Detroit Pistons: Who might not return with Cade Cunningham on the way

Detroit Pistons on the chopping block: Jerami Grant – Stay

Jerami Grant has been the subject of plenty of trade discussions all season, understandable as he turned into a borderline All-Star in his first season with the Pistons. Regardless of the results of the lottery results trade rumors were likely to persist this offseason. Now teams like the Golden State Warriors could weigh sending multiple draft picks to the Pistons to help them build their youthful foundation.

However, this was always about far more than the wins and losses last season for Grant and the Pistons. James Edwards III of The Athletic penned a much-talked-about piece that detailed how building a culture with a team led by a Black head coach and general manager mattered to him. He wants to build something great in Detroit and the organization sees him as a part of their future.

Lucky for everyone involved, jumping up to number one has accelerated the timeline of the restoration. Grant fits a lineup of Cunningham, Hayes, Bey and Isaiah Stewart perfectly and would finally have some of the load lightened by playing with someone as pro-ready as Cunningham is. Troy Weaver has made it abundantly clear that he will listen to any and all offers, but the smart money is on Grant remaining part of the future.