In another move toward a rebuild,the Detroit Pistons have bought out Power Forward Markieff Morris. This move should come as no surprise after Morris recieved a DNP-Coach’s decision last night. Markieff has received interest from the Los Angeles Lakers, and the Toronto Raptors.
Two weeks ago, the Pistons traded Andre Drummond and got very little in return, and the trade was not much more than a salary dump. Moving Drummond signaled that a rebuild was on its way. This came as a surprise to some, but in January, Owner Tom Gores had hinted at rebuilding when speaking to media. The buyout of Reggie Jackson meant that in managements view, this team was not going to be anything other than mediocre. Jackson was one of the reasons that the Pistons had been staying somewhat decent. The focus now shifts to the NBA Draft Lottery in March.
Expect Sekou Doumbouya, Thon Maker, and Christian Wood to get an increase in minutes, barring another roster move.Detroit could, however use their newly gained roster spot to call up Grand Rapids Drive Forward, Donta Hall.
Piston Territory 