As it currently stands, Stan Van Gundy has 20 players on the 2015-16 roster. To meet the NBA's maximum of 15 players, he is going to have to compromise between his "head coach" job, where decisions are made for now, and his GM role, where decisions are made for the future. Most of the interesting roster competition seems to be coming from the Small Forward and Point, so lets see how the whole roster shapes up, by position. Italicized players are considered locks for this season.

Point guards: Reggie Jackson, Brandon Jennings, Steve Blake, Spencer Dinwiddie, John Lucas (5)

Unless Stan Van has intent on keeping four point guards on the roster, which is unlikely, it would be surprising to see all four players (not accounting for JLIII) suit up for the season opener. Early speculation was that Jennings was being pitched as a trade piece, but until news comes out, we have to assume he is a lock, along with Reggie Schmurda. So between Blake and Dinwiddie, coach needs to determine if the immediate impact that Blake can bring is worth more than the potential of Dinwiddie. It's important to remember that Spencer was a first round prospect before his injury in college. He struggled at times in the summer league, but it seems strange to lose confidence in him so fast. It seems even more strange to give Blake guaranteed money, if he didn't mean to keep him on the roster or move Jennings. Blake is more of an insurance-type of addition, ready to play if Jennings can't return to his former self off of the injury. He's about as close to a lock as you can get without truly being one, with SVG giving every indication that Blake is going to contribute, but I hold out hope for Dinwiddie and his mustache. As for Lucas, it's not looking good for him. Hopefully he can see some more run down in the D-League.

Shooting Guards: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Jodie Meeks, Darrun Hilliard (3)

The depth here seems pretty set. SVG may have "reached" to get Hilliard in the draft, so there is definitely something there he likes.

Small Forwards: Marcus Morris, Stanley Johnson, Reggie Bullock, Tayshaun Prince, Cartier Martin, Danny Granger, Adonis Thomas (7!!)

Here is where the logjam comes in. Morris and the Stanimal are obvious locks. Reggie Bullock has the best chance to contribute out of the rest of these guys, playing in 36 games last season between the Clippers and Suns. His shooting percentages are paltry, but he hasn't seen enough run to trust those statistics as his true output. It seems SVG intends to keep him on. Tayshaun is a free agent, and unless there is a big surprise in order, it's looking like he has probably seen his last days in the blue and red (although we've said this before). Granger, who is a ghost of his former Pacer-self, was a major thorn in the Pistons side several seasons ago, and had the biggest name of those coming over from Phoenix (I'd argue, even now, Granger is a more recognizable player than Marcus Morris due to his 2009 All-Star season and past play). That said, it'll take some doing if he wants to see the floor at The Palace. Cartier Martin has a year of experience in Stan Van's system, so that works in his favor. I don't think he has anything else going for him, though. Adonis Thomas is a popular choice amongst fans to find a roster spot, based primarily on his standout play in the summer league. SVG definitely sees the talent to knock down open threes and mid-range jumpers. The question is if he has the athleticism to play defense at the NBA level. I'd give him the next best chance after Bullock, because he is still young (one month younger than KCP, actually). Thomas deserves an opportunity to play in the league, but with all the new players the Pistons have brought in this offseason, it's yet to be seen if they can make the room for him. But still, outside of Bullock and the two sure-thing contributors, I'd say the rest are on the outside looking in.

Power Forwards: Ersan Ilyasova, Anthony Tolliver (2)

With less competition in the paint, both players are locks. "Ghostface Ilya" is a great fit for the system with his ability to stretch the floor at the power forward position. Tolliver gave great minutes off the bench, especially during the end of last season. Expect him to see key reserve time, even with Morris sliding down to play the 4 on occasion.

Center: Andre Drummond, Aron Baynes, Joel Anthony (3)

Drummond and Baynes, sharpie. Joel Anthony, if not for the deal he just recently received that grants him multiple-years of guaranteed money, may have been a more debatable prospect. But the fact of the matter is that the Pistons don't have the depth with their trees that they have on the perimeter. Anthony is in a good spot given the roster configuration and will be on the team.

SVG has 12 locks for this upcoming season. Out of Blake (80%) and Dinwiddie (20%), it is likely only one makes the team and fills that third point guard spot. Though it wouldn't be crazy to see both make the team. The last two lockers will probably go to the winners of the Bullock, Granger, Martin, and Thomas pool. Bullock is the probable first-option here, and my hope is that Adonis Thomas can find his way. Granger has had his day, and I'm not convinced he has much to give, based on his time in Miami and Phoenix. Cartier Martin... I don't know. If it were me, and there is a reason I'm not an NBA general manager, I would take Blake for his insurance as a ball handler, Dinwiddie for his high potential as a slashing point guard off the bench, and Bullock. I just don't like the idea of letting Spencer go this early in his career. Thoughts on the impending roster moves?