Pistons focus on backcourt talent in draft workouts ahead of June selections
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 5:14 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Pistons began their predraft workouts on June 2 with a lineup featuring guards Nick Boyd, Nate Johnson, Xaivian Lee, and forward Rafael Castro. With the 21st overall pick in the upcoming draft, the early focus indicates a strategy aimed at enhancing scoring and perimeter shooting to support Cade Cunningham. The choice of players suggests the team is prioritizing ballhandling and shot creation to address lineup needs. Further workouts are planned, which will provide additional insights into the Pistons' drafting intentions leading up to the June 23-24 event.
- •Pistons opened predraft workouts on June 2.
- •First workout featured three guards and one forward.
- •Focus on scoring and shooting supports guard Cade Cunningham.
- •Team looking to improve ballhandling and spacing.
- •More workouts will refine draft strategy ahead of selections.
- 5:14 PMYahoo Sports — Pistons Draft Workouts Signal Backcourt Focus
"Pistons draft workouts opened with a clear backcourt focus at No. 21. See what Detroit’s first group reveals about draft priorities.
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