Lions stand pat at the deadline, Tigers get a bright spot, and the Pistons still need a second scorer

Detroit’s trade deadline quiet from Brad Holmes draws mixed feelings, with the Lions still viewed as a contender but lacking help for a deeper playoff run. The Tigers get a rare positive with Kevin McGonigal’s Rookie of the Year nod, while the Pistons’ latest win only sharpens the case that they need another reliable scorer next to Cade Cunningham.