The Detroit Pistons were the NBA’s most surprising story last season, transforming from a franchise that had back-to-back years at the bottom of the standings into a playoff team that finished sixth in the Eastern Conference. What made the turnaround so impressive was not just the improvement of their young stars, such as Cade Cunningham , Ausar Thompson, and Jalen Duren, but also the way the front office reshaped the roster by blending that youth with reliable veteran contributors.
This summer, Detroit doubled down on its momentum with a smart and calculated offseason. They retained key free agents such as Paul Reed and Daniss Jenkins, while adding valuable veterans like Caris LeVert, Duncan Robinson, and Javonte Green. These moves added more shooting, depth, and veteran experien