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Detroit Pistons: Aaron Gray Signed As Backup Center

By Adam McGee

Jan 20, 2013; Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Raptors center Aaron Gray (34) against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Air Canada Centre. The Raptors beat the Lakers 108-103. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 20, 2013; Toronto, ON, Canada; Toronto Raptors center Aaron Gray (34) against the Los Angeles Lakers at the Air Canada Centre. The Raptors beat the Lakers 108-103. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 29, 2014; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center Aaron Gray (33) fouls Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) during the first quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 29, 2014; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center Aaron Gray (33) fouls Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) during the first quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /

Gray isn’t a great shot blocker, so it’s hard to call him a rim protector. The Californian’s frame alone makes him an imposing figure for opposing players driving towards the rim though.

On top of being 7″0′, Gray is also 270 pounds, and he’s by no means shy of physical contact.

Gray’s size alone makes him a presence in front of the rim, and an obstacle for opposing teams to get around or over. Although, he mightn’t get firm rejections, Gray’s length will do enough to distract shooters, and make them adjust their shots.

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