What happened: The Los Angeles Clippers bade farewell to John Collins on Wednesday. The forward previously agreed to a three-year, $51 million deal with the Pistons.

Why it matters: Detroit acquired the veteran via a sign-and-trade agreement finalized within a larger six-team transaction. He slots into the rotation to supply floor spacing and interior finishing alongside Cade Cunningham.

What to watch: Collins transitions to his new Eastern Conference roster ahead of the 2026-27 season.