Pistons' Okorie, Jenkins compete for backup point guard role
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 6:20 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Ebuka Okorie and Daniss Jenkins are battling for the backup point guard position with the Detroit Pistons. Okorie, selected at No. 17 in the recent NBA Draft, led the ACC in scoring and has shown potential as a playmaker. Jenkins, who was undrafted in 2024, made significant strides in his second season after earning a two-year contract. The performances of both players could enhance the Pistons' offensive capabilities as they seek to address previous weaknesses in shot creation. The competition for minutes may also allow them to thrive alongside Cade Cunningham.
- •Okorie traded up to No. 17 in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Jenkins averaged 14.9 points and 5.4 assists at St. John's.
- •Both players excelled in assist-to-turnover ratios.
- •Pistons seek to improve half-court scoring after playoff exit.
- •Cunningham's presence could provide a boost to both players.
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"Ebuka Okorie and Daniss Jenkins are fighting for the same Pistons minutes, and the winner changes Detroit's ceiling. #Pistons
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