Pistons trade Caris LeVert for Taurean Prince, Gary Harris
Detroit Bad Boys • • sports
Key Points:
- The Detroit Pistons traded Caris LeVert and two second-round picks for veterans Taurean Prince and Gary Harris, combining for 32 years of NBA experience, in a rare deal involving three players with at least a decade in the league.
- This trade reduces Detroit’s salary commitments by over $7 million and creates a $14.8 million trade exception, while adding Prince as a key backup power forward known for his strong three-point shooting.
- Prince, recovering from a herniated neck disc, showed strong performance late last season, whereas Harris is expected to be a role player or possibly waived following the trade.
- LeVert struggled during his single season with Detroit, showing poor shooting and defense, and faced limited playing time due to a crowded backcourt.
- The Pistons’ roster now appears more balanced with Prince filling a needed backup power forward role, and the team may be done making significant moves this offseason unless further trades or waivers occur.
