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Saturday, October 10, 2026
Cade Cunningham could fall into Damian Lillard trap if Pistons aren't careful

The Pistons can't afford to waste Cade Cunningham's prime like the Blazers did with Damian Lillard.

Jalen Duren, Ron Holland and the things that matter for the Pistons vs. Wizards

The Pistons have plenty to play for in their second preseason game on the road vs. the Wizards.

Friday, October 9, 2026
Why Jalen Duren was reportedly called '4th-best player' in Pistons contract talks

Negotiations between Duren and the Pistons reportedly did not go smoothly this offseason, including Detroit arguing the center isn't as valuable to the team as it appears.

Warriors, Knicks Top 2026 NBA Franchise Valuations

For a sixth straight year, the Warriors lead Sportico’s list of the NBA’s most valuable teams, according to Kurt Badenhausen of Sportico, who unveiled the website’s updated NBA franchise...

Daniss Jenkins will need to maintain his trajectory just to keep his spot

Ebuka Okorie is threatening Daniss Jenkins’ role on the Pistons unless Jenkins improves more.

The $40 million version of Jalen Duren hasn't arrived yet but there is a clear path

Jalen Duren now has to live up to the big contract he secured.

The Pistons need Jalen Duren, and Duren needs the Pistons. Now? The pressure is on

After agreeing to a five-year, $200 million deal, how will Duren and Detroit move forward after a monthslong saga?

Cade Cunningham's 3-point evolution starts with Ausar Thompson

Ausar Thompson can make life easier for Cade Cunningham.

Ausar Thompson has to close the gap on his brother with his passing

The Pistons need more than just mid-range jumpers from Ausar Thompson.

Thursday, October 8, 2026
Central Notes: Haliburton, Toppin, Jaquez, Duren, Pistons

Nearly 16 months after he last suited up for an NBA game, Tyrese Haliburton returned to action in the Pacers’ preseason opener on Wednesday following his recovery from an Achilles tear. As Jamal...

Ebuka Okorie could find himself in NBA purgatory

Ebuka Okorie will have a tough time cracking the rotation, but is there another option?

Ron Holland has the early advantage but the Pistons don't have to choose

The Pistons still have the same question, but have better answers

Pistons appear all-in on Ausar Thompson's new role after strategy change

The Detroit Pistons have changed their approach to generating offense for and from Ausar Thompson. It's a necessary move.

The Pistons have a weapon the rest of the NBA will hate

The Pistons are going to wear teams out.

Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Pistons may get what they want from Jalen Duren without the weight clause

Jalen Duren may already be proving to the Detroit Pistons just how unnecessary the weight clause was.

Pacific Notes: Porzingis, Horford, Miller, Brooks, Collins

With Kristaps Porzingis sidelined indefinitely by a health issue, Warriors coach Steve Kerr is looking at lineups with projected backup center Al Horford in a starting role. Alternatively, he’s...

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...

Unlocking Ausar Thompson won't happen at the 3-point line

The Pistons don't need Ausar Thompson to take 3-pointers

Isaiah Stewart has already vindicated Pistons' health concerns

The Pistons were sadly proven right by Isaiah Stewart’s early injury with the Grizzlies.

Norman Powell could be the short term answer if the Pistons miss on bigger names

The Pistons could look to add more scoring punch at the trade deadline.

Pistons finally ready to reap the rewards of the Jaden Ivey trade

The Pistons are could see some benefits from a sunk cost.

Pistons have surprisingly tricky decision on Ron Holland looming

The Pistons have a decision to make and it's not as easy as it might seem.

Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Pistons Notes: Thompson, Collins, Duren, Okorie, Holland

Ausar Thompson’s usage in the Pistons’ preseason opener suggested that his offensive role is expanding, Omari Sankofa II of The Detroit Free Press notes. Thompson, who signed a five-year, $155MM...

Jalen Duren's offseason improvements don't matter in the preseason

The Pistons need to see Jalen Duren perform with real stakes before getting excited.

Karl-Anthony Towns gives Pistons another reason to be glad Jalen Duren drama is over

The Detroit Pistons solved their Jalen Duren problem before the season started, while the Knicks may not do so with Karl-Anthony Towns.

J.B. Bickerstaff confirms Pistons will give Ausar Thompson the tools to evolve

The Detroit Pistons are going to give Ausar Thompson the means for evolution instead of waiting for him to achieve growth on his own.

