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Pistons Finalize One-Year Deal With Javonte Green

Green is expected to sign a veteran-minimum deal that has not been disclosed, positioning him to bolster Detroit’s perimeter defense.

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Apr 4, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Javonte Green (8) shoots in the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Shams Charania reports the Pistons are finalizing a one-year contract with Green for the 2025-26 NBA season.
  • Green is a 32-year-old defensive-minded wing who went undrafted in 2015 and played in Europe before earning an NBA roster spot in 2019.
  • He finished the 2024-25 campaign averaging about 5.1 points and 3.2 rebounds in 68 games split between the Pelicans and Cavaliers.
  • With Detroit carrying 13 players on standard contracts, Green is expected to compete for one of the final two slots on the 15-man roster.
  • His addition adds veteran defensive depth to a Pistons rotation prioritizing low-cost, experienced perimeter defenders under the salary cap.