### Ausar Thompson’s Training Camp Update
**Detroit Pistons Forward Ausar Thompson** is currently being held out of contact drills as the team begins training camp. This precaution follows a season-ending blood clot he suffered during his rookie year.
#### Medical Update
Pistons president of basketball operations **Trajan Langdon** stated that Thompson is navigating a medical process involving the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association. Thompson himself expressed optimism about his condition, saying, “I feel great,” but noted that there is no timeline for when he’ll be fully cleared.
– **Current Status:**
– Thompson has been cleared for non-contact drills, conditioning, and strength training.
– The team is supportive as they await further medical resolution.
Thompson was drafted 5th overall in 2023 after averaging **8.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.9 assists** in 63 games during his rookie season. He played his last game on March 9 before the blood clot diagnosis.
Former Pistons coach **Monty Williams** remarked, “I’m glad the doctors caught it,” highlighting the importance of timely medical intervention.
#### Pistons’ Rebuilding Strategy
The Pistons are in the midst of a rebuilding phase, aiming to restore pride in a franchise that has struggled in recent years, including posting the worst record in the NBA for the last two seasons.
– **Recent Performance:** The Pistons haven’t won a playoff game since 2008 and have finished last in the Central Division for the past four seasons.
– **Front Office Changes:** Langdon has taken over after the departure of general manager **Troy Weaver**, whose tenure saw a 23% win rate. Coach **J.B. Bickerstaff** has also been brought in following the release of Monty Williams, who was let go after just one season.
#### Roster Updates
The team is looking to build around key players like **Cade Cunningham**, who recently signed a **$224 million, five-year extension**. They have added veterans such as **Tobias Harris** and **Malik Beasley**, and acquired **Tim Hardaway Jr.** from Dallas. Additionally, they selected **Ron Holland** from the G League Ignite with the 5th pick in the draft.
As the Pistons prepare for the upcoming season, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how this rebuilding effort unfolds, especially with the potential return of Thompson and the integration of new talent.