The Detroit Pistons offseason plans are probably the last thing on people's minds right now, but with a massive void that could be filled by looming free agent Luke Kennard, the Motor City squad should be thinking ahead about a possible reunion in the coming months.
Detroit has dominated throughout the entirety of the regular season, but even throughout their strong play, one main weakness was brought to light that even their impressive record and seeding in the Eastern Conference standings couldn't overshadow.
That weakness? Three point shooting.
The Pistons' front office made efforts this offseason to fix the looming issues with the additions of sharpshooter Duncan Robinson and playmaker Caris LeVert.
After those offseason swings seemed to be more of a band-aid to a much bigger issue, general manager Trajan Langdon sought reinforcements ahead of the NBA trade deadline by landing Kevin Huerter.
Still, those shooting concerns have yet to be answered, and if they persist in the postseason, Detroit may want to give their former lottery pick another look this offseason.
Luke Kennard could fit perfectly alongside this Pistons roster
Kennard was selected with the No. 12 pick in the 2017 NBA Draft after a breakout sophomore season at Duke.
The crafty left-hander never lived up to the expectations he entered the league with, and after three seasons in Detroit, the former Blue Devil was given a fresh start in the Western Conference in 2020.
Fast forward to now, Kennard could be the perfect fit alongside this new-look Pistons' roster, who could value a rotation shooter that can provide value in their minutes, while understanding their role isn't to do too much.
And considering he's shooting 53.3% from field goal range and 47.7% from beyond the arc this season, all signs point to Kennard being the exact type of player who could answer a major question for Detroit.
Kennard won't command that large of a contract
While efficient shooting is certainly a skillset that garners plenty of interest around the league, a swingman like Kennard likely won't have enough demand that costs Detroit to enter a bidding war.
Fresh off a one-year, $11 million contract, the guard signed with the Atlanta Hawks this offseason before being traded ahead of the NBA trade deadline. It's safe to say the 29-year-old won't command the same type of deal this offseason.
If that is the case, Kennard would be the perfect low-risk, high-reward signing that could look to return to the city he began his NBA career with and potentially find a role on a playoff contender.