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Detroit Pistons: Pass or pursue on these 6 NBA Free Agents?

By Aaron Kellerstrass

Norman Powell #24 of the Toronto Raptors reacts during the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)
Norman Powell #24 of the Toronto Raptors reacts during the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images) /
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Detroit Pistons, NBA Free Agents
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 26: Nerlens Noel #3 of the New York Knicks (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /

Detroit Pistons: NBA Free Agents- Nerlens Noel

After jettisoning Mason Plumlee, the Pistons are suddenly light at center with only Isaiah Stewart and Jahlil Okafor to go along with two second-round picks who might not even make the roster.

They could definitely use a veteran down low, especially one who can catch lobs and protect the rim.

Nerlens Noel is coming off one of his best seasons as a professional and was a big part of helping the Knicks reach the playoffs last season.

He’s a hard-nosed defender who is one of the better shot blockers in the NBA, averaging 2.2 last season in only 24 minutes per game.

He’s never been a guy who plays huge minutes, as he is almost always in foul trouble, but that’s ok, as the Pistons don’t really want a guy who is going to take minutes from Beef Stew.

Noel is a nice fit but it all comes down to cost. He was a great value contact last season and will probably be looking for a raise, but if the Pistons can get him on a low-cost deal he’d fit right in with the culture and team they are building.

Verdict: Pursue