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New York Knicks: Eastern Conference Playoff Projections

ByMaurice Moton|
Dec 4, 2015; New York, NY, New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) shoots a free throw in the second half at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks win 108-91. Mandatory Credit: William Hauser-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 4, 2015; New York, NY, New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) shoots a free throw in the second half at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks win 108-91. Mandatory Credit: William Hauser-USA TODAY Sports
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Detroit Pistons guard Reggie Jackson (1) brings the ball down court during the first quarter of a basketball game against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center.
Apr 6, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Reggie Jackson (1) brings the ball down court during the first quarter of a basketball game against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Pistons: No. 7

Pistons’ lead skipper Stan Van Gundy has won 60 percent of his games as a head coach.

Despite low expectations and an inexperienced starting point guard to began the 2015-16 season, Van Gundy led the Pistons to a No. 8 seed. Furthermore, the Pistons challenged the Cavaliers in the postseason. Despite the sweep, three out of four contests ended with narrow victory at 10 points or fewer.

The Pistons have kept their starting lineup in place; continuity will play a role in their success. Fourth-year guardKentavious Caldwell-Popeand second-year forwardStanley Johnsonshould take progressive steps in development as the year progresses. Though talented, forwardTobias Harrismust stay healthy to optimize his impact as a stretch-4.

Detroit goes into the season with a two-way centerpiece inAndre Drummond, but the roster still lacks the firepower to earn a higher seed in the East. Point guardReggie Jacksonand Caldwell-Pope must overachieve to propel the team through ranks in the Central Division.

Next: No. 8

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