5. Detroit Pistons
It’s tough to think that the Detroit Pistons have a great future at the moment. They have one of the worst records in the league and the only true future building block that is a sure thing on their roster is Jerami Grant.
Saddiq Bey and Josh Jackson have shown promise but neither of those players can be considered foundational building blocks just yet. Of course, all that changes (including their projections) if this team were to land the No. 1 or 2 pick in this year’s draft. If the Pistons can get a blue-chip prospect, it can change the entire feeling around this organization – and it will immediately bring some much-needed enthusiasm back into the fanbase.
The Pistons are in a rough spot right now and will need some luck in the NBA draft lottery – especially considering how difficult of a job this team has had in attracting big-name free agents in the past.