November 20, 2022; Sacramento, California, USA; Detroit Pistons general manager Troy Weaver before the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

NBA Blockbuster Trade Delivered Reunion For Former Pistons

Originally posted on Detroit Pistons on SI
By Justin Grasso | Last updated Jun 29, 2025 6:42 PM ET

The New Orleans Pelicans’ front office has a connection with the Detroit Pistons . After Joe Dumars stepped down from his role within the league’s office, he decided to work for a franchise again. One of Dumars’ first orders of business was to bring Troy Weaver, the former General Manager of the Pistons.

As the Pelicans got to work on making some notable moves on the roster, they traded for an old friend of Weaver’s by landing the veteran forward, Saddiq Bey.

In a blockbuster deal, which included Jordan Poole and CJ McCollum, Bey was included. He was sent to New Orleans ahead of the 2025-2026 season.

Breaking: Pelicans are trading CJ McCollum to the Wizards for Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey, and a No. 40 pick, per @ShamsCharania

New Orleans also sending Kelly Olynyk and a future second-round pick to Washington. pic.twitter.com/aRmVNb7EIN
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) June 24, 2025

Bey’s been recovering from an ACL tear over the past year. During his stint with the Atlanta Hawks, Bey was injured in early March. Despite being a free agent in the offseason last year, Bey received a notable three-year deal from the Washington Wizards, which was worth $20 million. He spent the 2024-2025 NBA season rehabbing with the Wizards. He never debuted for the team before getting moved.

During Bey’s latest playing season, he appeared in 63 games with the Hawks. The veteran guard produced 14 points per game while shooting 32 percent from the field. He also averaged seven assists per game.

Still, Bey’s best years were during his 204-game stretch with the Pistons. At the time, Bey averaged 15 points, five rebounds, and two assists. He knocked down 36 percent of his threes on seven attempts per game. As the Pelicans retool their roster around Zion Williamson, Bey will offer a helping hand once he’s fully healthy.