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Detroit Pistons: Still-too-early starting lineup projections

By Brenden Welper

DETROIT, MI - APRIL 4: Reggie Jackson #1 of the Detroit Pistons looks on during the National Anthem before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on April 4, 2018 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images)
DETROIT, MI - APRIL 4: Reggie Jackson #1 of the Detroit Pistons looks on during the National Anthem before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on April 4, 2018 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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Projected small forward: Glenn Robinson III

MIAMI, FL – FEBRUARY 25: Glenn Robinson III #40 of the Indiana Pacers handles the ball during a game against the Miami Heat on February 25, 2017 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)
MIAMI, FL – FEBRUARY 25: Glenn Robinson III #40 of the Indiana Pacers handles the ball during a game against the Miami Heat on February 25, 2017 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images) /

Glenn Robinson III is everything that Stanley Johnson is not: a reliable 3-point shooter, an above-the-rim nightmare, and a much more polished offensive player.

Which is why he should start at small forward for the Pistons this year. Both Robinson and Johnson have athleticism. But it’s Robinson who has the ability to score in almost every way possible.

He is a career 41.2 percent 3-point shooter, as well as a career 42.4 percent shooter. Most of his scoring opportunities are generated organically, meaning that his game can translate to any offensive system.

Robinson doesn’t need plays that are specifically designed for him. While 31.1 percent of his field goal attempts came in spot-up situations, it was Robinson who set himself up for a majority those looks.

This differs from most spot-up shooters, who are not only stationary, but also depend on a point guard to create the necessary space.

When one utilize quickness the way Robinson does, it’s very difficult for the defense to keep up.

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