Detroit Pistons
Record Prediction: 44-38
I may not be as high on the Detroit Pistons as most, but I still believe this team has a huge ceiling in 2016-17. Though, that’s going to depend on a few things. One, the progression of Tobias Harris and Andre Drummond.
Those two guys are going to need to take significant steps in their game if the Pistons are going to take another step this season. Second, health. Specifically Reggie Jackson.
Jackson is expected to miss the first part of the season, potentially the first month. If he can’t remain healthy this season for the Pistons, I’m not sure they’re going to reach their potential this year.