Pistons inquire about trade for Mavericks' Kyrie Irving
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 11:24 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The Detroit Pistons have approached the Dallas Mavericks regarding a trade for star point guard Kyrie Irving. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the Mavericks' president, Masai Ujiri, has indicated that Irving is not available for trade despite the Pistons' interest. Irving, who has been sidelined since early March 2025 due to a knee injury, is expected to return for the 2026-27 season. The Pistons are also looking into acquiring New Orleans Pelicans wing Trey Murphy III, although the Pelicans have not made him available. Following a successful season, the Pistons are actively seeking to bolster their roster with shooters.
- •Pistons approach Mavericks about Kyrie Irving trade.
- •Ujiri confirms Irving is not available for trade.
- •Irving recovering from ACL injury, expected back in 2026-27.
- •Pistons also inquire about Pelicans' Trey Murphy III.
- •Pistons finished last season with 60 wins.
- 11:24 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Pistons have asked Mavericks about trade for PG Kyrie Irving
"The Detroit Pistons have reportedly asked the Dallas Mavericks about trading for star point guard Kyrie Irving.
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