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Pistons' key departure had an overrated impact

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One of the Detroit Pistons’ biggest offseason departures has been Dennis Schroder. The veteran point guard, who the Pistons acquired at the trade deadline last season, suited up with Detroit for the final 28 games of the regular season and every game of the first-round series against the Knicks before deciding to sign with the Kings this offseason. His departure has left a void at backup point guard on the roster and many fans fondly remember his contributions last season, but we may be overrating his impact.

The Detroit Pistons can replace Dennis Schroder's impact

Schroder started the season incredibly hot with the Brooklyn Nets, averaging 18 points on blistering 45/39/89 shooting splits in 23 games before being traded.