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Detroit Pistons: Analyzing the current state of the shooting guard position

By Jacob Warfle

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 18: Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk #19 of the Detroit Pistons drives against Jeff Teague #00 of the Atlanta Hawks inthe first half at State Farm Arena on January 18, 2020 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 18: Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk #19 of the Detroit Pistons drives against Jeff Teague #00 of the Atlanta Hawks inthe first half at State Farm Arena on January 18, 2020 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /
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Josh Jackson #20 of the Memphis Grizzlies (Photo by Daniel Shirey/Getty Images)
Josh Jackson #20 of the Memphis Grizzlies (Photo by Daniel Shirey/Getty Images) /

Other likely SG options: Delon Wright & Josh Jackson

The starting shooting guard in both preseason games so far has been Delon Wright. This has come as a surprise to most Pistons fans as he is not a traditional shooting guard, but he has been serviceable so far.

In juxtaposition to Mykhailiuk, Wright possesses more ball handling and playmaking ability. This takes some of the responsibility and stress off of Hayes’ shoulders.

The biggest questions with Wright are his shooting and defense. He is a career 34 percent shooter in his 6 seasons so far in the league. This number likely will not change as his sample size continues to grow and his shooting numbers have stayed the same.

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We may see Wright start the season at the position, but as Hayes becomes more comfortable at the point, it wouldn’t be a shock to see him relegated to the bench in favor of more shooting.

Another option is former top-5 draft pick, Josh Jackson.

Jackson will be entering his fourth season in the league as he has bounced around as a net zero asset so far. There was extreme potential with him as a prospect, it just hasn’t been realized.

In his time in the NBA so far, he has been playing both shooting guard and small forward, shooting under 30 percent from three.

Last season for Memphis, Jackson played 17 minutes per game and showcased great instincts defensively, but had sporadic production on offense.

This is exactly what we have seen from him so far for the Pistons. He will get deflections and steals, but leave you puzzled with the decision making with the ball.

Jackson is still young and still finding his place in the league. The Pistons were smart to give him a shot and he should find a place in the rotation, but him being a solid starter long term is questionable.

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