Thunder trade Isaiah Joe to Pistons for future draft picks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 1:45 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
On July 6, the Oklahoma City Thunder officially announced the trade of Isaiah Joe to the Detroit Pistons in exchange for two future second-round picks. This move was largely driven by the Thunder's need to clear roster space and mitigate a significant tax bill, saving approximately $75 million. Joe, a notable three-point shooter, had achieved career highs in points and shooting percentage last season and spent four seasons with Oklahoma City. He finished as the franchise's top player in three-point percentage and remains a beloved figure in the organization. The Pistons will offer Joe an opportunity for increased playing time and a chance to continue his development in the NBA.
- •Isaiah Joe traded to Pistons for two future second-round picks.
- •Thunder save approximately $75 million in tax liabilities.
- •Joe averaged 11.1 points and shot 42.3% from three last season.
- •He ranks first in Thunder history for three-point percentage.
- •Joe spent four seasons with Oklahoma City, appearing in 296 games.
- 1:45 AMYahoo Sports — Thunder Officially Announce the Isaiah Joe Trade
"To clear roster spots and slash a massive tax bill, Oklahoma City sends its greatest deep-range sniper to Detroit in exchange for two future second-round picks.
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