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Pistons Trade Jaden Ivey for Kevin Huerter, Dario Saric & Pick Swap
Detroit Pistons make a big move at the trade deadline, acquiring Kevin Huerter from the Chicago Bulls.
Published on Feb. 8, 2026
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The Detroit Pistons have traded Jaden Ivey to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Kevin Huerter, Dario Saric, and a 2026 first-round pick swap. The Pistons were previously blown out by the short-handed Wizards, but then turned around and dominated the Knicks on the second night of a back-to-back. Hosts Wes and Blake break down the key takeaways from the trade deadline move and the Pistons' recent games.
Why it matters
The Pistons' trade for Huerter and Saric represents a significant shift in their roster and strategy, as they look to build around a new core of players. The team's ability to bounce back from a blowout loss and then handily defeat the Knicks also demonstrates their resilience and potential to compete in the Eastern Conference.
The details
In the trade, the Pistons sent Jaden Ivey to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Kevin Huerter, Dario Saric, and a 2026 first-round pick swap. Huerter, a sharpshooting guard, is expected to provide a scoring boost and veteran leadership to the Pistons' young roster. Saric, a versatile forward, also joins the team. The Pistons were previously blown out by the short-handed Wizards, but then turned things around and dominated the Knicks on the second night of a back-to-back.
- The Pistons traded Jaden Ivey to the Chicago Bulls on February 8, 2026.
- The Pistons were blown out by the Wizards prior to their game against the Knicks.
The players
Kevin Huerter
A sharpshooting guard acquired by the Pistons in the trade with the Chicago Bulls.
Dario Saric
A versatile forward also acquired by the Pistons in the trade with the Chicago Bulls.
Jaden Ivey
The young guard traded by the Pistons to the Chicago Bulls as part of the deal.
What’s next
The Pistons will look to integrate Huerter and Saric into their lineup and continue building momentum after their dominant win over the Knicks.
The takeaway
The Pistons' trade for Huerter and Saric represents a bold move to reshape their roster and compete in the Eastern Conference. The team's ability to bounce back from a blowout loss and then handily defeat the Knicks suggests they have the resilience and potential to be a force in the NBA.
