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John Collins embraces new role with Pistons ahead of 2026-27 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 3:22 AM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

John Collins embraces new role with Pistons ahead of 2026-27 season

Summary

John Collins has joined the Detroit Pistons on a three-year deal, aiming for a fresh start in his tenth NBA season. After playing for the Los Angeles Clippers last season, Collins expressed enthusiasm for his new team and his role at power forward, potentially replacing veteran Tobias Harris. The Pistons seek to improve their shooting with the addition of Collins, who averaged 41% from three-point range last season. During training camp, he emphasized a strong mutual interest in making the deal happen and aims to contribute to Detroit's offensive dynamic.

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Key Details

•Collins signed a three-year deal with the Pistons during free agency.
•He aims to replace Tobias Harris at power forward for the upcoming season.
•Collins averaged 41% from beyond the arc last season.
•He displayed energy and excitement during training camp.
•Collins is expected to provide leadership and athleticism to the Pistons.

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3:22 AMYahoo Sports — Pistons news: John Collins is fully embracing fresh start in Detroit

What they're saying

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One of the most exciting parts of the Detroit Pistons’ 2026-27 season is adding veteran John Collins . Detroit agreed to terms on a three-year deal with the 29-year-old forward during free agency this offseason. Collins enters his tenth season in the NBA with high expectations from the Pistons. Detroit will be his fourth team after finishing last […] The post Pistons news: John Collins is fully embracing fresh start in Detroit appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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