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Pistons Land Huerter as Bulls Add Ivey, Conley in Three-Team Trade With Timberwolves

The deal cuts Minnesota’s luxury-tax bill and puts it under the first apron, signaling room to maneuver before Thursday’s deadline.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA – JANUARY 29: Jaden Ivey #23 of the Detroit Pistons dribbles the ball during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center on January 29, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Pistons 114-96. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
Jan 28, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (25) shoots past Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (10) during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Jan 19, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey (23) drives against Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) in the second half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Jaden Ivey and Mike Conley Jr. go to Chicago, Kevin Huerter and Dario Šarić go to Detroit, and the Pistons receive a protected 2026 first-round pick swap from Minnesota, with league approval pending, according to ESPN and the AP.
  • Detroit, 36-12 and leading the East, addresses perimeter spacing by adding Huerter, while Šarić arrives as veteran depth and potential salary to flip.
  • Ivey, 23, gets a fresh start in Chicago after injuries and a reduced role in Detroit; he is averaging 8.2 points in 16.8 minutes this season and is set to be a restricted free agent.
  • Minnesota did not take back a player, dropping its projected tax from about $24 million to roughly $3.8 million and moving below the first apron, per ESPN’s Bobby Marks.
  • All four players are on expiring contracts, and Šarić can still be traded again before Thursday’s 3 p.m. ET deadline because his salary goes into an exception, with reporting also noting Minnesota’s pursuit of a star could follow.