TROY WEAVER

The Detroit Pistons are a dumpster fire -- again.

To the surprise of many fans, the starting lineup to open the season for the Detroit Pistons has been without 2022 fifth overall draft pick Jaden Ivey.

For the first time since 2001, four of the top five picks in the NBA draft did not play college basketball in the United States.

So who could be running the Pistons bench next year? Here are some options Pistons general manager Troy Weaver will likely consider.

Detroit Pistons general manager Troy Weaver published an open letter to fans on Monday as the team nears the end of another losing season.

As the Detroit Pistons wrap up another dismal season, it’s hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Pistons general manager Troy Weaver traded away forward Saddiq Bey, one of his 2020 first round picks, to the Hawks, in a four-team trade that brings Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman to Detroit.

The start of the 2022-23 NBA season is upon us, and your Detroit Pistons have created a buzz unlike any other seen in the motor city in the last decade.

NBA Free Agency opens for negotiations (we call it legal tampering) on Friday afternoon, and the Pistons have some money to play with entering the busy offseason period.

NBA Free Agency opens for negotiations (we call it legal tampering) on Friday afternoon, and the Pistons have some money to play with entering the busy offseason period.

The Kemba Walker era of Detroit Pistons basketball is coming to an end.

When the league first announced the lottery, the Detroit Pistons, to many fans, got hosed, as experts believed this year’s draft was a four-person race featuring Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren, Jabari Smith, and Jaden Ivey.

The Detroit Pistons have selected Purdue's Jaden Ivey with the No. 5 overall pick in the NBA draft.

The Detroit Pistons have reportedly traded for Memphis star Jalen Duren -- who was selected by the Charlotte Hornets with the No. 13 overall pick in the NBA draft -- as part of a three-team trade involving the New York Knicks.

The NBA offseason is upon us, and it’s already heating up, just days after the season ended. Here’s your table-setter for what’s to come for the Pistons.

The Pistons dropping to the 5th spot is obviously not as fun for us to think (or write) about, but there are some really exciting potential players that would still make an immediate impact.

The Detroit Pistons didn’t get as lucky as last year in the NBA Draft Lottery, landing the fifth overall pick in the draft later this summer.

Will the ping pong lottery balls float the Pistons way yet again?

The Detroit Pistons won the NBA Draft Lottery on Tuesday night, landing the franchise its first No. 1 pick since 1970, when the Pistons drafted Hall of Famer Bob Lanier.

The Detroit Pistons have reportedly sent guard Josh Jackson and forward Trey Lyles to the Sacramento Kings for center Marvin Bagley III as part of a four-team trade on NBA Trade Deadline day.

The NBA Trade Deadline is just a few days away and the question remains -- will Grant still be wearing a Pistons uniform come Friday?

The Pistons-Nuggets traded that sent Bol Bol to Detroit has been voided after a failed physical, according to reports.

The Pistons have added a young center and some size to the lineup after a reported trade with the Denver Nuggets on Sunday.

Will this year's Detroit Pistons be a pleasant surprise like the Tigers, a hopeless disaster like the Lions, or somewhere in between?

Last year, we knew the Pistons would likely be near the bottom of the league. This year, with a group of promising young guys and the No. 1 pick, expectations are on the rise for Dwane Casey’s team.

The Detroit Pistons have reportedly traded Sekou Doumbouya and Jahlil Okafor to the Brooklyn Nets for DeAndre Jordan and four second-round picks.

The Detroit Pistons are reportedly signing forward Kelly Olynyk to a three-year deal, according to ESPN.

We're tracking the latest Detroit Pistons rumors as the 2021 NBA Free Agency period begins on Aug. 2.

We're tracking the latest Detroit Pistons rumors as the 2021 NBA Free Agency period begins on Aug. 2.

OK, so who is actually on the Detroit Pistons’ roster? Here's a full breakdown.

The Pistons added four players to the franchise in the 2021 NBA Draft, including the No. 1 overall pick.

The Detroit Pistons selected Michigan forward Isaiah Livers with the No. 42 overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft.

The Detroit Pistons selected Oklahoma State point guard Cade Cunningham with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft.

The Pistons are trading center Mason Plumlee and the No. 37 pick to Charlotte for the No. 57 pick, ESPN reports.

Can you help us settle a little newsroom debate? Which Detroit sports team will have the best winning percentage next season?

The Detroit Pistons won the NBA Draft Lottery on Tuesday night, landing the franchise its first No. 1 pick since 1970, when the Pistons drafted Hall of Famer Bob Lanier.

The Detroit Pistons won the NBA Draft Lottery on Tuesday night, landing the franchise its first No. 1 pick since 1970, when the Pistons drafted Hall of Famer Bob Lanier.

Is it finally happening? Could this long, dark era of Detroit sports misery be nearing its end?

