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Cade Cunningham • PG • Pistons

Cade Cunningham Praises Pistons' Frontcourt Upgrade

Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham is excited about the team's offseason addition of John Collins, telling ClutchPoints' DJ Siddiqi that he and Collins are "excited to get on the court together." Collins joined Detroit on a three-year, $51 million deal after averaging 13.6 points and 5.3 rebounds with the Clippers while shooting a career-best 40.6 percent from three. The fit is easy to see for Cunningham, who averaged 9.9 assists last season and now gets another athletic frontcourt target. Detroit also added Isaiah Joe to boost its spacing, giving Cunningham more help after a 60-win season ended in a Game 7 loss to Cleveland. Collins' scoring may stay modest, but his shooting and lob-finishing put him back in the fantasy conversation.

Aug 11

Ausar Thompson • SG • Pistons

Pistons Weigh Ausar Thompson Extension

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Ausar Thompson is in line for a long-term extension, but talks appear tied to the team's unresolved negotiations with restricted free-agent center Jalen Duren, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. Thompson led the NBA with 2.0 steals per game last season and earned All-Defensive First Team honors while averaging 9.9 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.1 assists. The offensive limitations remain clear, but his role beside Cade Cunningham and Duren gives him steady fantasy appeal through steals, rebounds, assists, and defensive stats. A deal in the low-to-mid $30 million annual range has been floated, though nothing appears imminent until Detroit gets more clarity on Duren.

Aug 7

Isaac Jones • PF • Pistons

Isaac Jones Targets Standard Deal with Pistons

Detroit Pistons forward Isaac Jones is determined to earn a standard contract, telling Coty Davis of The Detroit News that he does not want to stay on a two-way deal forever. Jones, 26, has been far more productive in the G-League than the NBA, winning a title with Stockton in 2025 before making the 2025-26 All-NBA G-League First Team with Motor City. He averaged 22.2 points, 8.9 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.9 blocks for the Cruise, then helped his case with a strong Summer League. Jones brings motor, size, and finishing, but until Detroit gives him a full roster spot and real minutes, he is just a watch-list name for fantasy managers.

Aug 2

Jalen Duren • C • Pistons

Jalen Duren Faces Pistons Contract Standoff

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren and the team could remain at an impasse into September, with the deadline "really Media Day," per Shams Charania of ESPN, via Evan Sidery. Duren, 22, is seeking max-level money after earning All-NBA Third Team honors, while Detroit has held firm below that number. He is coming off a breakout season, averaging 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds as a lob-catching anchor next to Cade Cunningham. The stalemate is fantasy noise more than a red flag if he stays in Detroit, whether on a long-term deal or his $9.62 million qualifying offer. In that case, Duren remains a high-end source of points, rebounds, and field-goal percentage, with strong dynasty value.

Jul 28

Jalen Duren • C • Pistons

Jalen Duren Considers Pistons Qualifying Offer

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren is considering accepting his $9.62 million qualifying offer to reach unrestricted free agency in 2027, per Marc Stein, via Evan Sidery. Duren and the Pistons remain far apart, as the 22-year-old wants a max extension while Detroit prefers a smaller number. He is coming off an All-NBA Third Team season, averaging 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds as a rim-running anchor next to Cade Cunningham. However this resolves, Duren stays Detroit's starting center for 2026-27, so his fantasy stock is untouched: a high-end producer for points, rebounds and field-goal percentage. He remains a strong dynasty asset, with the qualifying-offer path adding only minor long-term uncertainty about where he lands.

Jul 27

Jalen Duren • C • Pistons

Pistons Eyeing a Max Extension for Jalen Duren

Detroit Pistons restricted free agent center Jalen Duren is making progress toward a long-term deal with the team, according to Evan Sidery. The 22-year-old is a restricted free agent after a breakout 2025-26, averaging 19.5 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 2.0 assists on 65.0 percent shooting and making the All-NBA Third Team. That nod makes him eligible for the 30 percent Rose Rule max, which could start near $49.5 million, though his playoff dip has Detroit expected to land him below that ceiling. Holding his Bird Rights, the Pistons can re-sign him over the cap and never wavered despite sign-and-trade chatter. A new deal locks Duren in beside Cade Cunningham as the franchise center, keeping him a high-end fantasy big: an efficient, double-double anchor on a rising team.

