Pistons Trade LeVert to Free Up Space for Duren | Detroit Pistons News

Detroit Pistons News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

The Pistons just pulled off a savvy trade, sending Caris LeVert and two second-round picks to the Bucks for Taurean Prince and Gary Harris — a move that clears $7M in salary and sets the table for Jalen Duren’s future. With LeVert’s underwhelming performance last season, the deal wasn’t surprising, but it’s strategic: Detroit is now flush with cap space after already signing John Collins and absorbing Isaiah Joe’s contract. Duren’s max extension hopes were dashed post-season, but by shedding LeVert’s contract, the Pistons create the financial breathing room needed to lock him down. This isn’t…