Pistons seek increased offensive production from Ausar Thompson

The Detroit Pistons face questions regarding their secondary scoring options as the 2026-27 NBA season nears. Cade Cunningham remains the primary scoring threat, but vacancies in the roster following personnel moves have placed pressure on younger players. Jalen Duren is currently a restricted free agent in a contract stalemate, while Tobias Harris and Isaiah Stewart have departed the team. Analysts point toward Ausar Thompson and Ron Holland II as candidates to bridge the scoring gap. Thompson, entering his fourth season, shot 25 percent from three-point range and 57.1 percent from the free-throw line last year. Achieving a more consistent jumper and ball-handling ability is viewed as a necessary step for Thompson to elevate his role alongside Cunningham.

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