Trade Talk: Pistons Use Cap Space to Help Lakers

Pistons take on Westbrook's contract

The Los Angeles Lakers and Detroit Pistons are reportedly finalizing a trade that would send Russell Westbrook to the Pistons in exchange for multiple second-round picks. The trade would give the Lakers much-needed salary cap relief, while the Pistons would add a veteran point guard to their young roster.

Lakers get much-needed cap relief

The Lakers have been looking to trade Westbrook all offseason, as he is owed $47 million next season. The trade would give the Lakers the cap space they need to sign a max-level free agent next summer. The Lakers have been linked to several big-name free agents, including Kyrie Irving and DeMar DeRozan.

Pistons add veteran point guard

The Pistons are getting a veteran point guard in Westbrook, who has been an All-Star nine times. Westbrook is still a capable player, averaging 18.5 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 7.1 assists per game last season. The Pistons are hoping that Westbrook can help mentor their young players, including Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey.

Trade is a win-win for both teams

The trade is a win-win for both teams. The Lakers get the cap relief they need to make a run at a championship next season, while the Pistons get a veteran point guard who can help them compete for a playoff spot.