Detroit Pistons: Can Brandon Jennings Be Relied Upon?

By Adam McGee | Jul 29, 2014

Apr 5, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Brandon Jennings (7) dribbles the ball against Boston Celtics guard Jerryd Bayless (11) during the third quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Pistons beat the Celtics 115-111. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports /

3 of 5

Mar 12, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Pistons guard Brandon Jennings (7) chases a ball against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Detroit 101-87. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports /

Turnovers

Most teams rely on their point guard, as the floor general, to be their leader and a calming influence. That can’t really be said for Jennings.

Just like with his shooting, Jennings’ all-around game could do with being more efficient, and as a point guard, that brings particular focus to his handling.

Jennings is a talented passer, and when he does decide to pass, can execute extravagantly. The problem is that it appears that Jennings doesn’t quite get when to push it, and when to make the simple play.

For his career he averages a very careless 2.5 turnovers per game, including a career high 2.7 last season.

Home/Detroit Pistons