What happens with Jerami Grant if the Pistons don’t trade him?

The Detroit Pistons have been involved in Jerami Grant trade rumors for weeks and the day is finally here to make a decision.

I am sure the Pistons have had their share of offers, but it seems like the talk has died down in the last few days, leaving the possibility that Grant will not be traded.

Detroit has made it clear (so far) that they are not going to accept an low-ball offer for a guy who is a productive player on a good contract that extends through next season.

Since his deal is not expiring, the Pistons do have the leverage in any deal, as they are not at risk of losing him for nothing if they can’t work a trade.

I know some fans would be disappointed, but there are still a lot of options open to the Detroit Pistons if they don’t move Jerami Grant at the deadline.

The Detroit Pistons could extend Jerami Grant

I’ve talked about what a future would look like for the Pistons with Jerami Grant, and it is not the end-of-the-world scenario some fans would make it out to be.

Grant is reportedly looking for a four year extension in the $112 million range, which would make him less of a value contract, but is still a deal the Pistons could make.

Grant will be a valuable player for years to come, though he will have to adjust his game to better fit with Cade Cunningham, who is the focal point of the rebuild.

If the Pistons don’t trade Grant, an extension this offseason is definitely a possibility, though I feel like the only way Detroit would do it is if Grant were to offer a hometown discount, which he may if he wants to stay and see the restoration through to its completion.

I do think this is a possibility if the deadline passes and Grant is still in Detroit, though I wouldn’t say it’s the most likely one.