Pistons and Ausar Thompson agree to a 5-year, $155 million contract extension, AP source says | Sports - NBA

The Detroit Pistons and Ausar Thompson have reached an agreement on a five-year, $155 million contract extension, according to a person familiar with the situation.

The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Saturday because the deal had not been announced. ESPN first reported the agreement.

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Pistons and Ausar Thompson agree to a 5-year, $155 million contract extension, AP source says | Sports

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