This is my first list of free agents that Detroit (or any team) may sign this offseason. There are a few things you should keep in mind while reading the list.

Most importantly, I’m slightly more interested in what-if scenarios than realism. Although you won’t find nonsensical guys like Lebron James on this list, there will be some names that likely surprise Pistons fans. Although I wouldn’t say I expect any of these five to end up in Detroit, it’s not out of the realm of possibility.

In addition, there is an assumption in making a list like this that Stan Van Gundy is more interested in trying to make the playoffs next season than truly rebuilding and trying to end up with a top-ten draft pick.

I think that’s a solid assumption to make; acquiring Reggie Jackson proves Van Gundy has no intention of tanking and that he wants to win.

With my disclaimers out-of-the-way, let’s get to the fun part! Here’s five free agents that could wind up playing for the Pistons next season.