Andre Drummond Player Rumors
All the Player Rumors about Andre Drummond.
Charania’s Latest: Kuzma, Love, Russell, Covington, Rose, Drummond
2020/02/charanias-latest-kuzma-love-russell-covington-rose-drummond.htmlThe market for the Pistons' Andre Drummond is "stagnant." Drummond's high salary and ability to opt out in the summer makes it difficult to find a suitable trade, Charania notes.
Trade Rumors: Clippers, Pelicans, Randle, Rose
2020/02/trade-rumors-clippers-pelicans-randle-rose.htmlWindhorst mentioned Pistons big man Andre Drummond as a possible Clippers target, though he cautions that such a deal would be difficult, noting that Drummond is simply a best-case example of the type of player L.A.
Woj’s Latest: Love, Bucks, Lakers, Clippers, More
2020/02/wojs-latest-love-bucks-lakers-clippers-more.htmlIf the Pistons can get a first-round pick for Andre Drummond, they seem likely pull the trigger. … Andre Iguodala, for instance, would almost certainly gravitate toward either the Lakers or Clippers if he's bought out, per Wojnarowski.
Lowe’s Latest: Redick, Bertans, Collins, Drummond, OKC, More
2020/02/lowes-latest-redick-bertans-collins-drummond-okc-more.htmlThe Pistons' talks involving Andre Drummond aren't entirely dormant, but it's "far from a sure thing" that he'll be moved, according to Lowe, who suggests that even if Detroit does make a deal, the return will likely be less than the team envisioned.
Knicks Notes: Morris, Perry, Schroder, Robinson
2020/02/knicks-notes-morris-perry-schroder-robinson.htmlPopper also states that New York may be willing to trade for Pistons center Andre Drummond as a way to unload Julius Randle, who will make $18.9MM next season. … Drummond is expected to opt out of his $28MM salary, which would provide a huge amount of cap room.
Pistons Notes: Doumbouya, Drummond, Wood
2020/01/pistons-notes-doumbouya-drummond-wood.htmlThis may be Andre Drummond's last season - or even his last week - with the Pistons, as the free-agent-to-be is also a candidate to be traded before next Thursday's deadline. … Even if he does end up leaving Detroit, Drummond will still have a special place in the hearts of the team's fans, according to Eric Woodyard of ESPN, who explores the connection the veteran center has built with the city since being drafted in 2012.
Knicks Notes: Smith, Trier, Drummond, Morris
2020/01/knicks-notes-smith-trier-drummond-morris.htmlThe Knicks still aren't showing interest in Pistons center Andre Drummond, according to Stefan Bondy of The New York Daily News. … Drummond is averaging 17.3 points and a league-best 15.6 rebounds per game, but he has a $29MM player option for next season and the Knicks aren't interested in a short-term rental.
Charania’s Latest: Rockets, Mavs, Drummond, Pelicans
2020/01/charanias-latest-rockets-mavs-drummond-pelicans.htmlThe Pistons don't appear to have any momentum toward an Andre Drummond trade. … We previously heard that the Hawks and Knicks have pulled out of the Drummond sweepstakes, and Charania suggests that's the case for the Celtics too.
O’Connor’s Latest: Gallinari, Mavs, Sixers, Drummond, More
2020/01/oconnors-latest-gallinari-mavs-sixers-drummond-more.htmlAs a report last week confirmed, the Hawks and Pistons had been discussing a trade that would have sent Andre Drummond to Atlanta for a package headlined by Chandler Parsons' expiring contract and the Nets' lottery-protected 2020 first-round pick. … Multiple league sources tell O'Connor that the Hawks ended up being unwilling to include that first-rounder due to concerns about how high Drummond's contract demands are.
Pistons Notes: Jackson, Mykhailiuk, Drummond
2020/01/pistons-notes-jackson-mykhailiuk-drummond.htmlAs trade rumors continue to swirl around Pistons big man Andre Drummond, Dwane Casey looked to put a positive spin on the chatter and speculation, as A.
Trade Rumors: Bucks, Rockets, Covington, Heat, More
2020/01/trade-rumors-bucks-rockets-covington-heat-more.htmlThe Hawks' trade interest in Andre Drummond - which has apparently ended - was believed to be more ownership-driven, according to Chris Mannix of SI.com, who says the Pistons don't have any real traction on a Drummond deal for now.
Knicks Have No Interest In Andre Drummond Trade
2020/01/knicks-have-no-interest-in-andre-drummond-trade.htmlDespite a report last week linking them to trade candidate Andre Drummond, the Knicks have no interest in trading for the Pistons' center at this year's deadline, a source tells Marc Berman of The New York Post. … Detroit reportedly reached out to the Knicks about Drummond, and while one report suggested talks between the two teams were more than just exploratory, there's no indication they gained real traction.
