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Kyrie Irving trade to Pistons gaining traction as deadline approach nears

Analysts propose multi-team scenarios to pair the returning guard with Cade Cunningham in Detroit.

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What to know

  • Analysts are proposing Kyrie Irving trades from Dallas to Detroit as a way to pair the returning guard with Cade Cunningham and address the Pistons' playoff weaknesses.
  • Irving is expected to return this season after missing all of 2025-26 with an ACL injury; the Mavericks are reportedly open to dealing him by the February trade deadline.
  • Detroit's primary need is improving clutch-time offensive execution—they averaged just 91.5 points per 100 possessions in the clutch during last year's playoffs.

“For the Detroit Pistons to take another step forward, they need to acquire a true co-star for Cade Cunningham.”

Miles Irvin, Sports Illustrated analyst · Sports Illustrated ↗ · Sep 17

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Kyrie Irving trade to Pistons gaining traction as deadline approach nears
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    Irving set to return from ACL injury as Mavericks enter training camp with thin backcourt

    As the Mavericks prepare for training camp, Irving is expected to return after missing the entire 2025-26 season recovering from an ACL injury suffered in March 2025. The team has significantly thinned its point guard rotation, trading away D'Angelo Russell and Jaden Hardy in February, leaving Dallas with limited backup options behind Irving. The Mavericks acquired Marcus Sasser from Detroit and drafted Sergio De Larrea at pick 25 to address depth concerns.

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    Proposed 3-team trade structure surfaces: Pistons send Garland and Holland to Mavericks

    A detailed trade proposal circulates featuring the Pistons acquiring Irving from Dallas, with Detroit sending Darius Garland, Ron Holland II, and Kris Dunn to the Mavericks, while the Los Angeles Clippers receive Jalen Duren. The analysis emphasizes Irving's proven track record succeeding alongside ball-handlers like LeBron James and Luka Doncic, and highlights Detroit's need to improve 91.5 points per 100 possessions in clutch situations versus the Knicks' 105.8.

    “Irving has excelled next to other ball-handlers in the past (LeBron James, Luka Doncic) and can do the same with Cunningham.”
    — Sai Mohan
    1. 1 outlet Kyrie Irving Draws Massive Trade Proposals to Detroit Pistons

      first by Yahoo Sports, 4d ago

    2. 1 outlet Pistons Proposed to Land Kyrie Irving in 3-Team Blockbuster Trade

      first by Yahoo Sports, 5d ago

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    Analyst argues Irving-Pistons pairing makes sense for both franchises

    Miles Irvin of Sports Illustrated proposes that Kyrie Irving would be an ideal fit for the Detroit Pistons as a co-star alongside Cade Cunningham. The piece argues the Mavericks would benefit from acquiring Detroit's draft assets during their rebuild around Cooper Flagg, while the Pistons would address their offensive struggles in close playoff games.

    1. 1 outlet Could Kyrie Irving Be The Missing Piece In Detroit?

      first by Sports Illustrated, 5d ago

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