Omari Sankofa II
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Detroit, MI, United States
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Monty Williams agrees to record deal to be next head coach of the Detroit Pistons
The Detroit Pistons are finalizing a record deal with Monty Williams to be the team's next head coach. → Read More
Detroit Pistons' paths for coaching search: Stick with finalists or hire fired winner?
Pistons have three finalists for their vacant coach position. But an improved field of candidates could give front office some pause. → Read More
Jaden Ivey stands out, but Detroit Pistons fall to Wizards, 119-117, on last-second tip-in
Jaden Ivey had 26 points and 12 assists but the Detroit Pistons lost to the Washington Wizards, 119-117, on a last-second tip-in Tuesday in Detroit. → Read More
Late timeout mistake costs Detroit Pistons in comeback bid against Chicago Bulls, 117-115
With the Detroit Pistons trailing by two with 9.7 seconds left, Jaden Ivey called a timeout they didn't have, ending any hopes of a comeback at LCA. → Read More
Detroit Pistons rally but controversial call helps Toronto Raptors to 95-91 win
Detroit Pistons' late rally fell just short to Toronto Raptors, after a controversial call by a referee did not allow Marvin Bagley III 3 free throws. → Read More
James Wiseman encourages in debut, but Detroit Pistons swept by Boston Celtics, 127-109
James Wiseman tallied 11 points and 5 rebounds in his first game with the Detroit Pistons, but was helpless as Celtics' Jayson Tatum erupted for 38 → Read More
Detroit Pistons' James Wiseman trade reportedly in trouble after Gary Payton II fails physical
Gary Payton II, in the deal in which the Detroit Pistons traded Saddiq Bey and Kevin Knox, failed his physical on Friday according Shams Charania. → Read More
Detroit Pistons trade Saddiq Bey, get James Wiseman in 3-team deal with Warriors, Hawks
Detroit Pistons are trading forward Saddiq Bey and acquiring center James Wiseman in a three-team deal involving Atlanta Hawks, Golden State Warriors. → Read More
Detroit Pistons decimated by Deandre Ayton, fall to Phoenix Suns, 116-100
Deandre Ayton crushed the Detroit Pistons with 31 points on 13-for-15 shooting as the Pistons' defensive woes glared in a 116-100 loss → Read More
Jaden Ivey's big night helps Detroit Pistons overcome turnovers, beat Hornets, 118-112
Jaden Ivey had 24 points and seven assists to help the Detroit Pistons overcome a sloppy night with 23 turnovers in their 118-112 win over Charlotte. → Read More
Detroit Pistons stuck in Dallas, forcing postponement of Wednesday's home game vs. Wizards
Detroit Pistons have been stranded in Dallas since Monday night due to an ice storm, forcing home game against Washington Wizards to be postponed. → Read More
Detroit Pistons signed GM Troy Weaver to secret contract extension over the summer
The Detroit Pistons have signed general manager Troy Weaver to a contract extension. → Read More
Cade Cunningham to undergo surgery, miss rest of Detroit Pistons' 2022-23 season
A surgical procedure to address a stress fracture in Cade Cunningham's left shin will end his Detroit Pistons season after 12 games. → Read More
Bojan Bogdanovic outdueled by Lakers' LeBron James, Anthony Davis in Pistons' 124-117 loss
Bojan Bogdanovic scored 38 points, but LA Lakers' LeBron James and Anthony Davis combined for 69 points to send Detroit Pistons to 3rd straight loss → Read More
'She’s got this ultimate care factor': How Niele Ivey made an imprint with the Grizzlies
Before taking over as Notre Dame women's basketball's head coach, Niele Ivey was an assistant with the Grizzlies. Her positive energy made an imprint. → Read More
As NBA grapples with antisemitism, Arn Tellem's family history educates Detroit Pistons
Nearly every Pistons employee attended the Zekelman Holocaust Center’s 38th Anniversary Benefit, where Arn Tellem talked about his Jewish history. → Read More
Detroit Pistons' Cade Cunningham out indefinitely, might need shin surgery
Detroit Pistons suspect a stress fracture is causing Cade Cunningham's shin soreness, and are evaluating their options → Read More
Detroit Pistons honor St. Cecilia basketball gym with green City Edition jerseys
The City Edition jerseys will be worn in six Detroit Pistons games and go on sale Nov. 10. A portion of the proceeds will support St. Cecilia's gym. → Read More
Detroit Pistons' third-quarter surge fuels comeback, win over OKC Thunder, 112-103
The Detroit Pistons picked up their game in the second half and held on for a 112-103 win over the Thunder on Monday at Little Caesars Arena. → Read More
Detroit Pistons upset Golden State Warriors, snap five-game skid with 128-114 win
Saddiq Bey had 28 points and Isaiah Stewart had a career-high 24 points as the Detroit Pistons beat the Golden State Warriors, 128-114, on Sunday. → Read More