Welcome back to POP On the Clock! This week was an important (and stressful) one for Pistons fans as Cade Cunningham had to go through the second, third, and fourth picks of the draft in consecutive games. In what was an eventful week for Pistons fans, we bring you a recap of everything that went…
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POP On the Clock: The MotorCade Arrives
Welcome back to POP On the Clock for your weekly recap of all things Detroit Pistons! After a slow, brutal first week of basketball in Detroit, the Pistons finally got to see the arrival of their star prospect, Cade Cunningham on Saturday night and secure their first win of the young season. This week, we’ll…
BREAKING: Cade Cunningham Not Listed on Injury Report for Saturday Game vs Orlando
Cade Cunningham has not been listed on the injury report for Saturday’s game against the Orlando Magic, implying that he will make his debut, per Keith Langlois. Cunningham, who was the first overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft, has been rehabbing from an ankle injury with the Pistons’ G-League affiliate, the Motor City Cruise….
POP On The Clock: Saddiq Bey is THAT DUDE! But What is Killian Hayes…?
Welcome back to POP On The Clock! The last time I had the pleasure of writing this piece, I was busy mulling over Andre Drummond getting shipped to the Cavaliers before a virus decided to mess up everyone’s plans. It’s great to be back for the 75th anniversary of the NBA and the newfound, revitalized…
REPORT: Pistons to Un-Retire Number 2 and Give to Cade Cunningham
The Detroit Pistons have made the decision to un-retire #2, which was retired in the name of late head coach Chuck Daly, and give the number to Cade Cunningham with the permission of the Daly family, according to Ryan Slocum. For the weeks leading up to the draft, questions arose about whether or not Cunningham…
REPORT: Detroit Pistons to Select Cade Cunningham with First Overall Pick, Adrian Wojnarowski Reports
After plenty of speculation about Troy Weaver’s intentions with the first overall pick, Adrian Wojnarowski has announced that the Pistons will be selecting Cade Cunningham with the first overall pick of the 2021 NBA Draft. In a following tweet, Wojnarowski explains that representatives from the Pistons front office met with Cunningham, the widely speculated top…
Key Takeaways From the Pistons’ Preseason Loss to the Knicks
After nine months without Pistons basketball, it almost feels like Christmas. The Pistons have finally returned to the hardwood, losing to the Knicks 90-84 at Little Caesars’ Arena in their first preseason contest. While the outcome was disappointing, it’s always key to remember that it’s the preseason and nothing more. Now is a time for…
REPORT: Pistons Waive Dewayne Dedmon
The Detroit Pistons have waived recently-acquired center Dewayne Dedmon, per James Edwards III. Dedmon was acquired in a trade with the Atlanta Hawks that sent away Tony Snell and Khyri Thomas. Dedmon, who’s guaranteed salary was $13.3MM, wasn’t expected to be on the Pistons’ roster for long. It’s widely assumed that Detroit will use the…
REPORT: Pistons Acquire Delon Wright, Send Ariza to OKC in Three Team Deal
The Detroit Pistons have acquired Mavericks point guard Delon Wright in exchange for Trevor Ariza in a three team deal with the Dallas Mavericks and Oklahoma City Thunder. Wright, a veteran point guard for the Dallas Mavericks, averaged 6.9 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists in the 2019-20 season. Ariza, who was acquired this week…
REPORT: Pistons Decline to Extend Qualifying Offer for Thon Maker, Maker to Enter Free Agency
The Detroit Pistons have decided against extending a qualifying offer to Thon Maker, allowing Maker to enter the upcoming free agency period. A center, Maker averaged 4.7 points, 2.8 rebounds and 0.6 assist on 48.2% free throw shooting in 12.9 minutes of action per night. Maker was acquired in a three-team trade in 2019. This…
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