EVAN FOURNIER NEWS

Finalizing a deal overseas Fournier and Olympiacos have agreed to a three-year contract, Eurohoops reports.

Impact After 12 seasons in the NBA, Fournier is headed overseas where he will become a featured player for Olympiacos. In 704 career regular-season games, Fournier posted averages of 13.6 points, 2.7 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.9 three-pointers while shooting 44.1 percent from the field.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

The US will play France for the basketball crown at the Paris Games in a gold-medal rematch

It’s a game the French wanted

AUGUST 9, 2024 • Associated Press

Paris Olympics Day 13: COVID-hit Lyles misses out on a double, US team breaks 100-medal mark

Sprinter Noah Lyles reveals he had COVID after missing out on another gold medal for the United States at the Paris Olympics

AUGUST 8, 2024 • Associated Press

Evan Fournier's 40-footer helps seal France's win over Canada and trip to the Olympic semifinals

Evan Fournier was wide open at the top of the key late in the fourth quarter, a shot that would have clinched a trip to the semifinals of the Paris Olympics for France

AUGUST 6, 2024 • Associated Press

Victor Wembanyama is ready for the spotlight in Paris as France chases an Olympic medal

Victor Wembanyama is coming

AUGUST 5, 2024 • Associated Press

Scores 10 points in loss to Germany Fournier had 10 points (2-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound and one assist in Friday's 85-71 loss to Germany.

Impact Fournier was one of three France players who scored in double digits in this loss, alongside Victor Wembanyama and Isaia Cordinier. Even though the final stat line wasn't exactly eye-popping, it's worth noting Fournier should remain one of France's most reliable offensive weapons in the knockout stages. A strong showing in the Olympics could entice an NBA team to take a gamble on Fournier before the start of training camp.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons decline $19M option for Evan Fournier, AP source says, and extend offer to Simone Fontecchio

The Detroit Pistons have declined a $19 million option for Evan Fournier, according to a person familiar with the situation

JUNE 29, 2024 • Associated Press

Team declines option The Pistons have declined to pick up Fournier's $19 million team option, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact This was the expected move, as Fournier was not expected to be a part of Pistons' future plans at his price tag. The veteran wing was on the outside looking in on the Knicks' rotation last season before being dealt to Detroit prior to the deadline. He then averaged 7.2 points, 1.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.1 triples across 18.7 minutes in 29 games with the team. It remains to be seen what type of opportunities will come his way in free agency.

JUNE 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Wembanyama headlines France's preliminary roster for Paris Olympics

With Victor Wembanyama as the focal point, France coach Vincent Collet announced his preliminary roster for the 2024 Olympics.

MAY 16, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Season-high 21 points vs. Philly Fournier finished with 21 points (7-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, two blocks and one steal over 26 minutes during Tuesday's 120-102 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Fournier returned from a one-game absence due to a right sore knee. He led the bench in scoring Tuesday, and he finished behind Jaden Ivey in that category. Fournier's 21 points marked a season high for the 12th-year veteran, as his playing time has waxed and waned since joining the Pistons at the trade deadline. He could see more action for Thursday's game against the Bulls if Cade Cunningham (knee) continues to miss time.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Tuesday Fournier (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Fournier was previously considered probable due to right knee soreness. In 25 appearances for Detroit, Fournier has averaged 6.5 points, 1.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.1 three-pointers in 17.7 minutes.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Tuesday's game Fournier (knee) is probable for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Fournier missed Saturday's game against the Nets due to a sore right knee, but he'll likely be back in action a few days later. Over his last 10 appearances, he's averaged 4.6 points in 19.0 minutes per game.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Fournier won't play in Saturday's game in Brooklyn due to right knee soreness.

Impact After logging double-digit minutes in 11 straight games, Fournier played just three minutes in Friday's 108-90 loss to the Grizzlies, so the knee injury could explain the light workload. With Fournier out for the second leg of the back-to-back set, Jared Rhoden will likely be included in the rotation as a backup forward behind Tosan Evbuomwan and Troy Brown.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Poor shooting in loss Fournier accumulated five points (2-8 FG, 1-5 3Pt), four assists, three rebounds, one block and one steal over 29 minutes during Monday's 110-108 loss to the Grizzlies.

