When the news of Reggie Jackson‘s extended absence came out, the immediate question arose as to who should take his spot in the starting lineup. And while there will certainly be discussion of trading for a replacement, the Detroit Pistons already have the answer on the roster in the form of Langston Galloway.
The natural replacement for Jackson is his backup, Ish Smith. Smith filled in at the beginning of last season when the Pistons’ starter recovered from injury, but the results were mixed. The offense was solid, producing 106.4 points per 100 possessions, but the defense struggled mightily, leading to a negative net rating.