NBA Trade Rumors: 5 players that could potentially replace Derrick Rose at Detroit Pistons

NBA Trade Rumors: JR Smith could be a good fit for the Detroit Pistons

JR Smith could be considered by the Detroit Pistons as a replacement for Derrick Rose.

Much has been made of the mistakes JR Smith made in the 2017 NBA Finals after which the player saw himself bounced out of the league before recently managing to get a short-term contract with the LA Lakers.

But with the Lakers unlikely to bring Smith back after the playoffs, we can't see the player's free agency or contract being a problem if Detroit Pistons go for him in the event of Derrick Rose's departure.

Many seem to have forgotten how good JR Smith can be. Despite his wacky decision-making at times, Smith is a lethal shooter; he shoots 37.3% from behind the arc. Additionally, the 35-year-old can a lockdown defender when he needs to be, which would add a lot to the Detroit Pistons.

If Derrick Rose does decide to leave the Detroit Pistons, we believe JR Smith deserves to be given a chance by the Pistons as he could prove to be a key player for them.

NBA Trade Rumors: Seth Curry could be what the Detroit Pistons need

Seth Curry could be worth prying away from the Dallas Mavericks.

Many Dallas Mavericks fans would tell you that Seth Curry has surpassed Derrick Rose. Considering how divisive this statement could be, it speaks of the impact the player has had on the NBA.

After breaking out with the Portland Trail Blazers two years ago, the 30-year-old is now one of the best shooters in the NBA; he has averaged a blazing hot 45.2% on threes this season.

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Additionally, the Dallas Mavericks playmaker has proven himself in tough situations. If the Detroit Pistons could snatch Seth Curry away from the Dallas Mavericks in the event of Derrick Rose's departure, the Pistons may not miss Rose for too long.

NBA Trade Rumors: The Detroit Pistons could replace Derrick Rose with Ricky Rubio

The Detroit Pistons could look at Ricky Rubio as a possible replacement for Derrick Rose.

Ricky Rubio is another player who is similar to Derrick Rose.

The 29-year-old, who has had an up and down season with the Phoenix Suns, will be a free agent this off-season. While Rubio isn't as good a scorer as Rose, his passing ability is head and shoulders above Rose's.

If Derrick Rose leaves, Rubio could provide a better level of stability to the Detroit Pistons' offense. Considering his age, Rubio could be the perfect long-term replacement at the position for the Detroit Pistons.