Eastern Conference · Central Division
GM: Trajan Langdon
Roster grades based on player performance, contract value, and fan sentiment.
18
Players
11
Transactions
9
Contracts Graded
*(15 active roster + 2 two-way contracts)
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Grade this team's roster:
The Detroit Pistons are getting below-average value relative to their spending, earning a D CVI grade across 9 contracts evaluated. 5 contracts grade as positive value (B+ or better), while 1 falls below fair market value. The front office has demonstrated strong financial discipline, finding value throughout the roster. Salary obligations limit the team's flexibility, making it difficult to add impact players without creative financial maneuvering. Of 18 total rostered players, 9 have contracts eligible for CVI evaluation. The team will need some contracts to outperform their grades to justify the current spending level.
The Detroit Pistons roster grades as average overall, earning a C- Performance grade based on 18 graded players. The roster features 2 All-Star caliber performers (A-grade), providing a high-end talent foundation. 7 players grade as quality starters (B-range), 8 as rotation contributors (C-range), and 1 as depth or below (D/F-range). The top-end talent combined with quality depth makes this a legitimate contender on paper. An active season with 11 moves shows the front office is aggressively reshaping the roster. The roster needs development from young players or a mid-season upgrade to become a real threat.
Fan and media sentiment around the Detroit Pistons' season has been mixed, earning a C overall sentiment grade. Of 8 graded moves, 2 received positive reactions, 1 were mixed, and 5 drew negative sentiment. The most well-received move was the Kevin Huerter acquisition, which earned a A+ sentiment grade. The most criticized move was the Bobi Klintman transaction, which received a F sentiment grade. Fan sentiment is split — some see a team on the rise, while others want bolder moves. How sentiment evolves will depend heavily on how new acquisitions perform early in the season.