Caldwell-Pope’s suspension comes after he pled guilty to operating a motor
vehicle while intoxicated after being arrested on suspicion of DUI in March. A
restricted free agent this offseason, Caldwell-Pope is expected to garner
significant interest around the league, but the Pistons ultimately reserve the
right to match any offer he receives. Despite the lottery selection of fellow
sharpshooter Luke Kennard on Thursday, it’s anticipated that Detroit will
exercise its right to keep KCP, even though he’ll now be forced to sit out the
first couple games next season. Just 24 years old, Caldwell-Pope averaged 13.8
points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 2.0 three-pointers on 35
percent shooting from deep last season.