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Simone Fontecchio’s first full season with the Detroit Pistons has been a quiet campaign. After being a diamond in the rough for a short stint amid the 14-68 run last season, the veteran sharpshooter has been less involved while in a role coming off the bench.

NBA News / Yardbarker / March 17

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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / February 26

Detroit Pistons Make Decision on Sharpshooter vs Celtics

As the Detroit Pistons prepared for their next matchup against the Boston Celtics, they prepared for the possibility of getting the sharpshooter Simone Fontecchio back in the mix.

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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / February 24

Detroit Pistons Sharpshooter Lands Injury Diagnosis

As the Detroit Pistons worked on collecting their second win since returning from the NBA All-Star break, they saw their veteran sharpshooter, Simone Fontecchio, leave for the locker room early.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / February 23

Detroit Pistons Vet Leaves With Injury vs Atlanta Hawks

As the Detroit Pistons worked on keeping the winning streak alive, the team lost one of its rotation pieces, as Simone Fontecchio left the game with a right-hand injury.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / January 20

Detroit Pistons Shooter Labeled Potential Knicks Trade Target

With the NBA trade deadline around the corner, the Detroit Pistons have been brought up frequently recently as potential players in the market. In recent seasons, the Pistons have embraced a selling role.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / December 19

NBA Trade Suggestion Links Philadelphia 76ers to $16 Million Player

If the Philadelphia 76ers stick to their original plans for the 2025 NBA trade deadline, they’ll likely look to buy a win-now player or two. With the team signing Tyrese Maxey to a big deal in the offseason, along with winning the Paul George sweepstakes, you can pretty much guarantee there won’t be any blockbusters for Philly.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / December 15

Hopeful NBA Contender Suggested to Pursue Detroit Pistons Player

The Detroit Pistons haven’t quite decided where they stand in terms of being buyers or sellers at the 2025 NBA trade deadline. If they take the latter route, they certainly have a handful of veterans who could be interested in contending-hopeful squads.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / November 17

Detroit Pistons Key Veteran Remains on Injury Report vs Wizards

After re-signing with the Detroit Pistons over the summer, Simone Fontecchio has taken on a key reserve role with the team to begin the 2024-2025 NBA season.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / November 15

Pistons Sharpshooter in Danger of Missing Matchup vs Raptors

Friday night serves as an opportunity for the Detroit Pistons to bounce back after a dramatic overtime loss against the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night.

NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / November 13

Detroit Pistons Forward Ruled out for Matchup vs Milwaukee Bucks

Following a late-game mishap from the Miami Heat, the Detroit Pistons were able to secure their first NBA Cup win on Tuesday night. Fresh off the overtime thriller, they find themselves right back in action.

Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / November 6

Pistons’ Fontecchio Looks To Regain Form After Injury

After a rough start to the season, the Detroit Pistons are finding their rhythm, winning two consecutive games. Monday’s victory over the Lakers marked their third win—an improvement given that they didn’t reach three wins until December 30 last season.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / October 18

Detroit Pistons Forward Opens up on Tobias Harris' Impact

Last season, the Detroit Pistons had one of the most underrated moves of the trade deadline. They acquired Simone Fontecchio from the Utah Jazz, and he quickly thrived when given the opportunity to play a larger role.

Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / October 1

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Detroit has long needed a reliable (and ideally young) sharpshooter to open up the game for its top contributors.

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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / October 1

Detroit Pistons Sharpshooter Offers Pre-Camp Injury Update

After a 16-game run with the Detroit Pistons, veteran sharpshooter Simone Fontecchio saw his season end prematurely due to a setback. At that point, Fontecchio’s future depended on what happened in free agency.

Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / September 17

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The Detroit Pistons finished with an abysmal .171 winning percentage last season, ending up with a 14-68 record. But there are reasons for hope in Detroit.

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Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / July 6

Prioritizing Shooting, Pistons Brings Back Recent Acquisition

Simone Fontecchio was acquired by the Detroit Pistons in a trade this February. He will remain with the team for the upcoming season. Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN has reported that the 28-year-old has agreed to a two-year deal with Detroit.

Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Rumors / July 6

Pistons re-sign Italian wing to two-year deal

Pistons re-sign veteran wing to two-year deal

The 28-year-old played professionally in Europe from 2012-22 before signing with the Jazz two summers ago. He spent a season-and-a-half in Utah, then was traded to Detroit at this year’s trade deadline.

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Detroit Pistons News / Fastbreak on SI / June 1, 2024

Key Detroit Pistons Player Will Be A Free Agent This Summer

Simone Fontecchio is coming off a season where he played 66 games for the Detroit Pistons and Utah Jazz. He was traded (via the Jazz) to the Pistons during the middle of the season, and finished the year with averages of 10.5 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.5 assists per contest while shooting 46.0% from the field and 40.1% from the three-point range.

Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Rumors / May 28, 2024

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Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 5, 2024

Why Monty Williams is ‘not surprised’ by Simone Fontecchio breakout with Pistons

On the Detroit Pistons’ struggling road of 2023-24, one of their biggest signs of optimism has been the acquisition of forward Simone Fontecchio. Since Detroit traded for Fontecchio in February, the 29-year-old swingman has been a beneficial addition to the frontcourt.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 7, 2024