With the Pistons flirting with the worst season in franchise history, GM Troy Weaver remains confident in the team's future.
In a letter to the fans published Monday, Weaver acknowledged the disappointment of the Pistons' 16-62 record and "the urgency to which our fans want to win and see us move back up the ladder of the NBA’s hierarchy."
He also pointed out that "rebuilding a team does not always follow a linear path," citing this year's season-ending injury to franchise player Cade Cunningham, and reiterated his faith in the Pistons' long-term plan.
"We are in an excellent spot to upgrade our roster this offseason," Weaver said. "We’ve positioned ourselves for another high draft choice in this year’s draft, we have a favorable salary cap position, and we’ll continue to talk with teams and evaluate trade opportunities as they present themselves."
The Pistons are headed for their third straight last-place finish in as many seasons under Weaver, who took over a full-scale rebuild when he arrived in the summer of 2020. But they will enter this offseason with considerable cap space and likely another top-five pick in the draft as they look to build around a core featuring Cunningham, Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren.
"Make no mistake – we are all disappointed with our record this season but are confident that we continue to be on the right path to success," Weaver said. "We appreciate your patience, trust and loyal support as we continue this journey together.
"You deserve the opportunity to celebrate this team once again as a fixture among the NBA’s best, a bedrock of this city and its culture. We are partners with you in building greatness together."
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