Javonte Green was one of the final additions for the Detroit Pistons during the offseason, signing a veteran minimum one-year deal in mid-August. A journeyman who didn't even reach the NBA until he was 26, Green is now a critical part of the Eastern Conference's No. 1 team. Coach J.B. Bickerstaff said, 'It was immediate, as soon as he showed up, we saw what he did and then he just went out and continued to do it.' After playing in what was then a career-high 68 games across two teams last season, the Pistons brought in the versatile wing and he became their iron man. Green was the lone Pistons player to compete in all 82 regular-season games, quickly establishing himself as the most consistent presence on a team with plenty of talent and veteran leadership. At 32, Green played the second-most minutes in a season in his career while setting a career-best for points (569), steals (102) and three-pointers (94), all while primarily coming off the bench. As the Pistons begin their NBA playoffs journey Sunday night hosting the Orlando Magic, establishing the right rotation is crucial. Detroit's run deep all season and while some star player's minutes might tick up, impact competitors like Green are just as important to the Pistons' success. Coach Bickerstaff said, 'A lot of times we get hung up in what the superstars do, but those aren't always the plays that win your game. It's a loose ball, it's a deflection, it's an offensive rebound, it's a charge taken, and (Green) does all those things.' Green is a dogged defender, bringing just as much tenacity as anyone and reads the game well to be a regular at causing chaos. Even though Green — nicknamed 'Woo' — was eighth on the team in minutes, he finished second in steals to league-leader Ausar Thompson. Playing under 18 minutes per game, Green's rarely playing bulk minutes, but it's allowed him to make the most of every moment he's on the court on both ends. His offensive bag isn't as expansive as some of the other Pistons players, but he makes up for it with strong instincts and a wicked corner three-pointer, which he's shot at a 52% clip this season. Guard Cade Cunningham said, 'Woo's been incredible. Obviously, that availability on the court, putting him in so many different positions and him having to make it work, he's just adaptable to anything. He's made it really easy on everybody, but that's also just the guy that he is.' The Pistons thrive on energy from their bench. Sometimes that comes in the form of guard Daniss Jenkins, who brings a spark off the bench. Green's presence on the court is a big part of that energy, and his ability to make plays on both ends of the court is a big reason why the Pistons are where they are today. As the playoffs begin, Green will be a key player for the Pistons, and his experience and tenacity will be crucial in helping the team succeed.