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Detroit Pistons: Some ‘injuries’ stranger than others in NBA tank land

Detroit Pistons guard Rodney McGruder (17) warms up before the game against the Golden State Warriors.. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

The Detroit Pistons are beset by ‘injuries’ to finish the season as they play young players who need experience. But some of the holdouts are a bit odd.

With no chance at the post-season, the Detroit Pistons are doing what every other team with no shot: Playing young players to get them some experience and allow development.

All well and good. There is no reason to trot out Jerami Grant for games that are meaningless (with one exception).