Duncan Robinson - Reflecting on Miami & Looking Ahead to Detroit's Future

Duncan Robinson, the newest addition to the Detroit Pistons joins this week's episode of @Notevend2 . After spending 7 years with the Miami Heat, which included two runs to the finals, Robinson was involved in a sign and trade with the Pistons (3 yrs/$48M). The Pistons off-season moves, along with their 2024-25 playoff appearance (1st playoff appearance since the 2018-19 season), have put themselves in NBA title contention.The hosts get into all of Duncan's career starting at the Division 3 level where he played one season for Williams College. He'd spend one year before playing the rest of his college career at Michigan University under coach Beilein. Robinson and the Wolverines won back-to-back Big 10 championships, and made the NCAA championship game in 2018. Duncan talks about growing a bond with Mo Wagner and Carris Levert, Jordan Poole's game winner against Houston, and the national championship game in the episode; you don't want to miss those stories!Transitioning into his Miami Heat career, Duncan breaks down why players are so successful in the Heat organization, playing with Jimmy Butler, and his favorite moments during the finals run in the bubble & their finals run to play against the Denver Nuggets. Duncan became one of the best shooters in Heat history early on in his career, and he finished his time there with the most 3pt field goals made.We also talk about what went into his decision to play for the Pistons and what the future for his team is. The Pistons have high expectations going into the 2025-26 season.This episode is available wherever you get your podcasts. Make sure to subscribe to the podcasts YouTube channel @Notevend2 for more sports content.Enjoy the episode!