Nerlens Noel Traded to Detroit Pistons
Move Bolsters Pistons' Frontcourt Depth
Noel a Top-Level Defensive Player
Nerlens Noel has been traded to the Detroit Pistons in a deal that sends Alec Burks to the New York Knicks. The Pistons also acquired the draft rights to Nikola Radičević and a 2025 protected second-round pick.
Noel is a 6'11" center who was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers with the sixth overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft. He has spent the past three seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Noel is a top-level defensive player who averaged 1.2 blocks per game last season. He is also a solid rebounder, averaging 5.6 rebounds per game.
The Pistons are hoping that Noel can help them improve their defense, which was one of the worst in the NBA last season. The Pistons also believe that Noel can be a valuable contributor on the offensive end, as he is a good passer and can score in the post.
The Pistons are excited to add Noel to their team, and they believe that he can help them compete for a playoff spot next season.
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