After the Pistons traded Isaiah Stewart to Memphis during the offseason, the expectation was that Paul Reed would be in for a bigger role in the team’s frontcourt. Reed’s role has been even more significant than anticipated in the early…
Detroit Pistons big man Paul Reed has stepped into an expanded frontcourt role following the offseason trade of Isaiah Stewart and an early-season hamstring strain for Jalen Duren. Reed has handled the increased workload effectively, averaging career-best numbers with 13.8 points per game while shooting 63.0% from the field.
According to Omari Sankofa II of The Detroit Free Press, Reed is taking more mid-range and three-point attempts against sagging defenses. Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff praised Reed's relentless work ethic and leadership by example, noting his unconventional play style disrupts opponents' rhythms.
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