Detroit Pistons: Cory Joseph has exceeded expectations

Detroit Pistons guard Cory Joseph (18) shoots over Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson (13) . Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Cory Joseph was just suppose to be a throw-in for the Detroit Pistons in the Delon Wright. However, the veteran guard has been a major contributor since his arrival.

When Delon Wright was traded to the Sacramento Kings on March 25, not much thought was given the player the Kings were sending over as part of the trade.

There was much more attention given to the two second-round draft picks the Pistons received as part of the trade.

But to make the trade go through, under NBA salary cap rules, the Kings had to put a player in the deal whose salary was…