Impact This season has been extremely forgettable for the 31-year-old, who appeared in only three contests for the Knicks before being traded to Detroit on Feb. 8. Since the trade, Fournier has averaged 7.1 points on 36.5 percent shooting in 18.7 minutes. Expect Fournier to receive less playing time moving forward as Marcus Sasser (illness) and Simone Fontecchio (toe) look to return.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

NBA's Evan Fournier Fined $25K For Punting Ball Following Miami Heat's Game-Winner NBA guard Evan Fournier went full 'Ray Guy' when the Detroit Pistons lost to the Miami Heat on a buzzer-beater Sunday afternoon.

MARCH 19, 2024 • OUTKICK.COM

Pistons guard Evan Fournier has been fined $25,000 by the NBA for kicking the ball into the stands

Detroit Pistons guard Evan Fournier has been fined $25,000 by the NBA for kicking the ball into the stands

MARCH 19, 2024 • Associated Press

Leads team in scoring Sunday Fournier had a team-high 18 points (6-14 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, one assist and three steals across 31 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 104-101 loss to Miami.

Impact All five Detroit starters scored in double digits, but none topped Fournier's 18 points. It was the 31-year-old's best scoring performance since coming over from the Knicks, and the first time he played more than 30 minutes as Ausar Thompson (illness) missed his fourth straight game and Quentin Grimes (knee) missed his second straight. There's no real role for Fournier on a rebuilding Pistons roster when the younger wing options are healthy, but he might have some short-term DFS appeal.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pops for season-high 17 in loss Fournier provided a season-high 17 points (6-13 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, five assists and one steal across 26 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 113-91 loss to Orlando...

Impact No Detroit starter managed more than 11 points on the night, and Fournier's 17 from the second unit wound up leading the team. The 26 minutes tied the highest workload he's seen so far since joining the Pistons, and he's scored in double digits five times in eight games for his new club while shooting 40.6 percent (13-for-32) from beyond the arc. The 31-year-old isn't part of Detroit's future plans, but he should have a fairly consistent role in the rotation for the rest of 2023-24.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Booed extensively Fournier logged seven points (3-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), one assist and two steals in 20 minutes during Monday's 113-111 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Fournier was not warmly received upon his return to Madison Square Garden, but he scored effectively in his fifth game as a Piston. Marcus Sasser (knee) is expected to miss the next week, which should lead to a rotational role for the Frenchman.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons Plan on Keeping Trade Deadline Acquisition From Knicks Pistons not expected to reach a buyout with Evan Fournier.

FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

REPORT: Cavs Linked To Several Players Via Buyout Market The Cleveland Cavaliers have interest in buyout candidates Davis Bertans, Evan Fournier, Furkan Korkmaz, Joe Harris, and Seth Curry.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Pistons Plan on Keeping Trade Deadline Acquisition From Knicks Pistons not expected to reach a buyout with Evan Fournier.

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Off injury report Fournier isn't on the injury report for Tuesday's game versus the Lakers.

Impact Fournier wasn't available for Saturday's 112-106 loss to the Clippers after the Pistons acquired him from the Knicks two days prior, but he'll suit up Tuesday after getting the chance to practice with his new team over the weekend. However, the rebuilding Pistons aren't likely to prioritize minutes for the 31-year-old Fournier, who could find himself outside of the rotation like he had been in New York.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Evan Fournier: 'I'm really excited to finally be out of New York' James Edwards III: Evan Fournier said he’s happy to be out of New York and excited for his opportunity in Detroit. pic.twitter.com/MxxnmTQcm...

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Won't play Saturday Fournier (trade pending) will not play in Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Impact The Knicks traded Fournier to the Pistons on Thursday, but it's hard to see a path to minutes for the veteran in Detroit given the current direction of the franchise.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE