DETROIT — When Pistons rookie Jaden Ivey decides he's going to attack the basket, he's aware of the fact that he's likely going to take a hit once he's inside the paint.
The No. 5 overall draft pick found his way to the free-throw line nine times Friday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Not only was he able to get to the line, Ivey managed to drain every free-throw attempt. His aggressiveness in drawing contact paid off for the Pistons to offset his steep turnover count and difficult shooting night from the field.
Pistons coach Dwane Casey said Ivey's ability to get to the free-throw line is huge for a team that ranked 13th in free-throw shooting last season.
