 On January 29, 1987, Nimphius was traded by the Los Angeles Clippers to the Detroit Pistons for a 1987 1st round draft pick (Ken Norman was later selected) and a 1987 2nd round draft pick (Norris Coleman was later selected).Nimphius played 11 games with the La Crosse Catbirds of the CBA in 1987, while in transition.He averaged 12.1 points, 6.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists.