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Pistons G Knight breaks nose against Hornets
Brandon Knight broke his nose in the first quarter of the Detroit Pistons' game against the New Orleans Hornets on Saturday night.Pistons' Knight breaks nose vs. Hornets (AP)
Brandon Knight broke his nose in the first quarter of the Detroit Pistons' game against the New Orleans Hornets on Saturday night. The rookie point guard, who had a career-high 26 points in Friday's win over Milwaukee, sustained the injury midway through the first quarter. While going for an offensive rebound, he was hit by teammate Greg Monroe's elbow.
Pistons snap 7-game skid behind rookie Knight
Rookie Brandon Knight scored a season-high 26 points, holding his own against Milwaukee's Brandon Jennings and helping the Detroit Pistons snap a seven-game losing streak with an 88-80 victory over the Bucks on Friday night.Knight's 26 help Pistons end 7-game skid (AP)
Rookie Brandon Knight scored a season-high 26 points, holding his own against Milwaukee's Brandon Jennings and helping the Detroit Pistons snap a seven-game losing streak with an 88-80 victory over the Bucks on Friday night. Knight, who was outscored 21-0 by Jennings in a loss at Milwaukee on Monday, helped the Pistons build a 15-point lead in the third quarter.
Williams' 26 lift Nets past Pistons (AP)
Deron Williams scored 26 points to help the New Jersey Nets beat the Detroit Pistons 99-96 Wednesday night. Kris Humphries had 18 points, Jordan Farmar added 15 and Shawne Williams 15 for the Nets. Greg Monroe and Tayshaun Prince scored 21 points each for the Pistons, who have lost 20 of 24 this season.
D-Will nets 26 points, powers Nets past Pistons
Deron Williams scored 26 points to help the New Jersey Nets beat the Detroit Pistons 99-96 Wednesday night.Melo might play; Davis on hold until next week
Carmelo Anthony took part in a morning workout and the New York Knicks will decide on his availability shortly before their game against Detroit.Carmelo scores 25, fuels Knicks' rout of Pistons
Carmelo Anthony scored 25 points in his return to the lineup, Landry Fields added 16 of his 18 in a flawless first half, and the New York Knicks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 113-86 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night.Anthony scores 25 in return, Knicks roll (AP)
Carmelo Anthony scored 25 points in his return to the lineup, Landry Fields added 16 of his 18 in a flawless first half, and the New York Knicks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 113-86 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. Tyson Chandler had 17 points and Amare Stoudemire 15 for the Knicks, whose slumbering offense awoke in just their second victory in 11 games.
Bucks roll past skidding Pistons 103-82 (AP)
Brandon Jennings had 21 points, reserve Mike Dunleavy added a season-high 20 on 8-of-10 shooting and the Milwaukee Bucks rolled to a 103-82 victory over the skidding Detroit Pistons on Monday night. Drew Gooden shot 7 of 9 and scored 16 points for Milwaukee, including 10 straight early in the third quarter during a decisive 12-2 run to open the second half.
Jennings, Bucks romp over skidding Pistons
Brandon Jennings had 21 points, reserve Mike Dunleavy added a season-high 20 on 8-of-10 shooting and the Milwaukee Bucks rolled to a 103-82 victory over the skidding Detroit Pistons on Monday night.Iguodala powers 76ers past misfiring Pistons
Andre Iguodala recorded the eighth triple-double of his career with 10 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers won their second straight game with a 95-74 victory over the struggling Detroit Pistons on Saturday night.Iguodala's triple-double lifts 76ers (AP)
Andre Iguodala recorded the eighth triple-double of his career with 10 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers won their second straight game with a 95-74 victory over the struggling Detroit Pistons on Saturday night. Iguodala, who turned 28 on Saturday, received a nice ovation from the crowd when he secured his triple-double with a defensive rebound with 7:34 remaining.
Singler doesn't regret NBA decision
NBA prospect Kyle Singler has no regrets over his decision to spurn the Detroit Pistons to play basketball in Europe.
Hawks use late 3s to stun Pistons in OT (AP)
Joe Johnson scored 28 of his 30 points after halftime, including a tying 3-pointer with 1.9 seconds left in regulation, and the Atlanta Hawks stunned the Detroit Pistons 107-101 in overtime Friday night. Atlanta forced overtime with a pair of late 3-pointers. Marvin Williams made one with 33.5 seconds left in the fourth quarter to cut the lead to three, then Johnson stole a pass inside and brought...
Johnson, Hawks rally late to stun Pistons in OT
Joe Johnson scored 28 of his 30 points after halftime, including a tying 3-pointer with 1.9 seconds left in regulation, and the Atlanta Hawks stunned the Detroit Pistons 107-101 in overtime Friday night.James key from line late as Heat edge Pistons
LeBron James scored 32 points, including the game's last six from the free throw line, to lead the Miami Heat to a 101-98 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.James' 6 late FTs get Heat past Pistons (AP)
LeBron James scored 32 points, including the game's last six from the free throw line, to lead the Miami Heat to a 101-98 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. The Heat trailed 98-95 after a 3-pointer by Detroit's Jonas Jerebko, but James made two free throws to cut the deficit to one with 1:19 left.
Heat's Wade (ankle) misses 6th straight game
Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade will miss his sixth consecutive game with a sprained right ankle, sitting out Wednesday night's matchup against the Detroit Pistons.Heat G Wade misses sixth straight game (AP)
Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade will miss his sixth consecutive game with a sprained right ankle, sitting out Wednesday night's matchup against the Detroit Pistons. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra says Wade is still day-to-day. He missed his eighth game of the season overall Tuesday night against Cleveland.
