The Detroit Pistons are setting the pace for the Eastern Conference, but most would agree that something is missing. Many are scouring the trade market for stars, but the final piece may actually be a high-level role player showing signs of being an elite 3-and-D wing: Max Christie.
With the Dallas Mavericks willing to listen to trade offers for all but two of their players, Christie is seemingly available—and Detroit needs to get Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi on the phone.
Dallas is currently 13-23 and struggling to field a healthy roster. It has a bright future with Cooper Flagg leading the charge, but injuries to players such as Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II have inevitably stalled their momentum.