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Porzingis Progressing Well for NBA Finals Return

Kristaps Porzingis is making good progress in his rehab from a right calf strain and participated fully in a recent Celtics practice. Jayson Tatum sees the Celtics' potential return to the Finals as a chance for redemption. The Bulls have lowered their asking price for Zach LaVine, who may benefit from a change of scenery. Trajan Langdon has been endorsed by league executives, including Nets GM Sean Marks, as the new Pistons president of basketball operations.

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Pistons Fire GM Troy Weaver, Hire Trajan Langdon as New President

Michael Blackstone is the favorite to become the Detroit Pistons' second-in-command under new head of basketball operations Trajan Langdon. Other candidates include Matt Lloyd, Travis Schlenk, Brock Aller, and Tayshaun Prince. The Pistons recently parted ways with GM Troy Weaver, whose tenure was marked by poor draft decisions. The team is also considering Matas Buzelis as a potential pick in this year's draft.

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Pistons Replace GM Troy Weaver with Trajan Langdon

The Detroit Pistons and GM Troy Weaver have mutually agreed to part ways, with Trajan Langdon set to take over as the new head of basketball operations. Weaver, who led a full-scale rebuild since 2020, declined an off-site scouting role and will leave the organization. Despite some successful draft picks, the team's performance did not meet expectations, prompting the change. Langdon is expected to have significant freedom to reshape the front office and coaching staff.

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Pistons Appoint Trajan Langdon as New President, Fire GM Troy Weaver

The Detroit Pistons have appointed Trajan Langdon as President of Basketball Operations, leading to the mutual departure of General Manager Troy Weaver. Langdon, who brings 12 years of front office and scouting experience, most recently served as GM of the New Orleans Pelicans. Pistons owner Tom Gores praised Weaver's contributions to the team's rebuild and expressed confidence in Langdon's ability to elevate the franchise. Langdon aims to leverage the Pistons' young talent, salary cap flexibility, and draft position to enhance the team.

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Detroit Pistons Appoint Trajan Langdon as New President, Fire GM Troy Weaver

The Detroit Pistons have hired Trajan Langdon as their new president of basketball operations, replacing Troy Weaver. Langdon, previously the GM of the New Orleans Pelicans, is tasked with turning around a team that had the worst record in the NBA last season. He has full authority over the front office and coaching staff, and will soon decide on the future of coach Monty Williams. The Pistons have the fifth pick in the 2024 draft and $64 million in cap space.

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Pistons Appoint Trajan Langdon as New President, Part Ways with GM Troy Weaver

The Detroit Pistons have appointed Trajan Langdon as President of Basketball Operations. Langdon, who has extensive experience in NBA front offices, will lead the expansion of the Pistons' leadership team, focusing on strategy, player personnel, and operations. He previously served as General Manager of the New Orleans Pelicans and has held roles with the Brooklyn Nets, Cleveland Cavaliers, and San Antonio Spurs. Langdon aims to leverage Detroit's young talent, draft position, and salary cap flexibility to enhance the team's performance.

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Detroit Pistons Fire GM Troy Weaver, Name Trajan Langdon as New President

Troy Weaver has been dismissed as the general manager of the Detroit Pistons amid a front office shakeup led by Trajan Langdon. Under Weaver's leadership, the Pistons had the NBA's worst record over the past two seasons and set a single-season record with 28 consecutive losses. Langdon, who previously improved the New Orleans Pelicans' performance, will now take over as the Pistons aim to rebuild around Cade Cunningham and restore the franchise's former glory.

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Pistons Fire GM Troy Weaver, Hire Trajan Langdon as New President

The Detroit Pistons and General Manager Troy Weaver have mutually agreed to part ways, with Trajan Langdon set to take over as the new head of basketball operations. Weaver, who was hired in 2020 and led a full-scale rebuild, declined an off-site scouting role offered by the team. Despite some successful draft picks, the Pistons struggled under Weaver's tenure, culminating in a league-worst 14 wins this past season. Langdon is expected to have significant freedom to make changes, and Michael Blackstone is a potential candidate for a key front office role.

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Pistons Fire GM Weaver, Name Langdon New President

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.

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Pistons Fire GM Troy Weaver, Eye Pelicans' Michael Blackstone

The Detroit Pistons are parting ways with general manager Troy Weaver after nearly four years, following a disappointing tenure marked by a 74-244 record and the worst season in franchise history. The team has hired Trajan Langdon as the new president of basketball operations. Weaver's efforts to rebuild the team with young talent and cap space did not translate into on-court success, leading to his departure.

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Pistons to Hire Pelicans GM Trajan Langdon as President

The Detroit Pistons are set to hire Trajan Langdon as their new president of basketball operations, aiming to revamp their front office after five consecutive losing seasons. Langdon, previously the GM of the New Orleans Pelicans, is expected to bring a fresh perspective and make significant roster changes, including decisions on GM Troy Weaver and head coach Monty Williams. The Pistons, who have the No. 5 overall pick and over $60 million in cap space, are looking to build around their core, including Cade Cunningham, to turn their fortunes around.

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Pistons to Hire Trajan Langdon as New President, Monty Williams' Future Uncertain

The Detroit Pistons are reportedly finalizing a deal to hire New Orleans Pelicans GM Trajan Langdon as their president of basketball operations, who will decide the future of head coach Monty Williams and GM Troy Weaver. Despite Williams having $60 million remaining on his contract, team governor Tom Gores is willing to cover the cost if Langdon opts for a new coach. Williams' first season saw the Pistons finish with an NBA-worst 14-68 record, raising questions about his decisions and the team's direction.

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Pistons Hire Trajan Langdon as New Basketball Operations President

The Detroit Pistons have hired Trajan Langdon, former GM of the New Orleans Pelicans, as their new president of basketball operations. Langdon, known as "the Alaskan Assassin," has a rich history in basketball, including a successful playing career and various executive roles with the Spurs, Cavaliers, and Nets. He aims to revitalize the Pistons after their worst season in franchise history.

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Pistons Hire Trajan Langdon as New President of Basketball Operations

The Detroit Pistons are finalizing a deal to hire Trajan Langdon as president of basketball operations after a thorough search. Langdon, currently the GM of the New Orleans Pelicans, will have the authority to make all basketball decisions, including the futures of GM Troy Weaver and head coach Monty Williams. The Pistons, coming off a disastrous 14-68 season, aim to rebuild with Langdon's leadership, leveraging their top-five draft pick and significant cap space.