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The Detroit Pistons are in serious discussions to hire Michael Blackstone, currently the VP of basketball administration for the New Orleans Pelicans, as their No. 2 decision-maker under Trajan Langdon. This move follows the departure of Troy Weaver, who was offered a smaller role within the franchise.
The Detroit Pistons fired general manager Troy Weaver after a franchise-record losing season, finishing with a 14-68 record. New team president Trajan Langdon is considering New Orleans Pelicans' Michael Blackstone as a potential replacement. Weaver, who declined an off-site scouting role, was hired in 2020 and oversaw four consecutive lottery picks, including Cade Cunningham. The Pistons last won a postseason game in 2008 and last made the playoffs in 2019.
The Detroit Pistons have parted ways with GM Troy Weaver and are in serious talks to hire Pelicans executive Michael Blackstone as the No. 2 decision-maker under new president of basketball operations Trajan Langdon. Weaver, who joined the Pistons in 2020, was known for his talent evaluation but faced criticism for asset management and team building. The Pistons now have over $60 million in cap space to potentially accelerate their rebuilding process.