Creating the perfect Detroit Pistons player

Arms: Tayshaun Prince

His wingspan was officially measured at 7’2″, but it seemed like Prince’s arms could cover the length and width of the basketball court.

Whether he was swatting shots, deflecting passes, pick-pocketing point guards, making passing lanes disappear, or taking a break to score some rare points for himself, Prince and those long arms were a signature staple of some great Pistons teams.

Prince ranks eighth in franchise history in blocks and ninth in offensive rebounds, despite being a relatively thin small forward. Those spider-like limbs helped a lot in those areas.

For six straight seasons from 2003-09, Prince played in every game for Detroit and started all but two games. He was named to the NBA’s All-Defensive Team four times during that stretch and was integral in the Pistons’ 2004 championship.