Pistons extend Kevin Huerter's contract amid offseason scrutiny
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 1:33 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The Detroit Pistons re-signed guard Kevin Huerter to a three-year deal worth $27 million. This decision has drawn criticism as Huerter struggled during his first season with the Pistons, shooting just 29% from three-point range. His acquisition, aimed at boosting the team's shooting around Cade Cunningham, has not yielded the desired results. The Pistons have also lost key players Tobias Harris and Isaiah Stewart this offseason, raising questions about their roster improvements compared to rivals in the Eastern Conference.
- •Pistons signed Kevin Huerter to a $27 million extension on July 4, 2026.
- •Huerter shot 29% from three-point range in 25 games with Detroit.
- •Detroit lost key players Tobias Harris and Isaiah Stewart this offseason.
- •Pistons added Isaiah Joe and John Collins but face competition in the East.
- 1:33 AMYahoo Sports — Pistons' $27 million signing named one of offseason's worst overpays
"The Detroit Pistons paid a hefty price to retain a free agent, and not everybody is a big fan of the deal.
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