The Detroit Pistons made their return to the postseason last year behind the leadership of Andre Drummond and Reggie Jackson. With sights set on making a step up in the Eastern Conference, Detroit took a step backwards with the recent injury news of Jackson.
For the Pistons, this is huge for their young core missing Jackson for the first part of the season. As far as replacements go, Head Coach Stan Van Gundy mentions how they will keep an eye on some roster cuts over the league.
After handing Ish Smith a three-year deal over the offseason, it looks as if the journeyman point guard will be the starter heading into the season.