News - Pistons Set to Promote Daniss Jenkins to Full Roster

The Detroit Pistons are on the verge of promoting point guard Daniss Jenkins to a standard contract, in anticipation of the NBA's 50-game limit for two-way players. Jenkins, 24, has been a key player, active in all 31 games this season, and is expected to transition to a full roster placement by the February 5 trade deadline. Jenkins showcased his outstanding abilities during mid-November, stepping up when the team was plagued by injuries. His impressive performance not only fortified his reputation but also secured him a nomination for the Eastern Conference Player of the Week from November 10-16. With the team's roster at full capacity, Jenkins' court time has marginally declined, but he remains integral to the Pistons' rotation, participating in 15 of the last 16 matchups. His overall contributions this season include an average of 7.5 points, 3.0 assists, and 1.8 rebounds per game, with shooting stats of .427/.356/.771 across 25 games (six starts) and averaging 16.2 minutes on the court. To accommodate Jenkins on the permanent roster, the Pistons might need to make space on their 15-player cap. Isaac Jones seems the most likely candidate for release due to his non-guaranteed contract, effective until January 7, after having just a single appearance since his waiver claim on November 6.