Hawks No Longer Pursuing Andre Drummond Trade
2020/01/hawks-no-longer-pursuing-andre-drummond.htmlThe Hawks traded for one veteran today but are no longer pursuing another, according to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports, who reports that Atlanta has ended its negotiations with the Pistons for center Andre Drummond. … According to Haynes, the Hawks and Pistons discussed a swap that would have sent a first-round pick, Damian Jones, and an expiring contract (either Chandler Parsons' or Allen Crabbe's) to Detroit in exchange for Drummond.
Central Notes: Drummond, Lue, Cavs, Bulls, Rose
2020/01/central-notes-drummond-lue-cavs-bulls-rose.htmlIt appears likely that the Pistons will ultimately make a deal involving Andre Drummond before the trade deadline, writes James L. … As Edwards explains, both Atlanta and Charlotte will have plenty of cap flexibility to sign Drummond this offseason, but haven't historically been popular destinations for free agents.
Pistons Notes: Drummond, Rose, Jackson, Wood
2020/01/pistons-notes-drummond-rose-jackson-wood.htmlTrading Andre Drummond may be more difficult than expected, writes Vincent Ellis of The Detroit Free Press. … But because Drummond intends to opt out of his contract this summer, teams would be taking a chance by giving up future assets for what could be a short-term rental.
Pistons Apply For DPE; Knicks Interested In Drummond?
2020/01/pistons-apply-for-dpe-knicks-interested-in-drummond.htmlIn an unrelated but intriguing development, the Knicks have talked to the Pistons about Andre Drummond, according to Charania (Twitter link). … The Hawks, Mavericks, Raptors and Celtics have also been linked to Drummond, who can opt out and become an unrestricted free agent after this season.
NBA Trade Candidate Watch: Central Division
2020/01/nba-trade-candidate-watch-central-division-6.htmlAndre Drummond, C… Blake Griffin's knee injury, which may be season-ending, makes it all the more likely that the Pistons will throw in the towel on the 2019/20 season and seriously consider getting what they can for Drummond.
Amick’s Latest: Bogdanovic, Drummond, OKC, Gordon, More
2020/01/amicks-latest-bogdanovic-drummond-okc-gordon-more.htmlA source with knowledge of the situation downplays the likelihood of the Hawks and Pistons agreeing on an Andre Drummond trade, according to Amick, who hears from a second source that Atlanta could already have landed the center if the team was willing to include a first-round pick in its offer.
Pistons Notes: Griffin, DPE, Jackson, Kennard
2020/01/pistons-notes-griffin-dpe-jackson-kennard.htmlAs we noted on Tuesday within our Griffin story, Marc Stein of The New York Times (Twitter link) says one source briefed on Detroit’s efforts to move Andre Drummond expressed confidence that a trade will be made by next month's deadline.
Blake Griffin Out Indefinitely Following Knee Surgery
2020/01/blake-griffin-out-indefinitely-following-knee-surgery.htmlAndre Drummond is the club's biggest trade chip, and Marc Stein of The New York Times (Twitter link) says one source briefed on Detroit's efforts to move the veteran center expressed confidence that a trade will be made by February 6.
Eastern Notes: Simmons, Young, Drummond, Theis
2020/01/eastern-notes-simmons-young-drummond-theis.htmlGetting traded would be the best thing for Pistons center Andre Drummond, Ben Golliver of the Washington Post argues. … The Pistons have been unwilling to give Drummond a generous extension, so there's no reason for him to look back if he's dealt, Golliver adds.
Andre Drummond Hopes To Stay In Detroit
2020/01/andre-drummond-hopes-to-stay-in-detroit.htmlPistons star center Andre Drummond reiterated his desire to stay in Detroit past the February 6 trade deadline, with rumors swirling about whether he could soon be dealt to another team, Nick Friedell of ESPN.com writes. … The Pistons have engaged in trade discussions on a deal centered around Drummond with several teams, including the Hawks, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported on Saturday.
Community Shootaround: Andre Drummond
2020/01/community-shootaround-andre-drummond-2.htmlPistons center Andre Drummond could be the biggest name on the free agent market this summer. … A separate report also named the Celtics, Mavericks and Raptors as potential suitors for Drummond's services.
Pistons Discussing Andre Drummond With Hawks, Others
2020/01/pistons-discussing-andre-drummond-with-hawks-others.html2:05pm: The Pistons and Hawks have engaged in talks on a possible trade involving center Andre Drummond, reports ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. … 3:42pm: The Celtics, Mavericks, and Raptors have also registered interest in Drummond, tweets Vincent Goodwill of Yahoo Sports.
Pistons Notes: Griffin, Trade Deadline, Drummond, Wood
2020/01/pistons-notes-griffin-trade-deadline-drummond-wood.htmlHowever, Edwards notes that they were restricted from adding more talent because Griffin, Andre Drummond, Reggie Jackson and Jon Leuer combined for about $80MM in cap room when the trade was completed and all had more than a year left on their contracts. … Detroit will have more flexibility this summer when Jackson's contract expires and Drummond may opt out of his $28.75MM salary for next season.