5 Detroit Pistons that might help you win your fantasy basketball league
3. Reggie Jackson
When he came to Detroit, Reggie Jackson was an electric guard that thrived in the pick-and-roll game and using his speed to get to the rim. Injuries have hindered his ability but that is still his bread and butter.
However, in Casey’s first season, Jackson is coming off his most efficient season. He spent the least amount of time with the ball in his hands (24.5 usage rate) since his Oklahoma City Thunder days. It yielded his best turnover rate, 11.4 percent, of his career.
His true shooting percentage was a career high 54.7 percent. It’s a result of a career-best 36.9 percentage from 3-point range on nearly two more attempts than he took last year.
ESPN has Jackson rated 139 in its draft pool, coming off a season in which he yielded 1,098 fantasy points for owners.
He’s going to start alongside Blake Griffin, who will take a lot of attention away and free up open 3-point opportunities. Jackson’s catch-and-shoot percentage was 39.6 percent from 3-point range.
While Jackson’s usage rate decreased, his shot attempts remained the same. He played a full 82 game season for the first time and has been able to spend his whole offseason working on his game than rehabbing is a bonus.
He could be a solid piece that could separate a fantasy league championship contender, be it in the extra guard spot or as a utility. Owners just have to hope he stays healthy.