Detroit Pistons: How will Jose Calderon fit in next year?

How he affects the current roster

As mentioned before, the Pistons have a clear pecking order when it comes to their point guard position, leaving Calderon without many minutes moving forward. However, Calderon has never been one to stir up trouble in the locker room, and it’s highly unlikely that will start in Detroit.

He’ll provide a level of coaching to his teammates from the bench. He’ll always be ready to play even if those opportunities are few and far between, but the one thing Calderon will never do is complain about his playing time, making him an ideal acquisition for any team.

In terms of playing with guys who don’t share his position, Calderon could prove beneficial for the duo of Griffin and Drummond, setting them up for easier shots where they prefer to operate.

While most comfortable with the ball in his hands, Griffin is one of the best roll men in the game. If the chemistry is there, Calderon will be great for BG in that aspect as a guy always looking to make the right play.

When it comes to Drummond, he’s also proven a viable pick-and-roll partner, one who will certainly mesh with the pass-first Calderon.

As a career 87.3 percent free throw shooter, Calderon may also be able to help Drummond at the free throw line, providing pointers more for the mental aspect that comes with the isolation of a free throw.