A much need change was required in Detroit and today that change begins. The Detroit Pistons have agreed to a 5 year, $35 million dollar deal with Stan Van Gundy naming him their new head coach as well as the president of basketball operations.

Stan Van Gundy has a (371-208) career record with the Orlando Magic and Miami Heat in his last head coaching efforts but he has lead teams to the NBA finals. The Pistons have a lot of young talent on their roster and with a 5 year deal, Van Gundy will have time to make improvements with the Pistons. The announcement will come late today so stay tuned to OfficialCollegeLife.com for all you NBA news.

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