In a surprising move, sharpshooter Duncan Robinson has agreed to a lucrative three-year, $48 million deal with the Detroit Pistons after declining his early termination option with the Miami Heat. The Pistons, who were initially looking to sign Michael Beasley before his involvement in a federal gambling probe, quickly shifted their focus to Robinson to bolster their outside shooting. Known for his deadly accuracy from beyond the arc, Robinson brings a career 39.7% 3-point shooting average and a prolific 1,192 three-pointers made since the 2019-20 season, ranking him among the top shooters in the league.
Robinson's signing comes as a strategic pivot for the Pistons, who are aiming to build on their impressive turnaround last season from a 14-win team to a playoff contender. Teaming up with newly acquired guard Caris LeVert, Robinson adds another dimension to Detroit's roster and provides the scoring punch needed to replace Beasley's production. With Robinson's sharpshooting abilities and veteran presence, the Pistons are looking to make waves in the Eastern Conference and continue their upward trajectory in the upcoming season.