Jul 19

Ebuka Okorie • PG • Pistons

Ebuka Okorie Endures Cold Shooting Night Against Knicks

Detroit Pistons guard Ebuka Okorie struggled to 14 points on 5-for-18 shooting in Monday's 86-75 Summer League loss to the Knicks, chipping in six rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one block over 32 minutes. He went 0-for-5 from three and matched his four assists with four turnovers. The Stanford product flashed real defensive playmaking earlier in Vegas with nine steals over his first two games, but his jumper has lagged, sitting at 28.5 percent from the field this summer. Taken 17th in June's draft, Okorie profiles as a future rotation piece, but his shooting will decide how soon he earns minutes behind Cade Cunningham.

Jul 13

Gary Harris • SG • Pistons

Gary Harris Moves to Detroit

Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Harris is being traded to the Detroit Pistons along with Taurean Prince in exchange for Caris LeVert and two second-round picks, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Harris picked up his $3.82 million player option for 2026-27 last month, but his fantasy outlook remains limited after a low-usage season in Milwaukee. The 31-year-old averaged 2.7 points, 1.3 rebounds, and 1.1 assists across 48 games last season. The move gives Harris a fresh landing spot, but he will need more than spot minutes to re-enter the fantasy conversation.

Jul 7

Taurean Prince • SF • Pistons

Taurean Prince Traded to Pistons

The Milwaukee Bucks are trading forward Taurean Prince to the Detroit Pistons, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Gary Harris will also head to Detroit in the deal, while Milwaukee is acquiring Caris LeVert and two second-round picks. Prince averaged 9.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 23.5 minutes last season while shooting 43.6 percent from three-point range. The 32-year-old was limited to 26 regular-season games after undergoing neck surgery in November to address a herniated disc. He gives Detroit another floor-spacing forward, but his fantasy ceiling remains capped by low usage and modest defensive production. Prince would need steady bench minutes to become more than a fringe source of threes.

Jul 7

Ugonna Onyenso • C • Pistons

Ugonna Onyenso Signs Two-Way Deal With Pistons

The Detroit Pistons are signing center Ugonna Onyenso to a two-way contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Onyenso was the No. 53 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, with Detroit acquiring his rights after Houston selected him and moved him through New York. The Virginia product averaged 6.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.9 blocks in 18.6 minutes as a senior, earning ACC All-Defensive honors. Onyenso's rim protection is the clear fantasy hook, but Jalen Duren's presence and Detroit's added frontcourt depth make early NBA minutes unlikely. He is more of a developmental blocks specialist than a redraft target.

Jul 3

Jalen Duren • C • Pistons

Jalen Duren Draws Max-Level Interest From Lakers and Kings

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren is the offseason's restricted-free-agency tug-of-war, with the Lakers and Kings pushing max-level interest, Sam Amick of The Athletic reports. The Lakers, flush with cap room after LeBron James's exit, see a long-term fit next to Luka Doncic, while Sacramento would need a sign-and-trade that Detroit has waved off. The Pistons can match any offer sheet, so a return to Detroit remains likeliest. Managers shouldn't sweat it: coming off 19.5 points on 65.0 percent shooting with 10.5 rebounds, Duren is a locked-in top-tier category center regardless of where he signs.

Jul 1

Jalen Duren • C • Pistons

Pistons Not Interested in Domantis Sabonis-Jalen Duren Swap

As contract negotiations between Detroit and center Jalen Duren continue, the Pistons reportedly do not have interest in completing a sign-and-trade that would involve Sacramento's Domantas Sabonis. Duren is reportedly not thrilled with Detroit's contract offers and is meeting with the Kings and Lakers as possible sign-and-trade destinations. The Pistons ultimately have the final say, as Duren is a restricted free agent and the team can match any offer given by another team. Duren made his first All-Star team this year, averaging 19.5 points and 10.5 rebounds, but struggled in Detroit's two postseason series.

Jun 30

Marcus Sasser • PG • Pistons

Mavericks Interested in Marcus Sasser?

The Dallas Mavericks have interest in acquiring Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser via trade, according to Marc Stein. The third-year player averaged 5.2 points and two assists in 12 minutes per game last season, consistently playing behind Cade Cunningham and Daniss Jenkins. Sasser fell even further down the depth chart when the Pistons drafted point guard Ebuka Okorie with the 17th pick in last week's NBA Draft. Sasser has one year remaining on his rookie contract before becoming a restricted free agent next summer.

