Pistons add backcourt depth ahead of trade deadline

Between the lines: This is the type of under-the-radar deal that can help a floundering franchise like Detroit speed up its rebuilding process.

• Early reports said the Pistons also landed two wing players — Josh Richardson from the Heat and Lindy Waters III from the Warriors — and a second-round pick in the deal.

Catch up quick: The Pistons hired Trajan Langdon in May to lead their front office after back-to-back seasons as the NBA's losingest team.

• Returns are positive so far: The Pistons (25-26) are competing for a playoff spot and Cade Cunningham was just named to his first All-Star team.

Plus: In another trade this week, Detroit acquired Sixers forward K.J. Martin.

What we're watching: Martin and Richardson are likely to end up with other teams, per the Free Press.

What's next: The Pistons host Philadelphia tonight at 7:30pm at Little Caesars Arena.