The Detroit Pistons made a major splash in NBA free agency by pulling off a sign-and-trade deal to bring in a proven sharpshooter.
In a move that signals their intent to improve quickly, the Pistons sent Simone Fontecchio to the Miami Heat and acquired Duncan Robinson, a veteran known for his reliable three-point shooting.
This transaction is expected to reshape the Pistons’ roster and boost their perimeter offense as they look to compete in the upcoming season.
Pistons Acquire Duncan Robinson in Major Offseason Deal
According to NBA Insider Shams Charania, free agent Duncan Robinson has agreed to a three-year, $48 million contract with the Detroit Pistons. The deal was completed as part of a sign-and-trade arrangement, with Fontecchio heading to Miami in return.
Charania’s post read, “Free agent shooter Duncan Robinson has agreed to a three-year, $48 million deal with the Detroit Pistons, sources tell ESPN. Agent Jason Glushon navigated multiple options in the market, which included potential return to Miami or move elsewhere. Now Robinson lands in Detroit.”
Detroit is trading Simone Fontecchio to Miami to acquire Duncan Robinson in a sign-and-trade, sources tell ESPN. https://t.co/UFBaJc5aor
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) July 1, 2025
Robinson’s agent, Glushon, reportedly explored several options before Detroit became the preferred destination, especially after Robinson declined his $20 million early termination option to test free agency.
Initially, the Pistons planned to sign Malik Beasley to a similar contract, but negotiations stalled after Beasley became involved in a federal gambling investigation.
Detroit quickly pivoted to target Robinson, who, at 31, remains one of the NBA’s most consistent three-point shooters, with a career average of 39.7% from beyond the arc. Since the 2019-20 season, Robinson has made 1,192 three-pointers, ranking eighth in the league during that span.
Robinson’s arrival is expected to help Detroit compensate for the anticipated loss of Beasley’s production, and further strengthen the team’s perimeter offense. He joins Caris LeVert among the Pistons’ offseason acquisitions.
Moving forward, Robinson’s experience and shooting ability should provide a significant boost to the Pistons’ offense. He began his professional career with the Miami Heat in 2018 after going undrafted, and quickly established himself as one of the league’s top shooters.
Robinson set multiple franchise and league records for three-pointers, including making 270 threes in the COVID-shortened 2019-20 season. He also became the fastest player in NBA history to reach milestones such as 300, 500, and 800 career three-pointers.
Although he lost his starting role late in his tenure with Miami, Robinson continued to contribute in the playoffs, setting a franchise postseason record with eight three-pointers in a single game. His consistent shooting and ability to stretch defenses have made him a valuable asset for contending teams.
As Robinson transitions to Detroit, the Pistons hope his experience and shooting acumen will help drive sustained success in the coming seasons.
