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Detroit Pistons Trade Rumors: The pros and cons of trading Delon Wright

By Aaron Kellerstrass

Detroit Pistons guard Delon Wright (55) dribbles by Philadelphia 76ers guard Matisse Thybulle (22). Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports
Detroit Pistons guard Delon Wright (55) dribbles by Philadelphia 76ers guard Matisse Thybulle (22). Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports /
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Detroit Pistons guard Delon Wright Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports /

Detroit Pistons: Potential trade return for Delon Wright

Pro:  The biggest benefit of trading a guy like Delon Wright is that the Detroit Pistons got him for practically nothing and could turn him into an asset.

If the Pistons were to include the 2nd-Round pick they have coming from Toronto, then they might be able to trade Wright for a young project and a first-round pick from a contender.

This would give Troy Weaver another late first to play with in a trade or to look for additional talent. Considering he found Isaiah Stewart and Saddiq Bey later in the first round, I’m optimistic Troy Weaver can find more talent, even in the late 20’s.

Could they pry away a young player like Matisse Thybulle who better fits with their timeline for success? Also a possibility. Trading Delon Wright now would be selling high on a guy who was not thought of as an asset coming into the season.

Con: The problem with this is that Delon Wright is currently outplaying his contract and might be more valuable than a late pick in the first round. Teams need smart role players off their bench and Wright has proven he can be that guy.

He’s been better than advertised, is still only 28-years-old and is the kind of guy every team needs on their roster, which is a player on a low-cost contract who produces.

The Detroit Pistons have been better than expected this season even though they are in last place, and may not be far from competing for the playoffs next season with the right moves. Delon Wright provides quality depth off the bench and could be part of the Pistons’ future success, which may come sooner than later.