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Undrafted Daniss Jenkins Scores Two-Year Deal with Pistons

2/20/2026

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Daniss Jenkins, an Iona University and St. John's alumnus, expressed his determination to succeed in the NBA after going undrafted.
He is now a full-time Detroit Pistons player after converting his two-way contract to a standard two-year deal.
In the G League, Jenkins averaged 21.2 points, 7.2 assists, and 1.8 steals in 32 games.
Past adversity motivates Jenkins to achieve more in his career.

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Story summary

Daniss Jenkins, an Iona University and St. John's alumnus, expressed his determination to succeed in the NBA after going undrafted.
He is now a full-time Detroit Pistons player after converting his two-way contract to a standard two-year deal.
In the G League, Jenkins averaged 21.2 points, 7.2 assists, and 1.8 steals in 32 games.
Past adversity motivates Jenkins to achieve more in his career.