Justin Grasso

Philadelphia

Managing Editor and Reporter, Philadelphia 76ers at Sports Illustrated

Reporter//Managing Editor for @76ersonSI

Articles

Contract Prediction for Detroit Pistons’ Jalen Duren

5 days ago | yardbarker.com | Justin Grasso

Soon, it will be time for Jalen Duren to land a new contract. The Detroit Pistons’ center recently wrapped up the third season of his rookie deal. Looking at the 2025 NBA rookie-scale picture, Bleacher Report’s Eric Pincus predicted what some contracts could look like for players a part of the 2022 NBA Draft class, which Duren was in. Comparing contracts for players like Jalen Johnson and Jaden McDaniels, Pincus believes Duren could get his total somewhere in the ballpark of those five-year deals.
Pistons Predicted to Pick Up International Standout in 2025 NBA Draft

5 days ago | yardbarker.com | Justin Grasso

Sydney-based small forward Alex Toohey was recently mocked to the Pistons. "Alex Toohey finished the season doubling his three-point makes from last year. Betting on him means betting on his shooting development, given what it could do for a 6'9" wing who struggles as a creator but thrives finishing plays off in transition and on cuts, drives and handoffs.
Pistons President’s Honest Take on ‘Hypothetical’ All-Star Addition

5 days ago | yardbarker.com | Justin Grasso

The assumed next step for the Detroit Pistons is adding another All-Star-caliber player to join forces with Cade Cunningham. It’s a typical formula for teams looking to fast-track their way to an NBA title. See the major potential in a homegrown star and bring in an established veteran star to increase the odds of winning it all. After going toe-to-toe with the New York Knicks for six games in the NBA Playoffs, the Pistons proved they are competitive enough to get back to the postseason next year.
Joel Embiid Lands Props From Indiana Pacers Star

5 days ago | si.com | Justin Grasso

Tyrese Haliburton’s early success in the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs is helping him get revenge on his doubters. After being labeled as one of the NBA’s most overrated players, according to a poll full of anonymous figures, Haliburton has something to prove. But the poll itself wasn’t the only motivation Haliburton needed. He has also received a boost from players outside of the Indiana Pacers’ organization, who maintain a close connection with the star guard.
Notable Knicks Fan Thanks Pistons After NY's Game 2 Win vs Celtics

5 days ago | si.com | Justin Grasso

The Detroit Pistons’ playoff run ended after six games. In a first-round series against the New York Knicks, the Pistons came up short 4-2. The series score doesn’t say just how tough the Pistons were to take down. Despite having more experience and being the higher seed in round one, the Knicks went through a lot playing a young and scrappy Pistons team. Many felt that scratching and clawing out of the first round against Detroit would negatively affect New York.
15-Year NBA Veteran Speaks on Bucks’ Situation With Doc Rivers

6 days ago | si.com | Justin Grasso

Will the Milwaukee Bucks go down a similar path as the Philadelphia 76ers by moving on from the head coach, Doc Rivers, early? So far, there hasn’t been a strong enough indication to assume that will be the case. Recently, former Sixers sharpshooter Danny Green spoke on his former head coach’s situation out in Milwaukee, noting that the Bucks have quite a bill for head coaches right now. Fortunately for Milwaukee, they were relieved of paying for Mike Budenholzer after he took a job in Phoenix.
LA Clippers Suggested to Trade for Former Detroit Pistons Standout

6 days ago | yardbarker.com | Justin Grasso

Bey’s second season certainly put him on the map. Playing in all 82 games, the former ‘Nova sharpshooter averaged 16 points per game, knocking down 35 percent of his shots. By year three, Bey was moved at the trade deadline after 52 games. The Pistons were trying to sell high while going through their rebuild. In a slightly more competitive situation, Bey’s production took a hit. Before going down with an injury last year, Bey appeared in 63 games for the Atlanta Hawks.
LA Clippers Suggested to Trade for Former Detroit Pistons Standout

6 days ago | si.com | Justin Grasso

After failing to punch their ticket to the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, the Los Angeles Clippers are entering another critical offseason. While they might not make any major changes, they certainly have some upgrades to make in the role-player department. Recently, a former Detroit Pistons standout was ranked as a top-three trade candidate for the Clippers. According to Bleacher Report’s Zach Buckley, Saddiq Bey could be a prospect on the Clippers’ radar.
Daryl Morey Uses Kawhi Leonard Example Looking at Sixers’ Next Season

6 days ago | si.com | Justin Grasso

After a disaster season for the Philadelphia 76ers, Daryl Morey and the front office don’t seem to be hitting the panic button. While some key changes to the strategy will be made, the Sixers ultimately have their core in place. They simply need key players such as Tyrese Maxey, Paul George, and Joel Embiid to get healthy. While that’s not a guarantee, Morey looks at the Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard and hopes for a similar scenario in Philadelphia with Embiid.
3-Time NBA Champion Speaks on Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Smoke

6 days ago | si.com | Justin Grasso

Will the Greek Freak part ways with the Milwaukee Bucks? The NBA will spend another offseason filled with rumors surrounding the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo after the Bucks fizzled out early in the NBA Playoffs once again. Former Philadelphia 76ers veteran Danny Green recently touched on the topic, noting that if Giannis’ mindset is simply on winning a title, asking for a ticket out of Milwaukee is the only way he’ll get where he needs to be to accomplish his second NBA Championship.