Jun 30

Jalen Duren • C • Pistons

Pistons Plan to Match Any Offers on Jalen Duren

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren is set to hit free agency, but he's unlikely to switch teams this offseason. There has been speculation that Duren could sign elsewhere this summer. There have also been rumors that the Pistons could do a sign-and-trade with Duren. The Pistons have shut down those rumors and have stated they will match any potential offer sheets on Duren. The superstar big man is expected to get a massive deal this summer. This past season, Duren averaged 19.5 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 0.8 blocks across 28.2 minutes per game in 70 contests. The 22-year-old is one of the best young centers in the game and is likely going to get paid like it in free agency. The Pistons remain determined to keep Duren, but we'll see if they will match any offer sheet that comes in.

Jun 30

Daniss Jenkins • PG • Pistons

Pistons Exercise Team Option For Daniss Jenkins

The Detroit Pistons have picked up the $4 million team option for guard Daniss Jenkins, according to Spotrac's Keith Smith. The 24-year-old began the 2025-26 season on a two-way contract, eventually earning a standard contract in February. He was then named a starter for the final three games of Detroit's postseason run, scoring double digits in each contest. Ultimately, Jenkins averaged 9.3 points and 3.9 assists in 20.2 minutes per game during the regular season. The Pistons seem to like Jenkins more as a scoring option off the bench, as the team is rumored to be seeking more shooting to start alongside Cade Cunningham.

Jun 29

Isaiah Joe • SG • Pistons

Isaiah Joe Traded to Detroit for Two Second-Round Picks

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Oklahoma City Thunder are trading guard Isaiah Joe to the Detroit Pistons for two future second-round picks. Detroit adds one of the league's better volume shooters, as Joe averaged a career-high 11.1 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.7 steals, and 2.5 threes in 21.2 minutes while shooting 42.3 percent from deep last season. Joe should help space the floor for Cade Cunningham, although his fantasy value still leans heavily on points, threes, and efficiency rather than well-rounded production.

Jun 27

Isaiah Stewart • PF • Pistons

Isaiah Stewart Available in Trade Talks

Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart is available in trade talks, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic. The report notes that Detroit is searching for more shooting and playmaking, and Paul Reed could see a larger role if Stewart is moved. Stewart has two years and $30 million left on his deal, with the second season carrying a team option. The 25-year-old averaged 10.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.1 assists last season, while Reed posted 7.8 points and 4.5 boards in a smaller role. A move could help Stewart if he lands with a team that needs frontcourt defense, while Reed would be the immediate fantasy name to monitor in Detroit.

Jun 20

Jalen Duren • C • Pistons

Jalen Duren Expected to Clear $30 Million Per Year

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren is expected to land a restricted free-agent deal worth more than $30 million annually, according to ESPN's Tim Bontemps. The 22-year-old bet on himself by not signing an extension last offseason, and his regular-season leap made that decision look sharp. Duren averaged 19.5 points, 10.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 0.8 steals, and 0.8 blocks in 28.2 minutes while shooting 65.0% from the field. His playoff dip adds some risk, but a long-term deal would confirm Detroit still views him as a core interior piece next to Cade Cunningham. For fantasy managers, Duren's rebounding, efficiency, and secure role keep him firmly on the early-round radar.

Jun 11

Isaiah Stewart • PF • Pistons

Isaiah Stewart Could Draw Trade Interest

Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart could be an interesting trade target for teams this summer. Stewart is one of the best rim protectors in the league and is on a reasonable contract for the next two seasons. Last season, Stewart averaged career highs in blocks (1.6) while averaging 10.0 points and 5.0 rebounds across 22.7 minutes per game. The Pistons don't have a ton of incentive to trade him, especially with Jalen Duren possibly leaving in free agency. It wouldn't be shocking to see the Pistons feel out some trade offers, but they probably won't move Stewart unless they get blown away.

Jun 7

Tobias Harris • SF • Pistons

Tobias Harris May Remain in Motown

Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason, but the team wants to keep him around. "We hope that we can bring him back," Pistons general manager Trajan Langdon said on Tuesday. "He's somebody we want to keep in a Pistons uniform." Harris has spent the last two seasons in Detroit after signing a $52 million contract as a free agent in 2024. He averaged 13.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 63 regular-season appearances this term. During the playoffs, Harris improved his production to 18.1 points and 7.2 rebounds per game, which might have been the decisive factor in Detroit's willingness to negotiate a new contract with him. At 33, Harris remains a dependable but modest contributor in fantasy basketball.

May 19

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