets News / The Dream Shake / October 16
Rockets Amen Thompson named best perimeter defender by NBA GMs
Every year, the NBA General Managers take a survey voting on certain topics such as best defender, player most likely to have a breakout season, best assistant coach, etc.
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.
Houston Rockets News / Houston Rockets on SI / October 15
NBA GMs Send Strong Message About Rockets' Amen Thompson
In my opinion, the Houston Rockets have one of the NBA's most talented young players in Amen Thompson, and apparently, general managers across the league agree.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 15
Rockets’ Amen Thompson will put $208 million contract to test after winning NBA GM poll question over Alex Caruso, brother
The Houston Rockets are just days away from getting their upcoming 2026-27 NBA regular season underway. Many an eyebrow was raised when the team brought back Amen Thompson on a contract worth over $200 million this offseason, although he is expected to be a part of the team’s core over the long haul.
Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / October 14
This Pistons Player Is The Difference Between First Round Bounce and NBA Championship
Ausar Thompson is one of the most freakish athletes that the NBA has seen in recent years. He provides great defense and athleticism to this Pistons team.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 10
Ausar Thompson, Anthony Davis get into scuffle during Pistons-Wizards preseason clash
The Detroit Pistons and Washington Wizards faced off in a preseason game at Capital One Arena that brought out fiery emotions from both sides, including recent contract signee Ausar Thompson.
Detroit Pistons News / TWSN / October 9
Ausar Thompson Is the Answer to the Detroit Pistons’ Most Overblown Concern
Amid the Jalen Duren story that dominated the summer, another major story was that the Detroit Pistons didn’t acquire another playmaker to pair with superstar guard Cade Cunningham.
Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / October 7
Ausar’s improved handle could elevate Pistons to contender status
In the spirit of overreacting to one preseason game, everyone is overreacting to Detroit’s preseason opening win against the Phoenix Suns. I am just as guilty as everyone else, but I think people are misdiagnosing the thing worth getting most excited about.
Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / October 2
Pistons aren't set after Jalen Duren extension
Now that they have three young players locked up long-term, it's time for the Pistons front office to bring the right supporting players to let their young core thrive.
Detroit Pistons News / Fadeaway World / September 25
Ausar Thompson Reacts To Him And Amen Signing Huge Contract Extensions This Summer
LeBron and Bronny James were the first father-son duo to become teammates in the NBA, but they are not the only family members to be playing together. This summer, the Thompson twins (Ausar and Amen) made their own history by becoming the first pair of siblings to sign massive contract extensions in the same summer.
Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / September 22
Ausar Thompson could turn a reasonable Pistons deal into a bad contract
The Detroit Pistons have to come to terms with Ausar Thompson on a five-year rookie-scale contract extension worth around $155 million. As things currently stand, it's a reasonable deal. But things could look different by the end of the deal.
Detroit Pistons News / Larry Brown Sports / September 18
Jalen Duren gets roasted after Pistons give big contract to Ausar Thompson
A Detroit Pistons player is getting paid this week … but not Jalen Duren. Pistons forward Ausar Thompson has secured a sizable new extension from the team, Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Friday.
Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Rumors / September 18
Pistons reward Ausar Thompson with lucrative contract extension
Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson has agreed to a five-year, $155M rookie-scale extension.
Detroit Pistons News / Larry Brown Sports / May 18
Ausar Thompson leaves a bold message after getting knocked out by the Cavs
It’s going to take some time before Ausar Thompson completely moves on from the painful ending of the Detroit Pistons’ 2025-26 NBA campaign. The Pistons’
Detroit Pistons News / Larry Brown Sports / March 24
Ausar Thompson hilariously walks back his comment about wanting ‘the biggest thing’
Ausar Thompson immediately asked for a mulligan after dropping a quote he probably felt the internet would use against him. Just before the Detroit Pistons
Detroit Pistons News / Larry Brown Sports / December 18
Ausar Thompson gets ejected after confronting referee John Goble
Ausar Thompson was not exactly in the holiday spirit during Thursday’s game. The Detroit Pistons forward Thompson was ejected on Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 25
How do current Pistons compare to previous editions that also won 13 straight games?
While comparing the current Pistons to the great teams of yesteryear might be a bit unfair, there are a couple of striking similarities between them and a few notable differences.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 18
Youth movement: Five new players who should be part of Team USA basketball's future
A veteran-heavy USA Basketball squad took home a gold medal last summer in Paris. But their two biggest stars won't be returning. Who could replace them?
Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / November 6, 2025
Pistons' stifling defense has them at top of the East
The banged-up Detroit Pistons don't have a lot of offense aside from Cade Cunningham. Thanks to their stifling defense, the Pistons have the Eastern Conference's second-best record anyway.
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