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Pistons take a gamble on declining Ellenson's deal

Auburn Hills — Call it the curious case of Henry Ellenson.

The Pistons announced Friday that the third-year big man is taking another trip to the Grand Rapids Drive. For Ellenson, the 18th overall pick in the 2016 draft, it’s another opportunity to play and get some game action, which has been scarce in his time with the Pistons.

Ellenson, a 6-foot-11 forward with 3-point range, played in 58 NBA games and has been sent to the Drive about 20 times in his short career. This season, Ellenson played in one game and scored seven points; for his career, he’s posting 3.