Not only would drafting Maker with the 18th pick be a huge mistake by the Pistons, but it would also still be a huge risk for the Pistons to draft him with the 49th pick of the draft.
Maker was seen as a potential top three pick a few years ago, however he has slowly turned from a franchise altering prospect to risky project player who is more likely to bust than boom.
The most enticing thing about Maker is his physical attributes. He measured just over seven foot at the Draft Combine and he possesses a 7’3″ wingspan, which has deservedly caught the eye of team scouts.