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Short-handed Detroit Pistons blitzed by San Antonio Spurs, 144-109
Read full article: Short-handed Detroit Pistons blitzed by San Antonio Spurs, 144-109Keldon Johnson scored 27 points and the San Antonio Spurs had their highest-scoring game of the season to beat short-handed Detroit 144-109, extending the Pistons’ road skid to 10.
Detroit Pistons reportedly have COVID outbreak involving at least 3 players
Read full article: Detroit Pistons reportedly have COVID outbreak involving at least 3 playersThe Detroit Pistons are reportedly dealing with a COVID outbreak that involves at least three players, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.
Pistons snap 14-game losing streak with win over Miami, avoid franchise record
Read full article: Pistons snap 14-game losing streak with win over Miami, avoid franchise recordThe Detroit Pistons finally got a win on Sunday night, beating the Miami Heat at Little Caesars Arena, snapping a 14-game losing streak.
Plumlee, Smith Jr. notch triple-doubles, Pistons beat depleted Raptors
Read full article: Plumlee, Smith Jr. notch triple-doubles, Pistons beat depleted RaptorsNOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)TAMPA, Fla. – Wayne Ellington scored 25 points and the Detroit Pistons beat the virus-depleted Toronto Raptors 129-105 on Wednesday night to snap a three-game losing streak. The Raptors played without Pascal Siakam, Fred VanVleet and OG Anunoby, three of their top four scorers, and reserves Malachi Flynn and Patrick McCaw because of the NBA's health and safety protocols. Toronto's scheduled Sunday night game against Chicago Bulls also was postponed. Raptors: F Yuta Watanabe got his first NBA start, but did not score.
Saben Lee vs. Dennis Smith Jr.: Pistons have a battle at point guard and it’s fun
Read full article: Saben Lee vs. Dennis Smith Jr.: Pistons have a battle at point guard and it’s fun⚔️ Saben Lee vs. Dennis Smith Jr.Who’s playing point guard for the Detroit Pistons depends on which game you’re watching. Rose was traded to the Knicks for point guard Dennis Smith Jr., and Delon Wright is now dealing with a groin injury. Last night, the rookie Saben Lee and Dennis Smith Jr., who we talked about in the last newsletter, put on a point guard show in a win against the Orlando Magic. In 29 minutes, Saben Lee scored a career-high 21 points, including 3/3 from three point land. AdWe’ve seen what Dennis Smith Jr. is capable of -- he has some success on his record, especially as a playmaker.
Detroit Pistons finalize 15-man roster ahead of regular season
Read full article: Detroit Pistons finalize 15-man roster ahead of regular seasonSekou Doumbouya and Josh Jackson were bright spots for the Detroit Pistons during the 2020 preseason. DETROIT – By our count, the Detroit Pistons have made 27 transactions in the last month, including trades, free agent signings, draft picks and cuts. Derrick Rose #25 of the Detroit Pistons dribbles with the ball against Gary Trent Jr. #2 of the Portland Trail Blazers. Wayne Ellington of the Detroit Pistons looks on while playing the Washington Wizards during the second half at Little Caesars Arena on Feb. 11, 2019 in Detroit. Lee can spend up to 45 days on the Pistons’ roster while also playing in the G League.
Who’s actually on the Detroit Pistons’ roster right now? Live updated list here
Read full article: Who’s actually on the Detroit Pistons’ roster right now? Live updated list hereOn Dec. 1, the Pistons signed Sirvydis to a three-year contract. Killian Hayes -- 2020 first-round draft pick (No. 7 overall)Isaiah Stewart -- 2020 first-round draft pick (No. 16 overall)Saddiq Bey -- 2020 first-round draft pick (No. Delon Wright -- Acquired in 2020 trade with Oklahoma City Thunder Pistons sent Trevor Ariza to Oklahoma CityNOTE: Saben Lee, the team’s 2020 second-round draft pick (No.
Here are 27 moves (trades, draft picks, free agents) Detroit Pistons have made in last month
Read full article: Here are 27 moves (trades, draft picks, free agents) Detroit Pistons have made in last monthTroy Weaver has made a flurry of trades, draft picks and free agent signings in his first offseason as Detroit Pistons general manager. Nov. 18: Houston draft pick tradeBefore the start of the draft, the Pistons acquired the No. 16 overall pick and guaranteed the return draft pick will either be worse than No. Nov. 18: Sold 2021 second-round pickWeaver sold a second-round pick to the Rockets for $4.6 million. 19 overall pick, Dzanan Musa, Jaylen Hands, Rodney McGruder, Toronto’s 2021 second-round pick, cash considerations8.
Breaking down 4 trades, 4 draft picks after Detroit Pistons overhauled roster with 8 new players
Read full article: Breaking down 4 trades, 4 draft picks after Detroit Pistons overhauled roster with 8 new playersDETROIT – New general manager Troy Weaver knew he had to come in and tear down the Detroit Pistons’ roster, and he sure didn’t waste any time. Bruce Brown #6 of the Detroit Pistons dribbles the ball against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on January 21, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) (2019 Getty Images)While Brown is a fine player, it’s not a major loss for a Pistons team looking multiple years down the line. 16 overall pick and guaranteed the return draft pick will either be worse than No. (2020 Getty Images)Weaver’s second pick was a bit of a surprise, as he went with undersized Washington center Isaiah Stewart.