Pistons draft Lanier

The Pistons selected Tennessee guard Chaz Lanier with the No. 37 pick in the NBA Draft's second round last night.

Why it matters: The 6-foot-4 Lanier was a decorated shooter in his five-year college career, averaging 18 points, 3.9 rebounds and 40% from three-point range in his last season.

• He was named SEC Newcomer of the Year in March.

Between the lines: Lanier was the Pistons' first draft pick. The team didn't have a first-round selection.

What's next: The NBA's free agency period starts Monday, allowing the Pistons to begin negotiating with outside players, the Free Press reports.