Derrick Jones Jr. is playing his way into Pistons trade watch

The Detroit Pistons could end up considering a trade for Derrick Jones Jr.

By Jack Simone · Piston Powered

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 10:41 PM

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PistonPowered suggests Los Angeles Clippers forward Derrick Jones Jr. would be a strong trade target for Detroit.
Jones is shooting 52.0% from 3-point range on 4.2 attempts per game through six games.
Jones is on an expiring $10.5 million contract, presenting minimal financial risk.

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PistonPowered's Jack Simone argues that Los Angeles Clippers forward Derrick Jones Jr. could be an ideal trade target for the Detroit Pistons ahead of the February deadline. Jones has demonstrated strong perimeter shooting, hitting 52.0% of his 3-pointers across the Clippers' first six games, while maintaining his reputation as a versatile defender.

Simone notes that Jones is earning an expiring $10.5 million contract, making him a low-risk addition. Detroit could match salaries using players like Kevin Huerter or absorb Jones' contract using a $15 million traded player exception created by the Isaiah Stewart deal.

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