Detroit Pistons Hope Rookie Chaz Lanier Becomes Shooting Star Like Klay Thompson

Could Chaz Lanier emulate a young Klay Thompson? Some analysts believe so. The Detroit Pistons faced a significant loss of three-point shooting prowess after not re-signing Malik Beasley, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Dennis Schroder. To fill this gap, they are looking to rookies like Chaz Lanier, who might earn a spot in the rotation next season. Recently, ESPN highlighted Lanier as a notable draft steal, citing his NBA-ready skills and experience for his age. He aims to make an immediate impact with the team. However, a recent comparison might be somewhat exaggerated. Bleacher Report labeled Lanier as the "Most Disrespected Hidden Gem," which seems ambitious for a second-round pick yet to play an NBA game. While some caution is understandable, there’s little evidence of disrespect towards him. Currently, Lanier likely trails behind Marcus Sasser on the depth chart, but he’s eager to prove himself during training camp. Bleacher Report went further by drawing a parallel between Lanier and one of the all-time great shooters, which would be an extraordinary development. Regarding the Pistons' ideal scenario: "Lanier demonstrated quick, smooth jumpers under pressure, reminiscent—only shades—o...