Sunday, August 12, 2018

Ex-TSU Tigers Lofton signs with Detroit Pistons

SAINT PAUL, Minneapolis – Former New Mexico State/Texas Southern guard Zach Lofton is headed to the Motor City after signing with the Detroit Pistons on Saturday.

"I want to thank the Detroit Pistons for the amazing opportunity to be a part of the organization," Lofton said. "I also want to thank the amazing support system I've had through the years. I'm excited to start this new chapter."

The 6-4 guard had a great showing at the NBA Summer League with the Pistons averaging 10.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists. Lofton left a lasting impression in Detroit's final game of the NBA Summer League after scoring 21 point on 9-of-17 shooting, including three from downtown, with five boards a block and an assists against the Los Angeles Lakers.
 
Saturday's news comes a week after Lofton was invited to the NBA G League Player Invitational that is scheduled to take place on Sunday, Aug. 12, in Chicago.


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