Detroit Pistons: 5 takeaways from 2018 NBA Summer League

The Detroit Pistons had an average NBA Summer League. However, their roster’s production left much to be desired, and some of them continue to underwhelm.

The Detroit Pistons‘ 2018 NBA Summer League has been less successful than hoped. They finished with a 3-3 record, including two bad losses to the Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks.

While some of their younger players have shown out, others are still not where the team would like them to be. Detroit isn’t going to be a contender this season, but there are some factors showing it could contend in the next few years on this summer roster.

The Pistons lack the typical floor-spacers that NBA teams are looking for in the modern era. However, they do have the long, defensive players on the wings that give more lineup flexibility. Khyri Thomas and Bruce Brown Jr. both look like rotation defenders at their worst. However, they have the ability to be great two-way players. There aren’t a ton of spots available on the regular season roster, but some of these players will earn playing time.

Dwane Casey rounded out his coaching staff earlier this week with a former assistant during his time with the Toronto Raptors. His starting lineup pieces are already established, as only the small forward and shooting guard spots aren’t solidified. Luke Kennard is the only player who played major minutes last season on the Summer League roster. He hasn’t even played a single minute. This summer roster will provide depth, but major contributions will come from elsewhere.