Otis Smith Hired By Pistons As Director Of Player Development

Otis Smith joins the Detroit Pistons’ staff as director of player development/assistant coach.

Smith joins the Pistons staff after serving as head coach of the Grand Rapids Drive for the last two seasons. A veteran of 25-plus years of basketball experience, Smith served as president of basketball operations/general manager of the Orlando Magic from 2010-12.

Smith and Stan Van Gundy worked together for several seasons with the Magic.