Wayne Ellington is the ideal glue guy for the Detroit Pistons

Posted Jan 9, 2021
NBA veteran Wayne Ellington has fulfilled a key role for the Detroit Pistons, both as a contributor on the basketball court and a mentor during practices and in the locker room. It’s a job he’s embracing, as he sees the potential in the young players and wants to be a positive example as someone they can emulate. "He’s a glue guy," coach Dwane Casey said. (Detroit Free Press)

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