The Detroit Pistons are trying to balance player development for the future and winning now, Trajan Langdon says.

DETROIT (AP) — Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games. Jenkins was playing his 42nd game of the season,

Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff discussed growth, team chemistry, and the status of All-Star center Jalen Duren as they hosted the New York Knicks.

The Pistons saw their three game win steak snapped at the hands of the Washington Wizards. The Pistons suffered a scare as center Jalen Duren exited the game due to an injury.

Detroit Pistons exec Trajan Langdon on Daniss Jenkins' contract future at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026.

The dust is settling on the NBA trade deadline and the Detroit Pistons had one of the more straight-forward weeks. They made a lone deal on Tuesday, acquiring wing Kevin Huerter, big man Dario Saric and a 2026 first-round pick swap with the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Jaden Ivey.

Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff has instilled a mindset into this young Detroit Pistons core and its resonating with them on and off the court.