Nerlens Noel Traded to Detroit Pistons
Noel Traded for Draft Rights and Second-Round Pick
On July 11, 2022, Noel was traded alongside Alec Burks to the Detroit Pistons in exchange for the draft rights to Nikola Radičević and a 2025 protected second-round pick.
Noel, a Tilton School graduate, is a top-level defensive player and a likely one-and-done prospect. He should be able to add the all-around polish he needs to be a very high draft pick at Kentucky next year.
Chad Ford Ranks Noel Among Top 30 Prospects
Chad Ford provides his latest Big Board of the top 30 prospects for the 2013 NBA draft with Kentucky big man Nerlens Noel retaining his position among the elite.
Interview with Nerlens Noel
In an interview with Chad Ford, Noel discusses his strengths and weaknesses as a player, as well as his goals for the future.
Coach Cal Comments on Noel's Potential
Kentucky coach John Calipari weighs in on Noel's potential, praising his defensive abilities and his ability to impact the game in a variety of ways.
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