This Lakers-Pistons Trade Features Saddiq Bey

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Why The Detroit Pistons Do The Deal 

For what it’s worth, something seems off with Bey this year. 

He’s in a bad shooting slump. That happens to players all the time – especially young ones. Still, it’s fair to wonder whether or not he’s lacking chemistry with either Cade Cunningham or Jaden Ivey. 

Those two currently look like the future of Detroit basketball. Unfortunately, Cunningham is hurt, and it’s unclear when he’ll return. With that in mind, it could make sense for the Pistons to kick the can on the 2022-23 season. 

If they decide to do so, they won’t find many more valuable assets than a distant first-round pick from the Lakers. This team is old, and struggling – who knows where they’ll be in 2027? 

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With that in mind, another question is raised. Should the Lakers really move such a potentially valuable asset for a player in the midst of a slump? 

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James Piercey

James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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