How did the Detroit Pistons end up with three second-round picks, even after trading away their own? Here's the long list of moves that brought us to this point.

The Detroit Pistons won the NBA Draft Lottery on Tuesday night, landing the franchise its first No. 1 pick since 1970, when the Pistons drafted Hall of Famer Bob Lanier.

The Detroit Pistons did a lot of losing this season, finishing with the second-worst record in the NBA and the franchise’s worst record in nearly 30 years.

With a little luck, the Detroit Pistons could have a shot at adding a franchise-changing player in this year’s NBA Draft.

Two of the Pistons’ most promising rookies make the NBA All Rookie Team as the NBA Draft Lottery nears.

The 2020-2021 Detroit Pistons season is over. But the real season is just getting started.

Detroit Pistons guard Delon Wright takes a shot as Philadelphia 76ers guard Seth Curry defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)It’s NBA Trade Deadline week! (This was originally issued in the Pistons Pivot Newsletter -- sign up for it here)👀 Trade deadline weekThe NBA Trade Deadline is Thursday (March 25) at 3 p.m. -- it’s one of my favorite days of the NBA season. The NBA Trade Deadline is usually one of the most exciting days of the year, resulting in big trades with big teams in big positions. AdThree of the active rookies on the Pistons roster, (Bey, Stewart and Lee) are in the top 12 for rookie player efficiency rating.

Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk #19 of the Detroit Pistons drives against Jeff Teague #00 of the Atlanta Hawks. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)DETROIT – The Detroit Pistons have agreed to trade Svi Mykhailiuk and a 2027 second-round draft pick to the Oklahoma City Thunder for guard Hamidou Diallo, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The 22-year-old Diallo is averaging a career-best 11.9 points this season. It's another step in a drastic roster overhaul for Detroit under new general manager Troy Weaver, who was previously an executive for the Thunder. Only one player who appeared in a game for the Pistons last season is still on the roster — 20-year-old Sekou Doumbouya.

(Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)DETROIT – The Pistons return to action this week to finish off their 2020-2021 season -- here’s what we’re watching. 👀 4 things to watch in 2nd halfReturn of Killian HayesThe Pistons first-round pick has been sidelined with a hip injury for the last two months and is set to return to the floor in the coming weeks. Draft positionIf all things continue on, the Pistons should have a great shot at a top-3 draft pick, if not the top pick overall. The team isn’t winning yet, but it’s very competitive, fun to watch and filled with young, high ceiling talent. The second half will be all about the young guys getting minutes and learning to compete.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 25: Head coach Dwane Casey of the Detroit Pistons talks to Blake Griffin #23 in the second half while playing the Orlando Magic at Little Caesars Arena on November 25, 2019 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)DETROIT – Detroit Pistons and forward Blake Griffin have agreed to a contract buyout, according to ESPN. His first full season in Detroit, Griffin averaged 24.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 5.4 assists per game. Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin (23) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, in Detroit.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 25: Head coach Dwane Casey of the Detroit Pistons talks to Blake Griffin #23 in the second half while playing the Orlando Magic at Little Caesars Arena on November 25, 2019 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)DETROIT – Blake Griffin will be out of the Detroit Pistons’ lineup until he and the team can come to an agreement about his playing future, according to ESPN. His first full season in Detroit, Griffin averaged 24.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 5.4 assists per game. Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin (23) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, in Detroit.

NOTE 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. DETROIT – Detroit native and NBA analyst Chris Webber thinks the Detroit Pistons’ rebuilding process will be a “tough task,” but complimented new general manager Troy Weaver. “I think it’s going to be a tough task, and I believe he has his heart into it,” Webber said. Webber said he’s glad the team moved to Downtown Detroit and hopes they interact with the community where he grew up. As for the rest of the NBA, he thinks this year’s title goes through the defending champs.

Sekou 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.

DETROIT – The Detroit Pistons are inching closer to their final opening roster for the season after waiving LiAngelo Ball, Louis King and Anthony Lamb following Sunday’s preseason game. King signed a two-way deal with the Pistons each of the last two seasons, but only played a total of 62 minutes as a rookie. Lamb signed an exhibit 10 deal with the Pistons earlier this month after going undrafted out of the University of Vermont. -- the Pistons’ roster is now down to 17 players. Unless the NBA alters the number of players allowed on a roster this season, two more will have to be removed from this list.

The Detroit Pistons will open preseason on Friday night against the New York Knicks -- and the team will look nearly unrecognizable, thanks to a busy offseason. The Pistons, who haven’t played a game since March when their season was cut short due to the pandemic, will take the floor Friday night with a completely different look. Related: Detroit Pistons draft Hayes as first of trio of first-round picks after tradesNew general manager Troy Weaver quickly added his stamp to the team in recent weeks, with a flurry of trades, draft picks and free agent pickups. pic.twitter.com/bIjtjzJIVL — Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) December 7, 2020The Pistons and Knicks will tip off tonight at Little Caesars Arena at 7 p.m. -- with no fans in attendance. More: Who’s actually on the Detroit Pistons’ roster right now?

