Few rookies come into the league as complete players and Bruce Brown was no exception. Like most second round picks, Brown entered the NBA as a player with glaring flaws.
General manager’s look for value in the second round, guys who were overlooked or have a single skill that could be honed into an elite specialty. Consistently good teams don’t just choose wisely, they also develop the talent into players who fit into the team ethos and system.
It’s what the Spurs do better than anyone. This has not been a strength of the Pistons, as Detroit has very little young talent to show for a decade of losing.