Heat, LeBron overpower Pistons late
LeBron James scored 32 points, including the game's last six from the free throw line, to lead the Miami Heat to a 101-98 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.
Heat G Wade misses fifth straight game (AP)
Heat guard Dwyane Wade missed his fifth consecutive game Tuesday night with a sprained right ankle, sitting out Miami's matchup with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Also out for the contest: Cleveland rookie Tristan Thompson, sidelined with a sprained left ankle. Wade remains listed as day-to-day and will travel with the Heat to Detroit for their game there Wednesday.
Thunder cruise to extend home blowout streak
Russell Westbrook and reserve James Harden each scored 24 points, Kevin Durant added 20 and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Detroit Pistons 99-79 Monday night for their fourth straight blowout win at home.Thunder record another easy home win (AP)
Russell Westbrook and reserve James Harden each scored 24 points, Kevin Durant added 20 and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Detroit Pistons 99-79 Monday night for their fourth straight blowout win at home. The Thunder built up a 30-point lead midway through the second quarter and Detroit got no closer than 17 after the opening period.
Stuckey steps up as Pistons stun Blazers (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 28 points and the Detroit Pistons won for only the second time in 12 games, beating the Portland Trail Blazers 94-91 on Saturday night. Raymond Felton lost control of the ball at midcourt as Portland was trying to tie it in the final seconds. The Trail Blazers were down three after Felton made two free throws with 37 seconds remaining.
Pistons' Gordon out with shoulder injury (AP)
Detroit guard Ben Gordon has been scratched from the lineup for Saturday night's game with a sore shoulder. Gordon has started 15 games this season, averaging 14.3 points. He was replaced in the starting lineup against Portland by Rodney Stuckey, who missed Friday night's loss to Memphis with a groin injury.
Grizzlies win fifth in row, top Pistons (AP)
Rudy Gay scored 24 points and the Memphis Grizzlies held off a second-half rally by Detroit to beat the Pistons 98-81 on Friday night. The Grizzlies, who have won five straight, led by 23 in the third quarter before the Pistons fought back. Detroit cut the deficit to six in the fourth, but Memphis pulled away after that.
Depleted Pistons add Russell from D-League
The short-handed Detroit Pistons have reached into the NBA's D-League to fill their depleted backcourt.Pistons' backcourt thin against Memphis (AP)
The short-handed Detroit Pistons have reached into the NBA's D-League to fill their depleted backcourt. The Pistons signed guard Walker Russell Jr. from the Fort Wayne Mad Ants. Detroit coach Lawrence Frank said Russell should see minutes Friday night against Memphis. Guards Rodney Stuckey (groin) and Will Bynum (foot) were not available, leaving the Pistons with just three healthy backcourt...
Pistons call up Walker Russell from D-League - Walker Russell Jr. (G) Detroit Pistons
The Pistons will call up PG Walker Russell Jr. from the D-League according to a report released Thursday.
Love, Wolves shake off rough start, clip Pistons
Kevin Love had 20 points and 17 rebounds and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a dreadful start to the game to slug out a 93-85 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.Wolves rally from 16 down, beat Pistons (AP)
Kevin Love had 20 points and 17 rebounds and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a dreadful start to the game to slug out a 93-85 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. Anthony Tolliver had 11 points off the bench and shut down Tayshaun Prince in the fourth quarter to help the Timberwolves to their third win in four games.
Dalembert powers Rockets to 4th straight win
Samuel Dalembert finished with 14 points and 12 rebounds in 34 minutes to lead Houston to a 97-80 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night, giving the Rockets their fourth straight win.Rockets win fourth straight, top Pistons (AP)
Samuel Dalembert had 14 points and 12 rebounds, Luis Scola also scored 14 and the Houston Rockets beat the Detroit Pistons 97-80 on Tuesday night for their fourth straight victory. Kyle Lowry had 13 points, five rebounds and five assists for the Rockets, who outrebounded the Pistons 42-35 to offset 21 turnovers.
Pistons' plane lands following hydraulic problem
A charter flight bringing the Detroit Pistons to Houston for a game against the Rockets had to make an emergency landing at Hobby Airport on Monday afternoon.Pistons' plane OK after hydraulic issue (AP)
The Detroit Pistons' plane landed safely after having a hydraulic problem. Team spokesman Kevin Grigg says everyone on the plane is OK. The Pistons landed at Houston's Hobby Airport on Monday ahead of their game Tuesday night against the Rockets.
Lee, Ellis help Warriors to first road win of year
David Lee scored 24 points and Monta Ellis added 22 to help the Golden State Warriors win on the road for the first time this season, 99-91 over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday night.Warriors earn first road win of season (AP)
David Lee scored 24 points and Monta Ellis added 22 to help the Golden State Warriors win on the road for the first time this season, 99-91 over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday night. Golden State won at Detroit for the second time in its last 17 visits. Greg Monroe had 25 points and eight rebounds for the Pistons.
Lee, Ellis power Warriors past Pistons
David Lee scored 24 points and Monta Ellis added 22 to help the Golden State Warriors win on the road for the first time this season, 99-91 over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday night.
Lee, Ellis power Warriors past Pistons
David Lee scored 24 points and Monta Ellis added 22 to help the Golden State Warriors win on the road for the first time this season, 99-91 over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday night.
Pistons end 6-game skid, Bobcats' now 6 (AP)
Jonas Jerebko tied a career high with 22 points and the Detroit Pistons won the race to three victories Friday night against the Charlotte Bobcats, 98-81. Both teams entered the game with identical 2-9 records and on lengthy losing streaks: the Bobcats having lost five straight and the Pistons six in a row.
Report: Ex-Piston Wallace considers comeback
Rasheed Wallace, who retired after the 2009-10 season, is considering a comeback, according to a report by Yahoo! Sports.Jennings, Jackson get Bucks past Pistons (AP)
Brandon Jennings scored 27 points and Stephen Jackson added 25 to help the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Detroit Pistons 102-93 on Thursday night. The Bucks improved to 4-0 at home and 4-6 overall, while the Pistons dropped to 2-9 with their sixth straight loss and fifth in a row on the road. Detroit last lost six straight from March 13-April 3, 2010.
Jennings, Bucks give Skiles career win No. 400
Brandon Jennings scored 27 points and Stephen Jackson added 25 to help the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Detroit Pistons 102-93 on Thursday night.Mavs reach .500 mark with win at Detroit (AP)
Dirk Nowitzki scored 18 points, and the Dallas Mavericks reached the .500 mark by routing the Detroit Pistons 100-86 on Tuesday night. The defending champion Mavericks (5-5) started their NBA title defense slowly, losing four of their first five games, but they've bounced back. Tuesday's win was their first on the road.
Pistons' Stuckey, Villanueva; Mavs' Kidd all out
Detroit's Rodney Stuckey and Charlie Villanueva will miss Tuesday night's game against Dallas with injuries.Pistons' Stuckey, Villanueva still out (AP)
Detroit's Rodney Stuckey and Charlie Villanueva will miss Tuesday night's game against Dallas with injuries. Jason Kidd is out for the Mavericks, missing his second consecutive game with a lower back problem. Dallas coach Rick Carlisle has said the 38-year-old guard isn't likely to play Wednesday night at Boston either.
Bulls' Hamilton, Watson doubtful against Pistons
Chicago Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau said guards Richard Hamilton and C.J. Watson are doubtful for Monday night's game against the Detroit Pistons.Boozer helps Bulls to another win over Pistons
Carlos Boozer scored 23 points and the Bulls beat Detroit 92-68 on Monday night for their 13th consecutive victory against the Pistons.Bulls win 13th in row against Pistons (AP)
Carlos Boozer scored 23 points and the Chicago Bulls beat Detroit 92-68 on Monday night for their 13th consecutive victory against the Pistons. Derrick Rose added 22 points and eight assists for Chicago, which bounced back from Saturday night's lackluster 109-94 loss at Atlanta. Ronnie Brewer finished with 12 points, and Boozer also had eight rebounds.
Mavs recall 7-footer Yi from D-League (AP)
The Dallas Mavericks have recalled 7-foot forward Yi Jianlian from their D-League team. Yi was scheduled to join the Mavericks in time for their game Tuesday night at Detroit. Yi signed a free agent contract with the Mavericks on Friday, and was then assigned to the Texas Legends. Yi averaged 23 points, 12 rebounds and two blocks in two games with the Legends.
Week 3 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
Jonas Jerebko is quietly enjoying a nice start to his season in Detroit. Our Chris Towers explains why he should be in most starting lineups in Fantasy Week 3 in his Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.
Knicks roll past shorthanded Pistons (AP)
Amare Stoudemire scored 22 points and Mike Bibby added 16 to lead the New York Knicks to an easy 103-80 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night. Carmelo Anthony scored 13 points in three quarters for New York, which led 64-42 at halftime and by 29 after three. The Detroit fans had little to cheer about -- except when highlights of Lions touchdowns from their playoff game in New Orleans...
Kidd out at least 3 games with hurt back (AP)
Dallas Mavericks guard Jason Kidd will miss at least the next three games because of a lower back injury. Kidd was sidelined for Saturday night's game against New Orleans, and coach Rick Carlisle said the guard also won't play when the Mavericks hit the road on consecutive nights against Detroit and Boston next week.
76ers roll to win in front of new owners (AP)
Dr. J heard the roaring ovation from the Philly die-hards, an expected appreciation for the Hall of Famer. The loudest chant was saved for Spencer Hawes. On a night the Philadelphia 76ers honored their former greats, this year's team showed they're worth watching. Hawes had 16 points and 14 rebounds, Jodie Meeks scored 21 points, and the Sixers beat the Detroit Pistons 96-73 on Friday night.
Hawes helps Sixers roll Pistons in home opener
Spencer Hawes had 16 points and 14 rebounds, Jodie Meeks scored 21 points, and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Detroit Pistons 96-73 on Friday night.Bulls cruise by Pistons in Hamilton's return to Detroit
Hamilton talks about his return to Detroit
Bulls roll as Hamilton cheered in Detroit return
Richard Hamilton scored 14 points in his return to The Palace, and the Chicago Bulls shut down the Detroit Pistons in a 99-83 victory Wednesday night.Hamilton lifts Bulls in Detroit return (AP)
Richard Hamilton scored 14 points in his return to The Palace, and the Chicago Bulls shut down the Detroit Pistons in a 99-83 victory Wednesday night. Hamilton started after missing the previous two games with a sore left groin. He received a warm welcome from Detroit fans, many of whom stood and applauded the veteran guard who spent nine years with the Pistons before being waived prior to this...
Rose, Hamilton lead Bulls past Pistons
Richard Hamilton scored 14 points in his return to The Palace, and the Chicago Bulls shut down the Detroit Pistons in a 99-83 victory Wednesday night.
Pistons clamp down on Magic 89-78 (AP)
Ben Gordon scored 26 points, and the Detroit Pistons overcame some early foul trouble in an impressive defensive effort against Dwight Howard and Orlando, beating the Magic 89-78 on Monday night. Rodney Stuckey and Tayshaun Prince scored 14 points apiece for the Pistons, who have won two in a row after losing their first three games of the season.
Pistons end coach Frank's 20-game skid (AP)
Lawrence Frank had a big smile and two important guests at his postgame press conference Saturday night. Moments after breaking his personal 20-game losing streak when the Detroit Pistons beat the Indiana Pacers 96-88, Frank brought his two young daughters in front of the cameras with him. "Welcome to Detroit, girls," he said.
Pistons top Pacers to end Frank's 20-game skid
Jonas Jerebko had 20 points and 12 rebounds, and the Detroit Pistons ended Lawrence Frank's 20-game losing streak with a 96-88 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night.Celtics get first win of season in Pierce's debut
Jermaine O'Neal scored 19 points as he and the Boston Celtics ended a dismal start to their season with a 96-85 victory in their home opener over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night.Celtics earn first win after 0-3 start (AP)
Jermaine O'Neal scored 19 points as he and the Boston Celtics ended a dismal start to their season with a 96-85 win in their home opener over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. O'Neal, who played passively in totaling just eight points in the first three games, all losses, was aggressive throughout.
Celtics earn first win of season
Jermaine O'Neal scored 19 points as he and the Boston Celtics ended a dismal start to their season with a 96-85 win in their home opener over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night.
Pierce debuts at Celts' home opener vs. Pistons
Injured Boston Celtics captain Paul Pierce tweeted that he's "very very close" to playing for the first time this season, and Doc Rivers said that he would be in the starting lineup versus Detroit.Irving helps Cavs get by Pistons 105-89 (AP)
Rookie Kyrie Irving had 14 points and seven assists to help the Cleveland Cavaliers beat Detroit 105-89 on Wednesday night, spoiling the Pistons' first home opener with new owner Tom Gores. Reserve Samardo Samuels scored 17 and Ramon Sessions had 16 points off the bench for the Cavaliers, who got 15 points from Antawn Jamison and 10 points apiece from Anderson Varejao and rookie Tristan...
Irving bounces back, helps Cavs down Pistons
Rookie Kyrie Irving had 14 points and seven assists to help the Cleveland Cavaliers beat Detroit 105-89 on Wednesday night, spoiling the Pistons' first home opener with new owner Tom Gores.Hibbert's double-double lifts Pacers over Pistons
Roy Hibbert had 16 points and 14 rebounds to help the Indiana Pacers defeat the Detroit Pistons 91-79 on Monday night in the season opener for both teams at the renamed Bankers Life Fieldhouse.Hibbert helps Pacers beat Pistons 91-79 (AP)
Roy Hibbert had 16 points and 14 rebounds to help the Indiana Pacers defeat the Detroit Pistons 91-79 on Monday night in the season opener for both teams at the renamed Bankers Life Fieldhouse. David West, Indiana's big free agent addition, had 11 points and 12 rebounds, even though he made just 3 of 12 field goals.
Hamilton: Kuester wasn't the problem in Detroit
Rip Hamilton said John Kuester wasn't the problem in Detroit.Hamilton: Kuester wasn't the problem in Detroit
Rip Hamilton said John Kuester wasn't the problem in Detroit.NBA reduces suspensions for Bynum, Villanueva
The shortened NBA season means that suspensions to Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bynum and Detroit Pistons forward Charlie Villanueva will also be reduced, the league announced on Friday.Paul's Clippers debut sets ratings mark (AP)
Chris Paul's debut with the Los Angeles Clippers was the most-watched preseason game in NBA TV history. The Clippers' 114-95 victory over the Lakers on Monday night drew 509,000 viewers, a network spokesman said Tuesday. The previous record of 501,000 viewers came in another celebrated debut, when the Miami Heat beat Detroit on Oct.
Source: Pistons re-sign Stuckey with $25M deal
The Detroit Pistons have retained Rodney Stuckey with a $25 million, three-year contract.Pistons re-sign Stuckey for 3 yrs., $25M (AP)
The Detroit Pistons have retained Rodney Stuckey with a $25 million, three-year contract. The Detroit News first reported the agreement. A person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Saturday that the restricted free agent signed the contract. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the transaction had not been announced.
Report: Pistons re-sign Stuckey with $25M deal
The Detroit Pistons have retained Rodney Stuckey with a $25 million, three-year contract.Report: Pistons' Stuckey signs $25M deal
The Detroit Pistons have retained Rodney Stuckey with a $25 million, three-year contract.
Top pick Irving scores 21 in debut with Cavaliers
Kyrie Irving scored 21 points in his first exhibition game -- including five free throws in the final minute -- in the Cleveland Cavaliers' 91-87 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night.Cavs top pick Irving scores 21 in debut (AP)
Kyrie Irving scored 21 points in his first exhibition game -- including five free throws in the final minute -- in the Cleveland Cavaliers' 91-87 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. Irving, the top pick in this year's draft, wasn't in the starting lineup, but he looked comfortable in what was a sloppy game.
