The 2026 Detroit Tigers have created a buzz following their signing of star pitcher Framber Valdez and future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander.

First, let's break down what the deal is and what it isn't. The Detroit Pistons send out a former lottery pick, Jaden Ivey, for a "shooter" (Kevin Huerter), a stretch four (Dario Saric), and a protected first-round pick swap.

The NBA trade deadline quickly approaches (Thursday, February 5 at 3 p.m. ET), and the rumors (mostly unsubstantiated clickbait) continue to fly about what the Detroit Pistons will do to ready the team for the postseason.