The Pistons have been rudderless lately. Some nights it’s the defense, some nights it’s the offense. Some nights it’s the starters, some nights it’s the bench. Whatever the reason for the malaise, the Pistons are in major danger of missing the playoffs, an unacceptable regression for a team this young and talented.
The Pistons need a shakeup, but they need one that still fits within the framework Stan Van Gundy has established around the Reggie Jackson-Andre Drummond pick and roll. The Pistons need roster clarity on the wing (Stanley Johnson is not a shooting guard) and a boost from the bench.