Singler in no hurry to leave Real Madrid for NBA
Former Duke forward Kyle Singler is in no rush to start his NBA career, saying Thursday he decided to sign with Real Madrid because of the quality of basketball in Spain.Sources: Stuckey, Pistons at impasse on deal
The Pistons and restricted free agent Rodney Stuckey are struggling to come to terms on a long-term contract, sources said.Bulls, Hamilton close on 3-year deal (AP)
A person familiar with the situation says veteran guard Richard Hamilton is closing in on a three-year, $15 million deal with the Chicago Bulls. The person spoke Wednesday afternoon on the condition of anonymity because the contract had not been finalized. The three-time All-Star cleared waivers as expected after being bought out by Detroit this week, ending a nine-year run in which the Pistons won...
Wallace put on probation for DUI, gun charges
Detroit Pistons center Ben Wallace was sentenced Tuesday to a year of probation but avoided jail time on drunken driving and gun possession charges that stemmed from a September traffic stop in suburban Detroit.Pistons C Wallace receives probation
Detroit Pistons center Ben Wallace was sentenced Tuesday to a year of probation but avoided jail time on drunken driving and gun possession charges that stemmed from a September traffic stop in suburban Detroit.
Pistons release Hamilton with buyout agreed to
The Detroit Pistons have waived Richard Hamilton.Bulls GM Forman mum on Howard, Hamilton (AP)
Chicago Bulls general manager Gar Forman had little to say about Richard Hamilton and Dwight Howard. He was more interested in talking about the players on the roster. Hamilton is widely expected to land in Chicago once his buyout with Detroit is finalized and he clears waivers, joining MVP Derrick Rose in the backcourt.
Source: Bulls to pursue Hamilton; Rose a fan
The Chicago Bulls plan to pursue Rip Hamilton when he is bought out by the Detroit Pistons, according to a source familiar with the situation, and Derrick Rose said Hamilton would be a good fit. Bulls appear to be waiting on Hamilton (AP)
The Chicago Bears continue to insist they're fine as is, not that they'd mind a little help. To that end, Richard Hamilton could be the man. The veteran guard is widely expected to sign with Chicago once his buyout with Detroit is finalized and join MVP Derrick Rose in the backcourt. He would have to clear waivers and pass a physical, but the Bulls appear to be a fit.
Report: Pistons to re-sign Prince, Jerebko
The Detroit Pistons are attempting to rebuild by keeping at least a couple key players.
Pistons parting ways with Hamilton
The Detroit Pistons have decided to part ways with Richard Hamilton.
Pistons set to part ways with veteran Hamilton
The Detroit Pistons are set to part ways with Richard Hamilton.Report: Pistons, veteran Hamilton to part ways
The Detroit Pistons have decided to part ways with Richard Hamilton.Pistons parting ways with G Hamilton (AP)
The Detroit Pistons have decided to part ways with Richard Hamilton. A person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Friday that terms of a buyout were still being negotiated. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team had not made an announcement. The 33-year-old Hamilton spent the last nine seasons with the Pistons, leading them to the 2004 NBA title.
Report: Pistons to re-sign Prince, Jerebko
A person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press that the Detroit Pistons will re-sign Tayshaun Prince and Jonas Jerebko.
Pistons set to re-sign Prince, Jerebko (AP)
A person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press that the Detroit Pistons will re-sign Tayshaun Prince and Jonas Jerebko. The person spoke Thursday on the condition of anonymity because the deals have not been announced. Prince is expected to sign a four year, $27-million dollar contract and Friday.
Source: Prince reaches new deal with Pistons
Tayshaun Prince will be returning to the Detroit Pistons after reaching agreement on a $27 million, four-year contract, a league source told ESPN The Magazine's Ric Bucher.Pistons hire Catanella for analytics (AP)
The Detroit Pistons have hired Ken Catanella as director of basketball operations. Catanella joins the Pistons after working with the NBA's league office. The team says he'll direct the Pistons' analytics efforts and be their salary cap specialist. Joe Dumars is Detroit's president of basketball operations.
Ex-Duke star Singler to join Madrid
Former Duke star Kyle Singler plans to stay in Spain rather than join the Detroit Pistons.
Ex-Duke star Singler to join Madrid
Former Duke star Kyle Singler plans to stay in Spain rather than join the Detroit Pistons.
Singler to stay in Spain rather than join Pistons
Former Duke star Kyle Singler plans to stay in Spain rather than join the Detroit Pistons.Pistons pick Singler to play in Spain (AP)
Former Duke star Kyle Singler plans to stay in Spain rather than join the Detroit Pistons. Singler was taken by the Pistons with the No. 33 pick in the draft. He's been playing with Spanish team Lucentum Alicante during the NBA lockout. Alicante says it has agreed to sell Singler's rights to Real Madrid.
Judge dismisses lawsuit vs. Iverson (AP)
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit against former NBA star and Detroit Piston Allen Iverson over a 2009 bar fight. The Detroit News (http://bit.ly/sUVdGb ) reports Tuesday that federal Judge Nancy Edmunds found no evidence that Iverson punched an Ohio man or that the man who struck him was linked to the player.
Bar-fight suit against Iverson dismissed
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit against former NBA star and Detroit Piston Allen Iverson over a 2009 bar fight.
Wallace pleads guilty in alcohol case
Detroit Pistons center Ben Wallace has pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated and possessing a firearm while under the influence of alcohol.
