The Detroit Pistons finally emerged from a Joe Dumars-induced NBA purgatory and found their way back into the playoffs last season. Now, under the leadership and management of Stan Van Gundy, the Pistons look to continue building an intriguing, young core that includes Andre Drummond, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Stanley Johnson, Tobias Harris and Reggie Jackson – all 26 or younger. The Pistons likely won’t be ready to challenge the Cleveland Cavaliers for Eastern Conference dominance, but no other team seems better poised to take advantage of the Post-LeBron Era.
Team Name: Detroit Pistons
Last Year’s Record: 44-38
Key Losses: Jodie Meeks, Anthony Tolliver, Steve Blake, Joel Anthony
Key Additions: Ish Smith, Jon Leur, Boban Marjanovic, Henry Ellenson