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Detroit Pistons: Biggest strengths and weaknesses for 2017-18

ByKarintha Styles|
DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 6: Anthony Tolliver #43 of the Detroit Pistons high fives his teammates during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on October 6, 2017 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images)
DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 6: Anthony Tolliver #43 of the Detroit Pistons high fives his teammates during the game against the Atlanta Hawks on October 6, 2017 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images)
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Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images)
Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Detroit Pistons focused on their weaknesses and made an effort to improve on their strengths during the offseason.

After the Detroit Pistons finished 10th in the Eastern Conference with a 37-45 record in 2016-17, the Detroit Pistons need to regroup if they want to return to postseason play.

The team’s disappointing finish last season was a setback. Fans and experts thought the team had a chance to make the playoffs last year.

The Pistons’ salary cap issues prevented them from making a lot of big moves in the offseason. They were able to reposition themselves by adding shooters and players willing to buy into Stan Van Gundy’s defensive strategy.

Staying healthy, shooting and improving on defense, are important elements for the Pistons to concentrate on. Drafting Luke Kennard in the first round addresses the shooting aspect. The Pistons are hoping he can hold his own on defense as well.

Pistons center Andre Drummond spent the offseason working on improving his game from the charity stripe. The team also traded Marcus Morris to Boston for Avery Bradley.

Playing in the Eastern Conference gives the Detroit Pistons an easier route to the playoffs. Improving on their strengths as a team and minimizing the impact of their weaknesses might get the team into the seventh or eighth spot in the Eastern Conference. Here are the three biggest weaknesses and strengths for the Detroit Pistons in 2017-18.

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