Draymond Green discusses John Collins as Pistons' key replacement for Harris
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 12:01 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green highlighted John Collins as a crucial player for the Detroit Pistons, who are adjusting after the departure of Tobias Harris. During a podcast, Green emphasized the significance of Collins stepping into a larger role next season, given his mix of starting and bench experiences in recent years. The Pistons are also facing uncertainty at the center position with Jalen Duren's contract situation remaining unresolved. Collins, previously with the Los Angeles Clippers and known for his time with the Utah Jazz, is expected to fill the gap left by Harris, who has moved to the San Antonio Spurs after a stint in Detroit where he averaged 13.3 points per game last season.
- •Draymond Green emphasizes the importance of John Collins for the Pistons.
- •Tobias Harris departs for the San Antonio Spurs after two seasons with Detroit.
- •The Pistons face uncertainty at center with Jalen Duren's contract situation.
- •Collins transitions from a mix of starting and bench roles to a more prominent position.
- •Harris averaged 13.3 points and 5.1 rebounds during his last season in Detroit.
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"The Detroit Pistons have been facing a lot of questions at the center position due to Jalen Duren’s unwillingness to take the deal that’s on the table. However, Duren isn’t the only big question out of Detroit. While previewing some of the Eastern Conference’s top contenders, Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green shined a spotlight […] The post Warriors Star Applies Pressure To Pistons’ Tobias Harris Replacement appeared first on HEAVY.
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