Pistons' Wallace pleads guilty in alcohol case
Detroit Pistons center Ben Wallace has pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated and possessing a firearm while under the influence of alcohol.New Piston Knight coaches Kentucky exhibition
With the NBA lockout still going on, Brandon Knight found a new job on Tuesday.Pistons pick Knight coaches exhibition (AP)
With the NBA lockout still going on, Brandon Knight found a new job on Tuesday. Nursing a minor ankle sprain, Knight sat out of an exhibition game between former Kentucky and Western Kentucky players but ended up coaching his team. "It was a really fun experience," said Knight, the eighth overall selection by the Detroit Pistons in the NBA draft.
Sources: Chinese team trying to sign Stuckey
The Guangdong Southern Tigers in China are making a hard push to sign Detroit Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey, according to sources with knowledge of the negotiations.Pistons C Wallace waives hearing in DUI case
Detroit Pistons center Ben Wallace has waived his right to a preliminary hearing on charges of drunken driving and unlawfully carrying a concealed weapon.Pistons' Wallace faces drunken driving charge
Detroit Pistons center Ben Wallace has been charged with drunken driving and unlawfully carrying a concealed weapon after a traffic stop, authorities say.Report: Wallace facing multiple charges
Authorities in suburban Detroit say Detroit Pistons center Ben Wallace has been charged with drunken driving and unlawfully carrying a concealed weapon after a traffic stop.
Source: Hill to stay as Pistons asst. (AP)
The Detroit Pistons have completed their coaching staff. Brian Hill has agreed to be an assistant for new coach Lawrence Frank, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team hasn't made an announcement. The rest of Frank's staff includes former NBA players Roy Rogers and Dee Brown along with John Loyer.
Nets say assistant Loyer leaving to join Pistons
New Jersey Nets coach Avery Johnson says assistant John Loyer is leaving to join new Detroit coach Lawrence Frank with the Pistons.Nets say asst. Loyer leaving for Pistons (AP)
New Jersey Nets coach Avery Johnson says assistant John Loyer is leaving to join new Detroit coach Lawrence Frank with the Pistons. Frank is putting together his staff after being hired by the Pistons this offseason. He's worked with Loyer before. Loyer was an assistant with the Nets when Frank was fired as their coach in November 2009.
Nets' Avery: Loyer leaving for Pistons
New Jersey Nets coach Avery Johnson says assistant John Loyer is leaving to join new Detroit coach Lawrence Frank with the Pistons.
Report: Ex-NBAer Brown set to join Pistons staff
The Detroit Pistons have agreed to terms with former NBA players Dee Brown and Roy Rogers to become assistants on the staff of new head coach Lawrence Frank.Brown, Rogers set to join Pistons staff (AP)
The Detroit Pistons have agreed to terms with former NBA players Dee Brown and Roy Rogers to become assistants on the staff of new head coach Lawrence Frank. A person with knowledge of the situation, speaking on condition of anonymity because the team has not made an announcement, says Brown and Rogers have agreed to deals.
Mannion named Pistons business ops president
The Detroit Pistons have picked Dennis Mannion as their new president of business operations.Pistons pick new president of business (AP)
The Detroit Pistons have picked Dennis Mannion as their new president of business operations. The team announced the hiring Tuesday and said Joe Dumars will remain the president of basketball operations. Mannion was fired as president of Los Angeles Dodgers by team owner Frank McCourt nearly a year ago.
Pistons add Mannion to front office
The Detroit Pistons have picked Dennis Mannion as their new president of business operations.
Knicks add Woodson as assistant (AP)
The New York Knicks have hired former Atlanta Hawks coach Mike Woodson as an assistant to Mike D'Antoni. Woodson led the Hawks to three playoff berths in his six seasons in Atlanta, but was let go after they were swept in embarrassing fashion by Orlando in the 2010 Eastern Conference semifinals. He was a candidate for the Detroit job that instead went to Lawrence Frank, so now will try to help...
Pistons' Singler signs with Spanish club Alicante
Detroit Pistons rookie Kyle Singler has signed with Spanish club Lucentum Alicante for the upcoming season if a lockout wipes out the NBA season.Pistons' Singler signs with Spanish team (AP)
Detroit Pistons rookie Kyle Singler has signed with Spanish club Lucentum Alicante for the upcoming season if a lockout wipes out the NBA season. Alicante announced the deal on its website Tuesday saying the American, voted best player in leading Duke to the 2010 NCAA championship, has a get-out clause that allows him to return to the NBA should a lockout be avoided.
Pistons' Singler signs with Spanish club
Detroit Pistons rookie Kyle Singler has signed with Spanish club Lucentum Alicante for the upcoming season if a lockout wipes out the NBA season.
Jalen Rose out of jail after 16 days (AP)
ESPN analyst and former NBA player Jalen Rose was released early Thursday from a suburban Detroit jail after serving time for drunken driving. Rose, 38, was released from the Oakland County Jail after 16 days behind bars, the sheriff's department told The Associated Press. He reported to jail Aug.
Jalen Rose released after serving 16 days in jail
ESPN analyst and former NBA player Jalen Rose has been released from a suburban Detroit jail after serving time for drunken driving.Rose wraps up jail time in Detroit
ESPN analyst and former NBA player Jalen Rose has been released from a suburban Detroit jail after serving time for drunken driving.
Report: Jimmy King arrested at church
Jimmy King, a part of Michigan's "Fab Five" teams in the early 90s, was arrested this week for failing to pay child support, the Detroit Free Press reported late Wednesday.
