Isaiah Joe leaves OKC, reflects on his time with Thunder
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Isaiah Joe has been traded from the Oklahoma City Thunder to the Detroit Pistons for two future second-round picks. Joe spent four seasons with OKC, establishing himself as a key player and averaging a career-best 11.1 points last season. Following the trade, Joe shared an emotional farewell letter on Instagram, thanking his coaches, teammates, and fans for their support. He expressed gratitude for the bonds formed and the success achieved, including winning a Larry O'Brien trophy. Joe aims to bring his offensive skills to Detroit, where he will join Cade Cunningham.
- •Isaiah Joe traded to Detroit Pistons from OKC on July 8.
- •Joe averaged 11.1 points and 42.3% shooting from three last season.
- •He expresses gratitude in a goodbye letter on Instagram.
- •Joe helped OKC win an NBA championship during his tenure.
- •Pistons seek to leverage Joe's scoring ability alongside Cade Cunningham.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Isaiah Joe pens goodbye letter to OKC: 'We got to achieve the impossible'
"Isaiah Joe pens goodbye letter to OKC: 'We got to achieve the impossible.'
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