Detroit Pistons: What Will D.J. Augustin Bring From The Bench?

By Adam McGee | Aug 11, 2014

Apr 22, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard D.J. Augustin (14) dribbles the ball against Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) during the second half in game two during the first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at United Center. Washington Wizards defeats the Chicago Bulls 101-99 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports /

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Apr 2, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Chicago Bulls guard D.J. Augustin (14) shoots a basket in the first half against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Shirey-USA TODAY Sports /

Aggression

Augustin offers a truly direct threat. He likes to attack, and he likes to help his team score. This is what gives Augustin no hesitation to pull the trigger on three-pointers, whether they’re set or they’re pull-up jumpers. It’s also what gives Augustin the tenacity to drive to the rim, looking to finish.

Augustin is exactly the type of guy teams want to have off the bench, as he’s single-handedly capable of kickstarting an offense. This isn’t just by creating for himself either though. Last season, Augustin averaged five assists per game in Chicago, helping to spread the wealth.

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