The Detroit Pistons seem to have a plan in place heading into NBA free agency this summer. According to James Edwards of the Athletic, the Pistons are expected to have their eyes on free agents Malik Monk and Nick Claxton once free agency negotiations begin on June 24. Veteran Gary Harris was also mentioned in the article as a possible target that could fit Detroit as a shooting 3-and-D wing.

After finishing in last place last season with a 14-68 record, the Pistons desperately need to make some changes. The core of their roster features plenty of young talent but the franchise lacks proven veteran experience. There are plenty of reasons to be hopeful for the upside of Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey, Jalen Duren, and Ausar Thompson. However, they need better complimentary players around to help them truly flourish.

With the new President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon hired in place, the Pistons can start planning their offseason moves. Detroit will have roughly over $60 million in cap space to help lure free agents over. Each of the reported targets could fill major needs to help the team look like a winning product.

Claxton has been one of the most underrated centers in basketball and could be a perfect fit on this roster. The 25-year-old big is one of the best rim defenders in the NBA which has been a big problem for the Pistons. Duren was drafted with hopes of becoming their franchise paint protector, but he is still learning how to expand offensively and the necessities of defense without fouling. Claxton is a suitable lob threat and would be a tremendous upgrade defensively while Duren can take his time to adapt.

Monk's three-level scoring prowess will make him one of the most sought-after free agents on the market. Too much attention is placed by opposing defenders on Cunningham with double teams. Monk is coming off a career-high season averaging 15.4 points and would be a dangerous threat to the Pistons' backcourt. He can score off-ball or create with the ball while letting Cunningham play in different spots.