Pistons trade for Taurean Prince, Middleton returns to Wizards in six-team deal

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Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Pistons trade for Taurean Prince, Middleton returns to Wizards in six-team deal
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The Detroit Pistons acquired Taurean Prince and Gary Harris from the Milwaukee Bucks as part of a six-team trade on July 8, 2026. The Pistons traded guard Caris LeVert and two second-round picks to Milwaukee, continuing their strategy of clearing cap space. This comes after Detroit's seven-game playoff series loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, as they aim to enhance their roster. Additionally, Khris Middleton returns to the Washington Wizards through a sign-and-trade deal involving the Dallas Mavericks and several other teams, illustrating a complex series of transactions linking all parties involved in the trade.

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  • Pistons send Caris LeVert to Bucks for Taurean Prince and Gary Harris.
  • Pistons aim to clear cap space to sign Jalen Duren.
  • Middleton's return to Wizards is part of a complex sign-and-trade.
  • Six teams involved: Mavericks, Wizards, Pistons, Bucks, Grizzlies, Clippers.
  • Pistons previously signed John Collins on a three-year deal.
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It wouldn't be a proper NBA offseason without a convoluted, six-team trade that sends multiple players to new teams.

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