Frank looks forward to task of rebuilding Pistons
Lawrence Frank was formally introduced as coach of the Detriot Pistons on Wednesday.Frank looks forward to task of rebuilding Pistons
Lawrence Frank was formally introduced as coach of the Detriot Pistons on Wednesday.New coach Frank introduced in Detroit
Frank has a big job ahead in Detroit, but won't be intimidated.
Sources: Frank accepts Pistons' four-year offer
The Detroit Pistons are giving Lawrence Frank another chance to lead an NBA team.Report: Pistons to offer 3-year deal to Frank
The Detroit Pistons are giving Lawrence Frank another chance to lead an NBA team.Report: Pistons hire Frank as new coach
A person with knowledge of the situation says the Detroit Pistons have hired Lawrence Frank as the new head coach.
Rose speeds shortly after DWI sentencing (AP)
Former NBA player and ESPN analyst Jalen Rose was given a speeding ticket in suburban Detroit hours after he was sentenced to nearly three weeks in jail for drunken driving, authorities said Thursday. Rose was clocked going 46 mph in a 25-mph zone shortly before 9 p.m. on Wednesday night, Clawson Police Chief Harry Anderson said.
Rose gets 20 days for drunken driving
A Michigan judge has sentenced former NBA guard Jalen Rose to serve 20 days in jail for a drunken driving crash along a snowy suburban Detroit road in March.
Rose gets 20 days for drunken driving
A Michigan judge has sentenced former NBA guard Jalen Rose to serve 20 days in jail for a drunken driving crash along a snowy suburban Detroit road in March.
Report: Pistons will offer job to Frank
A person familiar with the situation says the Detroit Pistons will offer Lawrence Frank their coaching position within two days.
Sources: Pistons tab Frank as new head coach
The Detroit Pistons have chosen Lawrence Frank to be their new head coach, according to sources with knowledge of the team's thinking.Pistons to offer coaching job to Frank (AP)
A person familiar with the situation says the Detroit Pistons will offer Lawrence Frank their coaching position within two days. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Thursday night because the team isn't commenting on its search. The offer was first reported by Yahoo!
Report: Pistons fired 15 people two weeks ago
The Detroit Pistons fired 15 people two weeks ago, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press.Lakers hire Person, Snyder as assistants (AP)
Chuck Person and Quin Snyder have been hired by the Los Angeles Lakers as assistants to new coach Mike Brown. They join John Kuester, the former Detroit Pistons head coach, on Brown's staff. Person spent the last two seasons working with the Lakers under retired coach Phil Jackson. Previously, he spent two seasons each as an assistant with Sacramento and Indiana, where he played 13 years in the...
Pistons fire CEO as part of business shake-up
Detroit Pistons CEO Alan Ostfield has been fired by the team's new ownership.New Pistons owner lets CEO Ostfield go (AP)
Detroit Pistons CEO Alan Ostfield has been let go by the team's new ownership. Ostfield became president and CEO of both the Pistons and Palace Sports & Entertainment last year. The team was purchased about a month ago by Platinum Equity chairman Tom Gores in a deal that included Palace Sports. Platinum Equity partners Phil Norment and Bob Wentworth will share PS&E leadership responsibilities on...
Lakers' Brown hires Kuester as assistant (AP)
The Los Angeles Lakers have hired John Kuester as an assistant under new coach Mike Brown, reuniting the duo who worked in Cleveland together. Kuester spent the last two seasons as coach of the Detroit Pistons before being fired June 5. Previously, he spent 14 years as an NBA assistant, working in Boston, Philadelphia, Detroit, New Jersey, Orlando and Cleveland, where he worked under Brown.
Report: Pistons to interview Woodson
Former Atlanta Hawks coach Mike Woodson will interview for the Detroit Pistons' job for a second time.
Sources: Laimbeer interviewed for Pistons job
Former Detroit Pistons center Bill Laimbeer interviewed for the Pistons' coaching vacancy Wednesday, according to NBA coaching sources.Pistons take Kyle Singler with 33rd pick - Kyle Singler (F) Detroit Pistons
The Pistons took Duke F Kyle Singler with the No. 33 pick.
Villanueva: New coach must communicate well
Charlie Villanueva says the Detroit Pistons' next coach needs to be a good communicator. Ben Wallace agrees and says he's leaning toward trying to play at least one more season.Ben Wallace leaning toward coming back (AP)
Charlie Villanueva says the Detroit Pistons' next coach needs to be a good communicator. Ben Wallace agrees and says he's leaning toward trying to play at least one more season. It's been about a week since Detroit coach John Kuester was fired, and as the team searches for a replacement, Villanueva and Wallace provided some thoughts on the next coach.
Bucks to let Pistons interview Sampson (AP)
A person with direct knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that the Milwaukee Bucks have given the Detroit Pistons permission to interview assistant Kelvin Sampson for their vacant head coaching job. The person requested anonymity because of the confidential nature of the Pistons' search.
Report: Pistons can interview Sampson
A person with direct knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that the Milwaukee Bucks have given the Detroit Pistons permission to interview assistant Kelvin Sampson for their vacant head coaching job.
Sources: Pistons eye Isiah, Laimbeer for coach
While Knicks fans fret about the possibility of Isiah Thomas returning to New York, the Detroit Pistons are considering Thomas for their vacant head coaching position, according to league sources.Pistons fire coach Kuester after two seasons
The Detroit Pistons fired coach John Kuester on Sunday, four days after Tom Gores completed an agreement to purchase the team from Karen Davidson.Kuester out as Pistons coach
Joe Dumars, Detroit Pistons president of basketball operations, announced Sunday that John Kuester will not return next season as the team's head coach.
