Detroit Pistons Near One-Year Deal with Veteran Javonte Green

The Detroit Pistons are finalizing a one-year contract with 32-year-old swingman Javonte Green, who last season split time between the New Orleans Pelicans and Cleveland Cavaliers. Green, known for his defensive versatility and gritty perimeter defense, has played six NBA seasons with Boston, Chicago, New Orleans, and Cleveland, averaging 5.3 points and 3.1 rebounds over 263 games. Undrafted out of Radford University in 2015, Green began his professional career overseas before making his NBA debut with the Boston Celtics in 2019. Last season, he averaged approximately 5.1 points and 3.2 rebounds over 68 games, mostly starting with the Pelicans before a late stint with the Cavaliers. The Pistons expect Green to bring a defensive-minded presence to their wing rotation alongside players like Ausar Thompson and Jaden Ivey. Additionally, Green is on USA Basketball's roster for the 2025 FIBA AmeriCup, indicating his continued value at both the NBA and international levels.