Malik Beasley’s status in the federal gambling probe has shifted dramatically: he is no longer considered a target by the Eastern District of New York, clearing a path for his free agency to resume. Beasley’s camp asserts he remains uncharged, and the disclosure could reopen selective talks with NBA teams soon after a turbulent offseason in which Beasley’s market cooled once word of the probe broke. Detroit’s three-year, $42 million offer reportedly evaporated as teams paused, leaving Beasley’s camp optimistic about regaining traction as a top-tier shooter with proven catch-and-shoot value.

Beasley finished strong for the Pistons in his first full season with the team, shattering franchise 3-point records and providing bench scoring as a versatile guard. With the league watching tighter on gambling-related activity and prop bets, teams will weigh Beasley’s on-court upside against the off-court scrutiny—especially since the NBA and NBPA have signaled a path for tighter regulation without systemic alarm bells, potentially shaping Beasley’s role and fantasy value this season.

Javonte Green signed with Detroit on a one-year deal, adding defensive savvy and toughness to a wing rotation that already features dynamic young wings. The deal makes 14 players under contract for the Pistons next season, though it isn’t clear if it’s fully guaranteed. Green, 32, is known for his perimeter defense and two-way versatility, averaging 5.1 points and 3.2 rebounds split between New Orleans and Cleveland last year after a Pelicans buyout.

Detroit’s likely starting duo appears to be Jaden Ivey and Ausar Thompson, with Caris LeVert and Duncan Robinson coming off the bench behind them. Marcus Sasser and Ron Holland II should also be in the mix. The aim: push the defense into the top 10, giving coach a deeper, more flexible rotation on the wings. The addition reinforces a commitment to defense and adds another solid option in the backcourt/wing mix.

Green’s signing broadens the Pistons’ defensive schemes and offers a reliable defender to guard multiple positions. The wing depth will be tested as Ivey and Ausar anchor the lineup, with LeVert, Robinson, Sasser and Holland pushing for minutes as Detroit pursues a tougher, more versatile defensive identity.

Detroit's offseason pivot centers on preserving a contending core while reshaping around Cunningham. Ausar Thompson, Jalen Duren and Jaden Ivey return, giving Detroit a young, explosive core ready to attack a softened Eastern Conference. The Pistons added Caris LeVert and Duncan Robinson to inject shot-making and playmaking, offsetting losses like Tim Hardaway Jr., Dennis Schroder and Malik Beasley. A Sports Illustrated mock trades Michael Porter Jr. from Brooklyn for Tobias Harris, Marcus Sasser, Bobi Klintman and a protected 2027 first. Porter Jr. would bring scoring punch and spacing, likely serving as the second option behind Cunningham, while his defense has improved. The deal carries risk in surrendering veteran Harris and developmental guard Sasser, and Porter Jr.’s injury history adds volatility. If Porter Jr. fits, Detroit could become a legitimate contender around its young core for the next several years.

Dallas locked in D’Angelo Russell on a two-year, $13 million deal to steady the offense while Kyrie Irving heals, a move aimed at keeping the Mavericks’ attack cohesive with Anthony Davis and Klay Thompson as surrounding talent in the broader discussion. Russell’s career averages (17.3 PPG, 5.7 APG) suggest he’ll be more than a stopgap and should help with floor spacing and decision-making as Dallas navigates injury-prone star timing. Brooklyn’s disciplined, structure-first culture stands out as a blueprint the Mavericks hope to borrow, especially on smart recovery and professionalism.

Russell’s path—LA, Brooklyn, Golden State, Minnesota—built a professional baseline that Dallas hopes to leverage, balancing his shot creation with playmaking around a roster that’s viewed through the lens of durability. The Nets era is highlighted as a model for a serious, recovery-focused environment that could unlock peak efficiency for the supporting cast, even if the public persona of that team once looked more like a social-media sensation than a meticulous program.

The Detroit Pistons are looking to build on their remarkable turnaround last season, when they transitioned from the worst record in the NBA to a playoff appearance. This offseason has been tumultuous, highlighted by the investigation into Malik Beasley related to gambling allegations, leading to stalled contract negotiations. Losing Dennis Schroder and Tim Hardaway Jr. in free agency added to their challenges. However, the acquisition of Caris LeVert and Duncan Robinson via a sign-and-trade has bolstered their bench scoring. Despite these ups and downs, there's optimism surrounding the development of their young core, including Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey, and Ron Holland II, positioning the Pistons as potential contenders in the Eastern Conference.