In a proposed trade, the Detroit Pistons would acquire Malik Monk to strengthen their playoff rotation, sending Caris LeVert and two second-round picks to the other team.
The Detroit Pistons are looking like favorites to emerge from the Eastern Conference this season.
Sacramento Kings / Schedule
However, it will certainly be a huge challenge for them to win the East, and they may still be seeking a potential upgrade to strengthen their playoff rotation.
NBA analyst Jake Weinbach proposed an intriguing trade idea for the Pistons that could bring them a reliable, experienced scorer off the bench—someone who might help push them over the hump in the East.
Full trade idea
Pistons receive:
Kings receive:
For Sacramento Kings this would be a good trade acquiring some draft capital and saving some money off Monk's contract.
Meanwhile Detroit receive a player with a great scoring ability and some valuable experience.
This season 27-year-old Monk has been averaging 12.5 points, 2 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in around 22 minutes per game for the Kings.
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