 On February 16, 1982 Carr was Traded by the Cleveland Cavaliers, with Bill Laimbeer, to the Detroit Pistons for Phil Hubbard, Paul Mokeski, a 1982 1st round draft pick (John Bagley was later selected) and a 1982 2nd round draft pick (Dave Magley was later selected).in 28 games with the Pistons, Carr averaged 7.4 points and 4.9 rebounds.On June 23, 1982 Carr was traded by the Detroit Pistons to the Portland Trail Blazers for a 1982 1st round draft pick (Ricky Pierce was later selected).