Fans have responded with comical reactions to Killian Hayes’s plea to be traded.
Killian Hayes, who plays for the Detroit Pistons (Via Sports Illustrated)
The Detroit Pistons, who have a documented record as the worst team this season, are facing dire times. Currently sitting at the bottom of the Eastern Conference with 43 losses, it’s no surprise that one of their players, specifically their Point Guard, wants to move to a better team. However, the wording of his trade request has been met with negative feedback.
Hayes, a 22-year-old who was the seventh pick in the 2020 draft for the Detroit Pistons, believes that with the trade deadline approaching rapidly, he needs a fresh start in a new team. According to sources close to Hayes, who is believed to have shown improvement over time, he feels the need to join another team. Unfortunately, his public statement has not been well-received by fans.
His desire for a change has led fans to mock the player, highlighting his failure to meet expectations. Some fans even suggested that none of the NBA teams would be willing to take him, and that he should consider playing in China. This has sparked a prolonged debate.
BREAKING: Killian Hayes seeks a new team. “According to a source from Killian Hayes’ camp, they would prefer the fourth-year point guard to join a different team. The Pistons seem to be in agreement.” (Via [source]) [insert link to source] [insert image]
Only time will tell if Hayes’s wish to join a stronger team will come true. For now, he is facing a barrage of negative comments from fans who believe his demands outweigh his actual performance on the court.
Once news of the rookie’s trade request spread online, fans couldn’t resist trolling him endlessly. The popular social media platform X became a hub for relentless memes and criticism.
Here are some of the reactions from fans regarding the trade request:
“Prepare to learn Chinese.”
“I heard that the Shanghai Sharks are interested.”
Killian Hayes’s new team: [insert meme image]
Hayes contemplating his next team: [insert meme image]
Killian Hayes right now: [insert meme image]
“You’re lucky to even be on a roster.”
“We’ve reached the point in the simulation where Killian Hayes is making trade demands.” [insert meme image]
“You won’t be in the NBA, buddy.” [insert meme image]
“Who does Killian Hayes think he is, demanding a trade?” [insert meme image]
Fans have mercilessly criticized Killian Hayes for his trade request. However, the future development of this situation and whether the Knicks will grant his request remains to be seen. In the meantime, the entertainment continues with memes and hilarious tweets.