Ron Holland II embraces agent of chaos role with bizarre box score

Ron Holland does a little of everything, both good and bad.

Ausar Thompson is on the cusp of his superstar leap

The Pistons saw a new and more aggressive version of Ausar Thompson in their preseason opener.

Ebuka Okorie may have already moved up the Pistons depth chart

It didn't take long for the Pistons rookie to show why they drafted him.

Dillon Brooks reminds Pistons fans why we will and won't miss Isaiah Stewart

The Pistons have a new look without Isaiah Stewart.

John Collins only needed 5 minutes to endear himself to Pistons fans

Welcome to Detroit, John Collins!

Monday, October 5, 2026
Pistons vs. Suns final score: Detroit bench dominates second half to steal one from Suns

Welcome to the NBA, Ebuka Okorie. The rookie guard selected 17th overall had quite an eventful first preseason game in the NBA. After not playing at all through three quarters and seeing his team...

Every NBA team's best trade in franchise history

Trades shape the NBA, and every team has won their fair share of deals.

The 50 NBA players who were way better than you remember

They were All-Stars, champions and franchise cornerstones. Somehow, history hasn’t given them their due.

Pistons vs. Suns: Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons kick off preseason

We can finally put contract drama behind us and focus on some honest-to-goodness, doesn’t quite count, but it’s still great because it’s basketball basketball. In other words, the preseason starts...

Jalen Duren signing Pistons contract was the best move for his career

Signing the five-year, $200 million offer from the Detroit Pistons gives Jalen Duren the perfect chance to right his wrongs.

Jalen Duren’s refreshing honesty proves contract saga was worth the wait

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren has finally re-signed. His introspection is proof that he put the time he spent as a free agent to good use.

The Pindown: The Jalen Duren Saga Ends!

The guys discuss Jalen Duren’s new contract, quotes from his press conference, and JB Bickerstaff’s thoughts on the roster from Media Day. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this...

Stein’s Latest: Washington, Rookie Scale Extensions, Podziemski, Duren

The Mavericks’ roster is stocked with forwards, which could eventually make P.J. Washington expendable, Marc Stein of The Stein Line (subscription required) writes in his latest Substack column....

Trajan Langdon's final offseason grade reflects his puzzling approach

The Detroit Pistons had an odd offseason.

Jalen Duren's absence gives Pistons an early look at their most intriguing lineup

The Pistons can experiment in the preseason.

Pistons quietly built a safety net for Jalen Duren's massive contract

The Pistons made Jalen Duren's contract slightly easier to handle.

Jalen Duren finally said the words Pistons fans have been waiting to hear

It didn't take long for Jalen Duren to win back the fan base.

Where to watch Pistons vs. Suns today: Channel, live stream, time, TV schedule for NBA preseason game

Cade Cunningham and Co. open the preseason against Devin Booker and the Suns. Here's when and where to watch.

Sunday, October 4, 2026
Duren relieved to return to Pistons, calls Detroit 'home'

Despite a prolonged negotiation that appeared to turn sour at times, Jalen Duren said he is relieved and excited to return to Detroit.

Jalen Duren On New Deal: ‘I Want To Be A Detroit Piston For Life’

After a drawn-out restricted free agency process, third-team All-NBA center Jalen Duren formally signed his five-year, $200MM contract with the Pistons on Friday. The 22-year-old big man spoke to...

Pistons' Jalen Duren doesn't regret going through contract dispute with Detroit after stalemate

The Detroit Pistons and Jalen Duren have sent haymakers at each other this summer while negotiating a contract. After reaching a deal, Duren makes it clear he wouldn't have changed a thing.

Jalen Duren speaks: I see myself ‘finishing my career’ in Detroit

Jalen Duren wanted to make one thing clear — he’s happy to have signed his long-term deal with the Detroit Pistons and wants to finish his career with the team that drafted him. That might come as...

Pistons' Jalen Duren makes first 'humbling' comment since contract sage ended with Detroit

With the sage over between Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons, the All-Star center has made it clear he will fix his mistakes from last season.

Saturday, October 3, 2026
The Jalen Duren drama won't end with his new Pistons contract

Jalen Duren may still be upset with the Detroit Pistons.

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