Pistons aim to trade for Lakers' Austin Reaves to boost roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 2:33 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
The Detroit Pistons are reportedly looking to acquire guard Austin Reaves from the Los Angeles Lakers. Sources indicate that the Pistons could use Ron Holland II and future draft picks as trade assets. Reaves, who signed a four-year, $180 million deal, is seen as a potential crucial addition to pair with Cade Cunningham. Detroit's offseason moves have focused on building a core capable of competing in the Eastern Conference, having already extended Jalen Duren's contract. This proposed trade could enhance their offensive options as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Pistons are interested in trading for Austin Reaves from Lakers
- •Ron Holland II may be included in the trade
- •Reaves signed a four-year, $180 million contract with the Lakers
- •Pistons extended Jalen Duren's contract this summer
- •A successful trade could bolster the Pistons' playoff ambitions
- 2:33 PMYahoo Sports — Pistons predicted to trade for Lakers' $180M beloved combo guard to pair with Cade Cunningham
"The Detroit Pistons are building the roster with young talent. In this trade proposal, they get a great young guard with plenty of experience.
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