Pistons target LeBron James after proposed Kevin Durant trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 12:58 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
The Detroit Pistons are exploring options to sign LeBron James following a proposed three-team trade that would send Kevin Durant to Detroit. As part of the deal, the Houston Rockets would acquire Zaccharie Risacher and additional assets from the Atlanta Hawks. The Pistons have previously lost several key players and now seek to bolster their roster around Cade Cunningham. Although Detroit could only offer James a minimum contract, reports indicate he is open to that option, especially if paired with Durant. This offseason has not been favorable for the Pistons, with uncertainty surrounding Jalen Duren's free agency and minimal roster additions thus far.
- •Pistons in pursuit of LeBron James after Kevin Durant trade proposal.
- •Proposed trade includes assets from the Atlanta Hawks and Houston Rockets.
- •Pistons have lost Isaiah Stewart, Marcus Sasser, and Tobias Harris.
- •Cade Cunningham remains a pivotal player for Detroit's future.
- •LeBron is reportedly open to signing for the veteran's minimum.
- 12:58 AMYahoo Sports — Pistons Proposed to Sign LeBron After Landing Kevin Durant in 3-Team Trade
"The 2026 offseason has been somewhat of a bummer for Detroit Pistons fans, especially because of the distance built up between the franchise and Jalen Duren, who continues to dangle as an unrestricted free agent. Detroit lost Isaiah Stewart, Marcus Sasser and Tobias Harris earlier this offseason, and the Pistons have only added a pair […] The post Pistons Proposed to Sign LeBron After Landing Kevin Durant in 3-Team Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
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