Last Updated on July 14, 2026 by Mat Diekhake
The Detroit Pistons built their championship identity on toughness and defense, but the franchise has also featured outstanding three-point shooters throughout its history. From Joe Dumars’ smooth perimeter game during the “Bad Boys” era to Chauncey Billups’ clutch shooting and Cade Cunningham’s modern scoring, Detroit has consistently produced elite long-range threats.
Here are the greatest three-point shooters in Pistons history.
1. Joe Dumars
Joe Dumars is the greatest three-point shooter in Detroit Pistons history. He remains the franchise’s all-time leader in career three-pointers made despite playing during an era when long-range shooting was far less emphasized. Dumars combined excellent efficiency with remarkable consistency, becoming one of the NBA’s premier two-way guards while helping lead Detroit to back-to-back championships. (Basketball Reference)
Pistons Career Highlights
- Franchise leader in career three-pointers made
- Two-time NBA Champion
- 1989 NBA Finals MVP
- Hall of Famer
- Six-time NBA All-Star
2. Chauncey Billups
Few players in Pistons history hit bigger three-pointers than Chauncey Billups. Nicknamed “Mr. Big Shot,” Billups became one of the NBA’s premier clutch performers, routinely knocking down timely shots in the regular season and playoffs. He ranks second in franchise history in made three-pointers and was the offensive leader of Detroit’s 2004 championship team. (Basketball Reference)
Why He Ranks So Highly
- NBA Champion
- NBA Finals MVP
- Second in franchise history in made threes
- One of the NBA’s greatest clutch shooters
3. Cade Cunningham
Cade Cunningham has rapidly climbed Detroit’s all-time three-point leaderboard despite being early in his career. His combination of deep range, confidence and shot creation has already established him as one of the franchise’s premier perimeter scorers. If he remains in Detroit long term, he has an excellent chance of becoming the franchise leader in made three-pointers. (Basketball Reference)
4. Allan Houston
Although Allan Houston spent only three seasons with the Pistons, he established himself as one of the league’s smoothest perimeter shooters before leaving for New York. His effortless shooting stroke and outstanding efficiency made him one of Detroit’s best pure shooters of the 1990s. (Basketball Reference)
Career Highlights
- Elite catch-and-shoot scorer
- Outstanding shooting mechanics
- One of the NBA’s best pure shooters of his era
5. Rasheed Wallace
Rasheed Wallace helped redefine the modern stretch big before it became common across the NBA. His ability to knock down three-pointers while providing elite defense made him a perfect fit on Detroit’s championship teams. Wallace ranks among the franchise leaders in career made three-pointers. (Basketball Reference)
6. Terry Mills
Nicknamed “The Original Stretch Four,” Terry Mills was ahead of his time. His willingness to shoot from beyond the arc created spacing rarely seen from power forwards during the 1990s, and he remains among the franchise leaders in made three-pointers. (Basketball Reference)
7. Lindsey Hunter
Best known for his defense and energy, Lindsey Hunter also became one of the most productive three-point shooters in Pistons history through longevity. His consistency helped him finish third on the franchise’s all-time made three-pointers list. (Basketball Reference)
8. Bojan Bogdanović
Bojan Bogdanović enjoyed one of the most efficient shooting stretches in franchise history. His quick release, high basketball IQ and ability to score from anywhere on the floor made him Detroit’s primary perimeter threat during his time with the Pistons. He ranks among the franchise’s most accurate high-volume shooters. (Basketball Reference)
9. Saddiq Bey
Saddiq Bey quickly became one of Detroit’s highest-volume three-point shooters. His confidence and willingness to fire from deep helped him set several franchise records for three-point attempts early in his career while climbing into the Pistons’ top ten for career makes. (Basketball Reference)
10. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope developed into a dependable perimeter shooter during his years in Detroit. His combination of three-point shooting and perimeter defense laid the foundation for a long and successful NBA career, and he remains among the franchise leaders in made threes. (Basketball Reference)
Honorable Mentions
- Reggie Jackson
- Luke Kennard
- Malik Beasley
- Jon Barry
- Reggie Bullock
- Richard Hamilton
- Tayshaun Prince
- Isiah Thomas
Ranking the Greatest Pistons Shooters
| Rank | Player | Elite Traits |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joe Dumars | Franchise leader, elite two-way guard, outstanding consistency |
| 2 | Chauncey Billups | Clutch shot-maker, championship leader, “Mr. Big Shot” |
| 3 | Cade Cunningham | Elite shot creator, deep range, future franchise record candidate |
| 4 | Allan Houston | One of the purest shooting strokes in franchise history |
| 5 | Rasheed Wallace | Stretch big, championship floor spacer |
| 6 | Terry Mills | Pioneer stretch forward with excellent range |
| 7 | Lindsey Hunter | Longevity and dependable perimeter shooting |
| 8 | Bojan Bogdanović | Elite efficiency and scoring versatility |
| 9 | Saddiq Bey | High-volume modern three-point shooter |
| 10 | Kentavious Caldwell-Pope | Reliable two-way perimeter specialist |
Final Thoughts
While the Pistons are best remembered for their defense and physical play, the franchise has featured exceptional three-point shooters across every era. Joe Dumars set the standard with his remarkable combination of accuracy and longevity, while Chauncey Billups delivered countless clutch moments on the way to a championship. Today’s generation, led by Cade Cunningham, looks capable of carrying that long-range tradition into the future.