Javonte Green to Re-Sign with Pistons on One-Year Contract The Detroit Pistons finalized a one-year, $3.95 million contract with veteran forward Javonte Green on July 3, 2026, during the fourth day of NBA free agency. The deal, confirmed by a source with knowledge of the agreement, marks Green’s return to the team after a season in which he became a key contributor off the bench. Green, who turns 33 on July 23, was the sole Pistons player to appear in all 82 regular-season games in 2025, averaging 6.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.2 steals, and shooting a career-high 38.1% from beyond the arc (94-of-247) in 17.6 minutes per game. Green’s performance was a surprise, especially after signing a non-guaranteed $2.87 million contract in August 2025. During the playoffs, he emerged as a reliable option in the rotation for coach J.B. Bickerstaff, playing in 11 of 14 games and averaging 12 minutes per contest. However, his shooting efficiency dipped significantly, as he converted just 9-of-30 field goals (30%) and 7-of-27 three-pointers (25.9%). Despite the struggles, Green’s ability to stretch the floor and defend perimeter players made him a valuable asset, particularly in the second-round series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he did not play in the final three games of the seven-game loss. The Pistons’ decision to re-sign Green comes amid a busy offseason marked by significant roster changes. The team’s 15-player roster, excluding Duren and rookie Ugonna Onyenso, is already crowded, with further movement expected. On June 23, the Pistons selected Stanford guard Ebuka Okorie with the No. 17 overall pick after trading up four spots with the Memphis Grizzlies.#detroit_pistons #jb_bickerstaff #javonte_green #trajan_langdon #ebuka_okorie
Pistons To Re-Sign Javonte Green Free agent swingman Javonte Green has agreed to return to the Detroit Pistons on a one-year, $3.95 million contract, according to sources cited by Shams Charania of ESPN. The deal, which was confirmed through a Twitter link, marks Green’s second stint with the Pistons after he initially signed with the team in August 2025 on a minimum-salary contract. The Pistons retained Green’s Non-Bird rights following his initial signing, allowing them to re-sign him for up to 120% of his minimum salary. This calculation results in a total contract value of $3,943,679. Green, who will turn 33 later this summer, has spent the past seven years in the NBA, playing for multiple teams including the Boston Celtics, Chicago Bulls, New Orleans Pelicans, Cleveland Cavaliers, and the Pistons. He began his professional career as an undrafted free agent, initially playing overseas in Spain, Italy, and Germany before earning a chance with the Celtics in 2019. Despite his journeyman status, Green has consistently been a reliable role player, contributing to teams with his defensive versatility and scoring ability. During his time with the Pistons in the 2025–26 season, Green became the only player on the roster to appear in all 82 games. Standing at 6 feet 5 inches, he provided a valuable defensive presence, averaging 6.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.2 steals in 17.6 minutes per game. His shooting efficiency was notable, with a .447/.381/.840 slash line, and nearly 60% of his field goal attempts came from beyond the arc. These numbers underscore his effectiveness as a perimeter shooter and his ability to impact games in limited minutes. The Pistons’ decision to re-sign Green aligns with their broader offseason strategy, which includes re-signing fellow forward Kevin Huerter.#shams_charania #detroit_pistons #javonte_green #non_bird_rights #early_bird_rights
