The Detroit Pistons are entering one of their most pivotal offseasons in recent memory. After exceeding expectations in year two under coach J.B. Bickerstaff by earning the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference and finishing with a 60-22 overall record, the Pistons' attention now shifts to what fans hope is a productive offseason to help the franchise take the next step in competing for its first NBA championship since 2004. Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren, and Ausar Thompson are key players to keep. Kevin Huerter and Caris LeVert are likely to depart. The Pistons could benefit from retaining Tobias Harris, as even general manager Trajan Langdon is hopeful he can return to Detroit next season. Harris played a massive role in the Pistons' rallying from a 3-1 series deficit in their first-round series win over the Orlando Magic. The Pistons adding a co-star for Cunningham this offseason will set the tone for their potential as a championship contender next season. Several candidates are on Pistons fans' minds this offseason, with the three likeliest candidates being Lauri Markkanen, Michael Porter Jr., and Trey Murphy III. The Pistons will only be able to acquire one of them, but any one of those players with Detroit could help the franchise take a step forward next season. Dallas Mavericks veteran guard Kyrie Irving is another player that the Pistons could go after this season, adding yet another veteran piece to Detroit's roster.