Why The Detroit Pistons Do The Deal
Whether this was the plan for the Pistons o not, it certainly makes a lot of sense now.
After all, this team is 5-16. They’re at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. Cade Cunningham may be done for the yea. At this point, they’ve got nothing to play for.
Why not turn an eye to the future? The Pistons should be in line for a top draft pick again this summer. If the balls bounce their way, they could have the most exciting young core in the NBA next season. Moving these veterans helps to ensure that outcome.
Just as importantly, it lands the Pistons these highly valuable assets. It’s no secret that life has ben tough for the Lakes recently.
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It’s had to look this far into the future and predict that they won’t be in the lottery. The Pistons could reap major rewards from this deal in due time.
Should the Lakes really part with those assets?