Pistons explore trade to add scoring punch

State of play: The Pistons (36-12) have the best record in the Eastern Conference, an MVP candidate in Cade Cunningham and a fierce defense.

• They need a second scorer who can shoot threes.

Driving the news: NBA insider Marc Stein reported over the weekend that Detroit has weighed pursuing Brooklyn forward Michael Porter Jr. or Charlotte forward Miles Bridges.

Between the lines: Despite Bridges' Michigan State connections, Porter seems to be an ideal fit for Detroit — and there's a potential deal that makes sense.

🔮 In exchange for Porter, the Pistons could send to Brooklyn Tobias Harris, Caris LeVert and first-round picks in 2026 and 2028, per Free Press Pistons reporter Omari Sankofa II.

By the numbers: Porter, who won an NBA championship with Denver in 2023, is averaging 25.6 points, 7.3 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game this season on 48.2% shooting.

Flashback: Detroit added German Olympian Dennis Schröder to its roster ahead of last year's trade deadline.