Detroit Pistons Acquire Duncan Robinson in Sign-and-Trade from Miami Heat

The Detroit Pistons acquired sharpshooter Duncan Robinson from the Miami Heat in a sign-and-trade deal that sent Simone Fontecchio to Miami, addressing their critical need for outside shooting after losing Malik Beasley and Tim Hardaway Jr. Robinson signed a three-year, $48 million contract with partial guarantees in the second and third years, effectively making it a one-year commitment that preserves future salary flexibility for Detroit. Robinson, a career 39.7% three-point shooter with playoff experience, is expected to fill the offensive void left by Beasley, whose contract talks with Detroit stalled due to a gambling-related investigation. The trade is seen as a smart move by the Pistons, as they only gave up Fontecchio without losing draft picks, and now have a reliable shooter to complement their young core and newly added Caris LeVert. While some fans initially viewed the contract as an overpay, the deal's structure and Robinson's shooting ability make it a significant upgrade for Detroit. This move gives the Pistons a better offensive dimension and the potential to use Robinson as a versatile wing or hybrid big/wing depending on lineup needs.