Pistons' unglamorous signing makes bold statement about their identity

Milwaukee Bucks v Detroit Pistons | Mike Mulholland/GettyImagesThe Pistons made a move to fill out their roster by signing free agent Javonte Green to a one-year deal. Green is a 6-foot-4, 205lbs defensive-minded wing who is entering his 7th season and split his time last year between the Pelicans and Cavaliers.

Green is a hard-nosed defender and has survived in the NBA as long as he has due to his work in the less glamorous parts of the game. As a former undrafted and overseas player, he always competes hard on both sides of the ball and is known for his athletic finishes on offense as well.

Green won’t expect to see many minutes for the Pistons and will be more of an emergency option when…