Detroit Pistons Receive: G Patrick Beverley, 2023 Second-Round Pick (CHI via LAL), 2025 Second-Round Pick (LAL)
Los Angeles Lakers Receive: G/F Alec Burks
Meanwhile, the Pistons have loomed as a candidate to make a trade as well.
In fact, the Pistons made a significant one this summer. When they acquired Bojan Bogdanovic from the Utah Jazz, some were puzzled. Why is this rebuilding franchise making a win-now move?
Well, perhaps the Pistons felt ready to take a step forward. This club also acquired Nerlens Noel and Burks this summer.
They may have thought that by surrounding their young roster with solid veterans, they’d make a slight jump in the standings.
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They thought wrong. At 8-28, the Pistons have the worst record in the NBA. It could be worse – this organization has a great chance of landing a top pick in what’s expected to be a historic draft.
Does this deal help them further that cause?