Why The Detroit Pistons Do The Deal
The fifth pick may be a huge asset. Pistons fans didn’t exactly celebrate when they landed it.
After all, this was the worst team in the NBA this season. They wanted a higher pick. Meanwhile, in this particular draft, the truly elite prospects all land in the top 3 or 4.
With that in mind, the Pistons already have plenty of young players to develop. If they feel like they don’t want to take on another one, that’s understandable. The Pistons may want to take a step forward.
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Adding Brown will help them do so. In fact, his shot creation alongside the combined playmaking of Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey will complement him perfectly.
Finally, Brown is young enough to be part of this team’s long-term vision. If everything clicks, he may get his name out of the rumor mill.