The Detroit Pistons sent Caris LeVert and two 2027 second-round picks to the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for veteran wing Taurean Prince and former first-rounder Gary Harris. The move was a key piece of a six-team deal that reshaped several rosters and gave Detroit immediate salary relief.
Prince arrived in Detroit after a season in Milwaukee that was limited to 26 games because of a herniated disc in his neck. He returned in March and posted a three-point conversion rate of 43.6 percent on 5.4 attempts per game, a level of floor spacing that the Pistons have missed since the departure of Blake Griffin. His ability to stretch the defense should create driving lanes for young guard Cade Cunningham and complement the interior play of the team’s emerging bigs.
Gary Harris adds a veteran defensive mindset to the Pistons’ perimeter. Known for his ability to guard multiple positions and apply consistent off-ball pressure, Harris brings a steadying influence that fits Detroit’s need for disciplined wing play. While his offensive numbers have never been headline-grabbing, his experience and versatility are valuable assets for a club looking to balance youth with seasoned reliability.
Financially, the trade saves Detroit roughly $7 million and pushes the franchise well under the luxury-tax threshold, leaving ample flexibility to re-sign restricted-free-agent Jalen Duren. The cap space also positions the Pistons to absorb additional salary in future moves, reinforcing a strategy that emphasizes a younger, more flexible core while shedding excess contracts.
The deal dovetails with Detroit’s broader off-season activity, which already saw Marcus Sasser headed to Dallas and Isaiah Stewart moving to Memphis. The Pistons are also poised to acquire former All-Star John Collins via a sign-and-trade, a move that would further bolster front-court depth. By prioritizing salary relief and asset accumulation, Detroit signals a clear direction toward sustained growth, while Milwaukee adds LeVert’s playmaking and scoring depth to a roster that already features Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton.
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