Listen up, because while New York might be celebrating a 94-90 win over San Antonio to wrap things up, the real work for the Detroit Pistons starts in the shadows. Yeah, the season is officially in the rearview, and while the league chatter turns toward awards and draft boards, my eyes are glued to what we are building right here in the D. We don’t care about the glitz of the Finals or who took home the hardware this year; we care about bringing that championship grit back to Little Caesars Arena. This off-season is make-or-break. We need toughness, we need defense, and we need players who understand that wearing a Pistons jersey means you leave everything on the hardwood. Front office, hear me: no more excuses. We are looking for high-IQ talent and a culture shift that mirrors the 313. I’m sick of watching other teams hoist trophies while we sit on the sidelines. It is time to prioritize player development, lock in on the draft, and make the moves that put respect back on our name. The city is hungry, the team is capable, and it is time to get back to work. Detroit basketball is coming.