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Pistons Rule Out Jalen Duren Against 76ers; Ausar Thompson Questionable With Ankle Injury
Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren is out against Philadelphia with a hamstring strain, while Ausar Thompson is questionable with an ankle injury.
Pistons Dominate Heat 128–111 to Start Season 2–0; Jalen Duren Exits With Injury
Detroit beats Miami 128–111 to start 2–0 behind John Collins and Paul Reed. Jalen Duren exits with a right thigh injury.
Pistons Erase 22-Point Deficit, Stun Celtics 121–113 in Dramatic Season-Opening Comeback
The Detroit Pistons rallied from 22 points down to beat the Boston Celtics 121-113 in their 2026 season opener, led by Cade Cunningham and Javonte Green.
Pistons Open 2026–27 NBA Season Against Celtics With Championship Expectations Rising in Detroit
The Detroit Pistons open the 2026–27 NBA season against the Boston Celtics. Preview the matchup, Cade Cunningham and Detroit's championship expectations.
Jalen Duren Is Staying in Detroit: Pistons, All-NBA Center Agree to 5-Year, $200 Million Deal
The standoff is over. Jalen Duren has agreed to a five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed contract with the Detroit Pistons, securing the All-NBA center’s long-term future in Detroit.
Pistons Open 2026-27 With Higher Expectations — and One Major Question Hanging Over Media Day
The Pistons entered Media Day looking ahead to another run in the East, but Jalen Duren’s absence and unresolved contract situation became the biggest storyline as training camp begins.
Pistons Raise Jalen Duren Offer to $200 Million, But Contract Standoff Remains Unresolved
The Detroit Pistons have reportedly increased their offer to Jalen Duren to five years and $200 million, but the All-Star center still hasn’t agreed to a deal. With Media Day approaching and an October 1 qualifying-offer deadline looming, one of the NBA offseason’s biggest contract standoffs is reaching a critical stage.
Jalen Duren Rejects Pistons’ $190 Million Offer as Contract Standoff Intensifies
Jalen Duren has reportedly rejected the Detroit Pistons’ latest contract offer in the five-year, $190 million range as negotiations remain at a standstill. With Duren seeking at least $200 million and seriously considering the qualifying offer, his long-term future in Detroit remains uncertain.
Report: Jalen Duren Camp Questions Long-Term Future With Pistons Amid Contract Standoff
Jalen Duren’s contract dispute with the Detroit Pistons may be becoming more personal. New reporting indicates Duren’s camp doesn’t feel valued by Detroit, raising questions about whether an eventual contract agreement can secure his long-term future with the franchise.
Report: Pistons Land John Collins on Three-Year, $51 Million Deal
The Detroit Pistons have reportedly landed one of their top free agency targets, agreeing to a three-year, $51 million deal with veteran forward John Collins to strengthen their frontcourt alongside Cade Cunningham.
NBA Announces Hinkle Fieldhouse Will Host 2026 Emirates NBA Cup Championship
The NBA has selected historic Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis as the host venue for the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup Championship, continuing the league’s effort to showcase the event in iconic basketball arenas.
Report: Jalen Duren Exploring Sign-and-Trade with Sacramento Kings
The Detroit Pistons could lose one of their young cornerstones as reports indicate restricted free agent Jalen Duren is exploring a sign-and-trade with the Sacramento Kings amid stalled contract negotiations.
Report: Kevin Huerter Returning to Detroit on Three-Year Deal
The Detroit Pistons have reportedly agreed to bring back sharpshooter Kevin Huerter on a three-year, $27 million contract, continuing an aggressive offseason focused on building around Cade Cunningham.
Report: Malik Beasley Indicted on Federal Gambling-Related Charges
The Detroit Pistons’ offseason has taken an unexpected turn after reports that Malik Beasley has been indicted on federal gambling-related charges. The development could have major implications for Detroit’s free agency plans as the organization looks to build on its recent success.
Cade Cunningham Headlines Historic Year as Two Pistons Earn All-NBA Honors
The Detroit Pistons had two players recognized on the 2025-26 All-NBA teams as Cade Cunningham earned First Team honors and Jalen Duren landed on the Third Team.
Defense Never Showed Up: Pistons’ Season Ends in Game 7 Blowout
The Detroit Pistons spent six games building an identity around toughness, hustle, and defense. But in the biggest game of the season, that identity never showed up. Cleveland attacked early, controlled the paint, and never looked back in a 125-94 Game 7 win.
Detroit’s Bench Delivers, Pistons Force Game 7 With Blowout Win in Cleveland
Facing elimination on the road, the Detroit Pistons delivered their most complete performance of the postseason. Behind 56 bench points, a breakout night from Marcus Sasser, and relentless defensive pressure, Detroit stunned the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-94 in Cleveland to force a winner-take-all Game 7.
What’s Going On With Jalen Duren? Pistons’ Young Big Searching for Answers in the Playoffs
Jalen Duren’s recent struggles have become a major storyline for the Detroit Pistons as the playoff series with Cleveland tightens.
Detroit Pistons Reportedly Set for New TV Home Beginning in 2026-27
The Detroit Pistons are reportedly moving to Scripps Sports and TV20 Detroit beginning in 2026-27, bringing free local broadcasts to fans.
Missed Chances, Missed Calls, and Missed Opportunity: Pistons Fall to Cavaliers in OT, 117-113
The Detroit Pistons battled through physical play, questionable officiating, and overtime drama, but came up short in a heartbreaking 117-113 Game 5 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Detroit now trails the series 3-2 heading into a must-win Game 6.
Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren is out against Philadelphia with a hamstring strain, while Ausar Thompson is questionable with an ankle injury.