Detroit Pistons Keeping Duncan Robinson, Will Not Waive Former Michigan Star
The Detroit Pistons have decided to hold onto Duncan Robinson rather than release him, according to a new report. The former Michigan standout stays on the roster.
Pistons Decide to Keep Duncan Robinson
The Detroit Pistons will not waive Duncan Robinson, according to a report from ClickOnDetroit and WDIV Local 4. The decision means the sharpshooting guard, who made a name for himself at the University of Michigan before carving out a long NBA career, will remain on the Pistons roster for now.
Robinson is well known in Michigan basketball circles. He played college ball for the Wolverines and became one of the more recognizable three-point specialists to come out of that program. His ties to the state make any roster decision involving him a locally charged story in Detroit.
What This Means for the Roster
Retaining Robinson gives Detroit a veteran presence on the wing. He has spent the bulk of his professional career with the Miami Heat, where he developed into one of the league's more reliable long-range shooters. His shooting ability remains his calling card, and teams around the league have valued that skill set throughout his career.
The Pistons are in a rebuilding phase, having spent recent years accumulating young talent through the draft. Adding or keeping veterans like Robinson can provide a steadying influence in the locker room and on the floor, particularly for younger players learning the pace and physicality of NBA competition.
With the decision to hold onto Robinson now confirmed by reporting, the focus shifts to how he fits into head coach J.B. Bickerstaff's rotation and what kind of role he will play as the team moves forward through the season.
Robinson's Background and NBA Career
Robinson went undrafted out of Michigan in 2018 and signed with the Heat as a free agent. He worked his way into the rotation and eventually became a starter, known almost exclusively for his ability to space the floor and knock down catch-and-shoot threes at a high rate. At his peak, he ranked among the league leaders in three-pointers made.
His path from undrafted prospect to reliable rotation player made him a popular figure among fans who follow both Michigan basketball and the NBA. His arrival in Detroit, a market deeply connected to Wolverines basketball, added another layer of interest to his situation.
The Pistons confirmed through their roster decisions that Robinson is part of their plans. ClickOnDetroit and WDIV Local 4 first reported that a waiver was not coming, putting speculation to rest for the time being.
