Isaiah Joe has emerged as a potential trade candidate this offseason as the Oklahoma City Thunder continue evaluating their long-term financial outlook.
With the franchise approaching luxury tax and second apron considerations, league sources have indicated that Oklahoma City could explore ways to create additional flexibility, and Joe is among the players drawing interest from rival teams.
One organization reportedly monitoring his situation is the Detroit Pistons, who remain focused on improving the roster around franchise guard Cade Cunningham.
Detroit’s front office has made perimeter shooting a priority as it looks to build a more effective offensive structure around Cunningham.
Adding reliable floor spacers is viewed as an important step in maximizing the former No. 1 overall pick’s playmaking abilities, making Joe an attractive target given his reputation as one of the league’s more efficient long-range shooters.
Joe appeared in 71 games last season, averaging 10.2 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 21.7 minutes while shooting 42.3 percent on three-pointers.
His ability to consistently stretch defenses played a valuable role during the regular season, helping provide spacing for Oklahoma City’s young core and contributing to the team’s offensive success throughout the year.
However, his role became more limited during the postseason.
In the playoffs, Joe only averaged 4.8 points in 11.0 minutes across 13 games as he played sparingly against the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Finals.
The reduced workload led to questions about how he fits into the Thunder’s long-term rotation as the team continues to compete for a championship.
Joe is on a declining four-year, $48 million contract with the Thunder and will make $11.3 million this coming season.
That contract structure could make him particularly appealing to teams seeking shooting help without taking on a major financial commitment.
The Thunder also hold a team option on Joe’s contract for the 2027-28 season at $11.3 million, giving any acquiring team an additional layer of cost control and roster flexibility.
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— RealGM (@RealGM) June 19, 2026
