The Bucks were desperately in need of a team to take on Tyler Herro and return even more assets from trading away franchise icon Giannis Antetokounmpo, but it seems that the most interested suitor could already be bowing out. The Pistons were reportedly interested in Herro to add shooting and creation to their roster, but have already made two recent transactions to add those attributes with other players.
The Pistons already addressed their weaknesses without Herro
First the Pistons moved up in the draft to select Ebuka Okorie, whose biggest strength is his self-creation. Then, more importantly, they tackled their biggest weakness by trading for a prolific shooter in Isaiah Joe. Detroit has already given up significant draft capital to acquire two guards in the last few days, and it's unlikely they will want to make another big move for Herro.
The Bucks always knew the Pistons were hesitant to match their asking price for Herro, but these recent trades may have eliminated them as a suitor altogether. Even if neither Okorie or Joe is as good as Herro offensively right now, the Pistons will have high hopes of the pair combining for a similar impact while providing superior defense. The fact that Detroit got them for much cheaper than Herro is just icing on the cake.
Now the Pistons' next order of business will probably be shoring up their power forward spot with more depth. Ironically, the Bucks may have had a trade target for them a few days ago but Bobby Portis was sent packing to Miami along with Giannis. Portis wouldn't be a bad fit in Detroit with his toughness, rebounding and outside shooting - but now it won't be the Bucks who benefit if the Pistons decide to pursue him.
The Bucks will have to wait a little longer to trade Herro
If the Pistons are off the table, the Bucks may not find an immediate trade partner for Tyler Herro during the offseason. The Milwaukee native could wind up starting a few games for his hometown team next season before the Bucks hear some offers they like. If Herro does last that long with the Bucks, their top priority will be driving up his trade value to add assets for their rebuild.
Other teams could easily talk themselves into Herro next season if he has a bounceback, but the Bucks must be careful what they ask of him. Herro is at his best in complimentary roles rather than being an isolation scorer. If he can play his optimal role in Milwaukee and put some efforts into defense, both the Bucks and Herro can benefit from his next trade.
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