The Detroit Pistons have been struggling for a long time. They managed to make it to the playoff in 2019, where they lost in the first round itself. Some changes are needed to compete for the championship again, which they last won in 2003.
Probably the only advantage of staying at the bottom in the NBA is better chances of getting a top pick in the draft. But a player or two might not do it alone, and the team needs to improve other aspects as well. The Pistons can either strengthen their roster with young players or can trade off a few for a star player. Here are 3 deals we think that the Detroit Pistons can do.
Miami’s Caleb Martin to the Detroit Pistons
The Pistons can trade off Killian Hayes and one second-round pick each from the years 2027 and 2029 in exchange for Caleb Martin. The Heat were the finalist last season. They would like to fix the minute details and get their hands on the championship next season. Damian Lillard might play for them next season, and this deal provides them with the services of Killian Hayes, who can be their point guard if the deal collapses.
A team I’m keeping an eye on as a potential trade partner for a big is the Detroit Pistons.
They currently have a logjam in their front court with:
– Jalen Duren
– Isaiah Stewart
– James Wiseman
– Marvin Bagley IIIIt’s pretty obvious Duren is Detroit’s guy, but with… pic.twitter.com/CWNvU2Djne
— Lauren Gunn (@TheLaurenGunn) July 6, 2023
Raptors’ OG Anunoby to the Detroit Pistons
The Pistons can offer Alec Burks, Killian Hayes, and 1 first-round pick each from the year 2026,2028, and 2029 in exchange for OG Anunoby. The Skills which Anunoby possesses would be a huge boost for the Pistons. He is one of the finest 3 and D wingers. His defending abilities would be icing on the cake. There might be some concern about the growth of other players. Would the Pistons still do this deal?
Troy Weaver is simply looking to accumulate as much young talent on the Cade timeline as he possibly can
This Weeks Trade Proposal
Detroit Pistons Receive:
F Jonathan Kuminga, G/F Moses MoodyGolden State Warriors Receive: F Bojan Bogdanovic pic.twitter.com/qfhlMnQwzA
— The Analyst (@21analyst1) July 13, 2023
Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga to the Detroit Pistons
The Pistons can send Bojan Bogdanovic in exchange for Gary Payton and Jonathan Kuminga, this sounds like a deal which can change them for the worse. But if the Pistons are interested in building for the future, this is probably the best deal they can do. Would they take the chance to turn it around for them?
The Pistons are going to make changes for sure. Which of those would take them to the top? We’ll keep you updated.
