Detroit Pistons pursue LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard this offseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 1:53 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
During the 2026 NBA Draft, ESPN insider Brian Windhorst reported that the Detroit Pistons may target LeBron James or Kawhi Leonard. The Pistons have created salary cap space for high-profile signings following the trade of Isaiah Stewart. LeBron is a free agent, and while interest exists, it's uncertain if he would choose Detroit. Leonard would require a trade from the Los Angeles Clippers, but the Pistons reportedly would not need to offer a significant package to acquire him.
- •Pistons may target LeBron James or Kawhi Leonard this offseason.
- •Salary cap space opened after trading Isaiah Stewart.
- •LeBron is a free agent with multiple potential suitors.
- •Kawhi Leonard would require a trade from the Clippers.
- •Pistons had strong performance as the top seed in the East.
- 1:53 AMYahoo Sports — Detroit Pistons rumor brings stunning LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard scenario
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