Pistons Acquire Two Players in Three-Team Trade, Send Jaden Ivey Away

In a significant move on Tuesday, the Detroit Pistons completed a three-team trade that prominently featured guard Jaden Ivey, who is now heading to the Chicago Bulls. According to sources, the Pistons will acquire guard Kevin Huerter and forward Dario Saric, along with a 2026 first-round protected swap from the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Details of the Trade

The trade sees Jaden Ivey, a key player for the Pistons, conclude his four-year stint in Detroit. During his time with the team, he played 214 games, averaging 14.9 points and 4.0 assists. Ivey was initially selected as the fifth overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, and expectations were high for his future contributions to the team.

• Jaden Ivey: Joined the Bulls as part of the trade.
• Kevin Huerter: Acquired by the Pistons, previously with the Bulls.
• Dario Saric: Also a new addition to the Pistons.
• 2026 Draft Swap: A first-round protected swap from the Timberwolves.

Ivey’s Performance and Struggles

Ivey’s trajectory with the Pistons took a downturn after suffering a broken left fibula on January 1, 2025. Upon returning to play on November 22 against the Milwaukee Bucks, he participated in 33 games, averaging only 8.2 points in 16.8 minutes. This performance stands in stark contrast to his earlier stats, where he averaged 16.1 points and 4.4 assists across his first 181 games with 164 starts.

New Acquisitions

Kevin Huerter is expected to bolster the Pistons’ outside shooting game. Since entering the NBA in 2018, he has been respected for his shooting ability, with an average of 11.6 points and a 37.1% shooting rate from three-point range. However, this season has been less favorable, with Huerter averaging 10.9 points and a career-low 31.4% from beyond the arc in his 44 games with the Bulls.

Dario Saric, a 6-foot-10 center, aims to strengthen the Pistons’ frontcourt. He has a career average of 10.3 points and 5.3 rebounds over 498 games. Despite this, Saric’s role remains uncertain as he has only played five games this season for the Sacramento Kings.

Future Prospects

This trade marks a new chapter for the Pistons, who are looking to enhance their roster. The acquisition of Huerter and Saric is seen as a strategic move to address the team’s needs while possibly setting the stage for further trades down the line. As this story develops, further updates will be provided by El-Balad.