Post#17 » by BadMofoPimp » Mon Jan 2, 2012 6:29 pm
Since I am also a Pistons fan, I am up on both teams. The Pistons Frontcourt is small while going through major trouble defensively and on the boards. Really undersized. Anderson might be taller than the whole Pistons team.
At Center, Monroe is a nice 2nd year talent. Really a true solid starter at Center both offensively, defensively and on the boards. A good 20/10 guy. Solid and will be the teams staple for years.
At PF, Pistons are really weak here as they have been starting Jonas Jerebko, who missed all of last season after a major leg injury. He is only like 230lbs about 6'9" and really undersized. But, he is not quick enough to play SF (plus overcrowded position) and gets pushed around on the defensive end. Yet, he is very quick and talented. He posted like a 20/12 game against the Pacers and shut down David West New Years Eve. Hence, he is capable of tearing it up. Will be interesting seeing him against perimeter players like Anderson and Davis. I like Jonas alot for his aggressiveness, but he often gets mismatched because of his size. He can score, board and defend.
At SF, the ever consistent Tayshaun Prince. A true staple of the Pistons championship with his excellent Defense and veteran leadership. At his age now, he has taken a back seat and is more of a facilitator on offense. Regardless, I can't see Hedo getting away with as many drives or open shots against the 6'9" Prince with a huge wingspan. Prince is coming off injury and has been playing starters minutes, but that has greatly affected his movement and play. Still recovering.
At SG, Pistons have been starting Ben Gordon. Has been a disappointment ever since the Pistons signed him because his defense is horrible for this undersized SG. But, he is starting this year for the first time of his career and is putting up decent stats. He is trying on Defense. But, he is no Match for JJ and JRich who should be getting open or shooting easily over Gordon.
At PG, this is a Pistons strength because Stuckey is the solid veteran that is tall at 6'5" and can just about do it all. Not a huge shooter, but can score in the post or take it to the rack. Does not shoot many 3's. He will completely work Nelson with his drives and size.
Then, you got the rookie Brandon Knight to switch off with Stuckey/BG as Stuck and Knight switch off at PG/SG. They are both versatile. News on the Rookie is he is really aggressive and competetive. He will be a starter at some point this season because he has been the leading scorer off the bench. Very quick and has an all around game. His handle is a little shaky for the PG position, but he is getting better.
Even the Pistons 3rd string PG Will Bynum is very effective. He had a 20 assist game last season. He is about Nelsons size, but takes it to the rack and can score at will. I really like him. More of a scorer than a pass first PG.
Austin Daye: SF. Young cat that is still developing. He is a 6'10" SG/SF. Yep, he can shoot 3's like nothing and can score. Horrible on defense. Work in Progress.
Of course, the elder statesman, Ben Wallace (Former Magic Player in trade for Grant Hill) will get his 10-15 minutes per game. During those short spurts, he can still dominate defensively, which is amazing at his age.
Also, Charlie Villanueva is sitting out this one due to injuries and possible lack of conditioning. He is a good scorer, but one of the worst defensive PF's in the league.
Overall. Pistons are a borderline Playoff team. They are in the midst of rebuilding and are about 2 years off from being really solid. So, they really just have their moments and games, but are inconsistent. Sounds like the Raptors from last night.
I am even skipping my open Mic tonight for this one. -BMP
Provin Ya'll Wrong!!!
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