5 biggest takeaways from the Detroit Pistons’ 2021-22 season
The Detroit Pistons need more talent and depth at center
I thought Isaiah Stewart had a promising season, especially in the second half when he really came on. He’s proven himself to be a pretty good defender who can switch on the perimeter and affect shots in a variety of ways.
But he is still undersized as a rim protector and doesn’t offer much offensively, so even if you think he is your starter next season, the Pistons have to upgrade and add depth.
Kelly Olynyk was out for half the season with an injury and is really more of an offensive role player than a guy who can give you big minutes.
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Luka Garza didn’t do enough to secure that third center spot, so the Pistons either need to draft a guy to be a backup, add another mid-level guy in free agency, or pursue a starting-caliber center to push Stewart to the bench.
If I had to guess, I’d say the Pistons will either draft a center (if they acquire a second 1st-round pick) or grab a low-cost veteran in free agency.
Ayton is likely to stay with the Suns and I am not sure the Pistons should reach for a guy like Mitchell Robinson or Mo Bamba.
Whether it is a starter or more bench depth, the Pistons need more size and talent at center.