Pistons, Bulls Linked as Possible NBA Offseason Trade Partners originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

The Detroit Pistons were one of the most pleasant surprises during the 2024-25 NBA season. Not only did they take a big step forward from a developmental perspective, they also made a run to the playoffs.

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In the playoffs, the Pistons were able to push the New York Knicks to six games. Even though they lost the series, they had multiple late-game leads that turned into losses.

Moving into the future, Detroit has a legitimate chance to become a contender in the Eastern Conference. JB Bickerstaff and company could be a team to watch as a potential franchise interested in making a sizable move on the trade market.

With that being said, the Pistons have been linked to the Chicago Bulls as possible offseason trade partners.

Jake Weinbach, an NBA analyst and writer, has suggested Detroit as a potential trade suitor for Bulls' center Nikola Vucevic.

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"The market for Nikola Vučević has been quiet up to this point, but the Pistons are an intriguing team that could emerge as an under-the-radar suitor for Chicago’s skillful center," he wrote. "Detroit would value an experienced stretch five of Vučević’s skill set, and the 2x All-Star would be capable of playing alongside Jalen Duren in potential double big lineups."

Vucevic could be a very intriguing target for the Pistons. He has a good offensive skill-set and can rebound the basketball as well.

During the 2024-25 NBA season with Chicago, Vucevic played in 73 games and made 72 starts. He averaged 18.5 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 3.5 assists, while shooting 53% from the floor and 40.2% from the 3-point line.

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Those numbers could be exactly what Detroit was missing last season.

Depending on the price tag, the Pistons would be wise to look into the option. Adding Vucevic alongside Jalen Duren would give Detroit an elite front-court duo.

This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 7, 2025, where it first appeared.