Pistons Trade Marvin Bagley III to Wizards for Danilo Gallinari, Mike Muscala
The Detroit Pistons have made a trade with the Washington Wizards, sending Marvin Bagley III and Isaiah Livers along with two future second-round draft picks in exchange for Danilo Gallinari and Mike Muscala.
Pistons Trade Details
The Detroit Pistons have completed a trade with the Washington Wizards, as announced by Washington on Sunday. In the deal, the Pistons sent forwards Marvin Bagley III and Isaiah Livers as well as two future second-round draft picks to the Wizards. In return, the Pistons acquired Danilo Gallinari and Mike Muscala.
This trade allows the Pistons to unload $12.5 million in guaranteed money for the 2024-25 season by moving Bagley. The Wizards, on the other hand, will receive second-round picks in 2025 and 2026 as part of the deal.
Player Contracts
The players involved in the trade, such as Danilo Gallinari, Mike Muscala, and Isaiah Livers, all have expiring contracts. Gallinari has a contract worth $6.8 million, Muscala has a contract worth $3.5 million, and Livers has a contract worth $1.8 million.
This means that the trade provides salary relief for both teams, allowing them to potentially make further moves before the trade deadline.
Impact and Analysis
The Detroit Pistons have been looking to add some veteran shooting to their roster, and the acquisition of Danilo Gallinari and Mike Muscala helps in that aspect. While both players will have limited roles this season, they can contribute to spreading the floor for the Pistons.
Currently, the Pistons have a record of 3-36, placing them at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. The Wizards, with a record of 7-31, are just above the Pistons. This trade could potentially have an impact on both teams' performance moving forward.