On 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.

DETROIT – New Detroit Pistons General Manager Troy Weaver has made dozens of moves over the last month that overshadow the signing of LiAngelo Ball. But now everyone wants to know: Who is LiAngelo Ball? READ: Here are 26 moves (trades, draft picks, free agents) Detroit Pistons have made in last monthHis oldest brother, Lonzo, was the No. LiAngelo Ball, the brother of Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball (No. Maybe LiAngelo Ball will surprise in camp and make the cut.

Troy 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.

DETROIT – 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.

DETROIT – If there were any doubt that new general manager Troy Weaver would be willing to shake up the Detroit Pistons, it’s obvious now. Detroit agreed to trade guard Luke Kennard to the Los Angeles Clippers in a deal that brought the No. The trade gave Detroit a third first-round pick. The Pistons received the 16th pick and Trevor Ariza and sent a protected future first-round selection to the Rockets. The Pistons went the international route in the first round last year as well when they took Sekou Doumbouya, a Guinea native who moved to France when he was young.

The Detroit Pistons have a very important decision to make in the upcoming NBA Draft. 7 pick, after sliding in the NBA Draft Lottery earlier this year, the Pistons are looking for a playmaker to add to a rebuilding franchise. 16 pick tonight to Detroit for a future first-round pick, sources tell ESPN. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 18, 2020The 2020 NBA Draft is Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 8 p.m. Follow live NBA Draft and Detroit Pistons updates below:

The Detroit Pistons are reportedly trading guard Bruce Brown to the Brooklyn Nets as the NBA trade season begins on Monday. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski broke the news on Monday morning, reporting the Pistons will trade Brown to the Nets for forward Dzanan Musa and a 2021 second-round pick (reportedly the Raptors original pick). The Detroit Pistons are trading G Bruce Brown to the Brooklyn Nets for F Dzanan Musa and a 2021 second-round pick, sources tell ESPN. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) November 16, 2020Bruce Brown was drafted by the Pistons in 2018 and played in 132 games for the team in two seasons. Musa, 21, has played 49 NBA games, averaging 4.3 points in 10 minutes.

DETROIT The 2020 NBA Draft Lottery was on Thursday night -- and the Detroit Pistons had a shot at the top pick. 7 overall pick in the NBA Draft Lottery, sliding down two picks from where they started in the lottery. The Pistons havent had many top-five draft picks in the teams history. In fact, the Pistons havent had a top-five pick since 2003, when they drafted Darko Milicic. The 2020 NBA Draft is currently scheduled to take place on Oct. 16, but things are fluid due to coronavirus.

DETROIT The 2020 NBA Draft Lottery is on Thursday night -- and the Detroit Pistons have a shot at the top pick. The Pistons havent had many top-three draft picks in the teams history. The 2020 NBA Draft Lottery will be held on Thursday, August 20 at 8:30 ET (ESPN). The 37th annual NBA Draft Lottery will determine the order of selection for the first 14 picks of the 2020 NBA Draft. Drawings will be conducted to determine the first four picks in the NBA Draft.

DETROIT The 2020 NBA Draft Lottery is on Thursday night -- and the Pistons have a shot at the top pick. The Pistons havent had many top-three draft picks in the teams history. The 2020 NBA Draft Lottery will be held on Thursday, August 20 at 8:30 ET (ESPN). The 37th annual NBA Draft Lottery will determine the order of selection for the first 14 picks of the 2020 NBA Draft. Drawings will be conducted to determine the first four picks in the NBA Draft.

Since Oct. 19, 2013, the Tigers, Lions, Pistons and Red Wings are a combined 5-25 in playoff games, with the Red Wings accounting for all five wins in first-round losses. So the question everyones been asking for years remains: Which team is closest to bringing a championship to Detroit? The only argument in favor of the Lions being the closest to winning a championship is the year-to-year unpredictability in the NFL. The former Red Wings legend has traded in his sweater for a suit and tie to bring Hockeytown back to glory. After floundering in the latter years of the Ken Holland era, Red Wings fans can feel optimistic about the direction of the franchise.

DETROIT The Detroit Pistons are finalizing a deal to hire Oklahoma City Thunder executive Troy Weaver as their new general manager, according to ESPNs Adrian Wojnarowski. Weaver has been with the Thunder since 2010 but spent the last two years as vice president of basketball operations. He was widely considered the top general manager candidate in the league heading into the offseason. He joined the team as an assistant general manager after spending several years as a scout and player development director for the Utah Jazz. Depending on the lottery, Weaver should have a top five pick in his first draft with Detroit.