The Detroit Pistons have appointed J.B. Bickerstaff, a solid coach, as their new head coach, following a path similar to the one taken in 1983 when Bill Davidson hired Hall of Famer Chuck Daly. The move is seen as a strategic choice by Pistons leader Trajan Langdon, who opted for Bickerstaff's defensive coaching style over more dramatic options. The Pistons did not have to pay $78 million for the hire, allowing them to focus on building a competent roster. They are retaining Cade Cunningham with a max deal, and have also signed Tobias Harris, a short-term addition known for his shooting skills.
Pistons leader Trajan Langdon is making solid, safe moves. I have no problem with the Tobias Harris signing. Short term, good shooter. Bickerstaff is a respected coach with experience in rebuilds. And Pistons had no choice but to give Cade Cunningham the max deal.
What are the Pistons doing? Trying to understand. I get the Cade $, but whats up w Tobias Harris? What is DC doing w Valanciunas? (this was edited) Also unrelated, why is Kawhi playing in the olypmics? Isn't that a bit crazy given his health?
What are the Pistons doing? Trying to understand. I get the Cade $, but whats up w Tobias Harris and Valanciuncas? Also unrelated, why is Kawhi playing in the olypmics? Isn't that a bit crazy given his health?
The Pistons did what?
Pistons hired a very solid coach. Now, the real work, putting together a roster that a competent, invested coach can work with. They're keeping Cade. Beyond that? Wojo: Pistons land J.B. Bickerstaff, rightly choosing defense over drama https://t.co/258Gi1gbSB via @detroitnews
Pistons got a solid coach and didn't have to pay $78 million. Trajan Langdon is moving deliberately, wisely. Wojo: Pistons land J.B. Bickerstaff, rightly choosing defense over drama https://t.co/258Gi1gbSB via @detroitnews
Here’s one historical positive from the #Pistons hiring #JBBickerstaff as their new head coach: The Cleveland —>> Detroit route is the EXACT SAME PATH that Bill Davidson took in 1983 when tapping Hall of Famer Chuck Daly as the Pistons’ leader. NBA Coaching Retreads Unite!!! 🏀 https://t.co/1y9xQjJunA