Dumars to stay Pistons president for new owner
The new owner of the Detroit Pistons says Joe Dumars will remain the organization's point man on basketball matters as the team tries to rebuild after missing the playoffs two straight seasons.Pistons owner: Dumars still point man (AP)
The new owner of the Detroit Pistons says Joe Dumars will remain the organization's point man on basketball matters as the team tries to rebuild after missing the playoffs two straight seasons. Owner Tom Gores was introduced at The Palace on Thursday, a day after completing an agreement to purchase the Pistons from Karen Davidson.
Gores completes ownership of Pistons, Palace
Investor Tom Gores is officially the owner of the Detroit Pistons.Stern says Pistons' sale to Gores has been OK'd
NBA Commissioner David Stern says the sale of the Detroit Pistons to California investor Tom Gores has been approved by the league.Stern: NBA approves sale of Pistons
NBA Commissioner David Stern says the sale of the Detroit Pistons to California investor Tom Gores has been approved by the league.
Sources: Pistons will cut ties with coach Kuester
Detroit Pistons head coach John Kuester will not be returning to the Pistons, according to sources. It is presumed that president Joe Dumars and his staff will be returning, but there has been no definitive indication of that yet, sources said.For Cavs, trade for No. 2 won't be easy
The Cavaliers' rumored interest in the No. 2 draft choice picked up steam Saturday afternoon, when ESPN reported talks between the Cavs, Detroit and Minnesota have gotten serious.
Davidson says she'll keep part of Pistons, arena
Current Detroit Pistons owner Karen Davidson says she'll retain part ownership of the NBA franchise, its arena and Palace Sports & Entertainment after the sale to Beverly Hills, Calif., billionaire Tom Gores is complete.Rose: Hill to support my charter school (AP)
Former Michigan basketball star Jalen Rose says Grant Hill has agreed to help support the new charter school in Detroit bearing Rose's name. The Jalen Rose Leadership Academy is expected to open in September. Rose says Hill has promised to lend his support and that things are fine between them after Hill criticized Rose in March for comments he made in an ESPN documentary about Michigan's...
Rose says his charter school has support of Hill
Former Michigan basketball star Jalen Rose says Grant Hill has agreed to help support the new charter school in Detroit bearing Rose's name.John Kuester's fate with Detroit Pistons still undecided, report says
The Detroit Pistons won't make an immediate decision about coach John Kuester's future with the team, a person familiar with situation said. Report: Pistons' Kuester safe for now
A person familiar with the situation says the Detroit Pistons won't make an immediate decision about coach John Kuester's future with the team.
Report: Pistons' Kuester safe for now
John Kuester's job is safe for now. The Detroit Pistons won't make an immediate decision about Kuester's fate with the franchise, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Thursday morning. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the team had not announced its plans regarding the embattled coach.
Detroit Pistons' Charlie Villanueva gets 5-game ban, will miss start of 2011-12
Charlie Villanueva of the Detroit Pistons has been suspended for five games without pay for initiating an on-court altercation with Cleveland's Ryan Hollins.Pistons' Villanueva suspended 5 games (AP)
Charlie Villanueva of the Detroit Pistons has been suspended for five games without pay for initiating an on-court altercation with Cleveland's Ryan Hollins. NBA vice president Stu Jackson announced the suspension Wednesday. He says Villanueva also tried to "escalate the altercation by entering the Cavaliers' locker room on two occasions following his ejection." The incident...
Pistons' Villanueva suspended five games
Charlie Villanueva of the Detroit Pistons has been suspended for five games without pay for initiating an on-court altercation with Cleveland's Ryan Hollins.
Fight, ejections cap Cavs' win in Detroit
Charlie Villanueva drifted over toward the free-throw line as if setting a pick, then collided with Ryan Hollins.
Villanueva, Hollins ejected for skirmish (AP)
Daniel Gibson scored 17 points, including a five-point play late in the third quarter, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Detroit Pistons 110-101 on Monday night in a testy game in which Charlie Villanueva and Ryan Hollins were ejected. Villanueva became entangled with the Cavaliers' Hollins with 5:47 remaining in the game.
Pistons' Villaneuva restrained after tussle in loss
Daniel Gibson scored 17 points, including a five-point play late in the third quarter, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Detroit Pistons 110-101 on Monday night in a testy game in which Charlie Villanueva and Ryan Hollins were ejected.Pistons' Gores 'ecstatic' over agreement (AP)
Tom Gores says he's "ecstatic" after reaching an agreement to buy the Detroit Pistons. Gores was in a suite Monday night when the Pistons hosted the Cleveland Cavaliers, and he spoke with reporters briefly as the game began. Gores says he wants to build on the foundation set by Bill Davidson, who owned the team when it won NBA titles in 1989, 1990 and 2004.
Down 15, Pistons snap 11-game road slide (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 24 points, fellow reserve Charlie Villanueva added 20 and the Detroit Pistons recovered from a terrible start to beat the reeling Charlotte Bobcats 112-101 on Sunday night and snap an 11-game road losing streak. Chris Wilcox chipped in with 14 points for the Pistons, who shot 56 percent from the field in their third straight win and second in three days since California...
Stuckey helps Pistons snap 11-game road skid
Rodney Stuckey scored 24 points, fellow reserve Charlie Villanueva added 20 and the Detroit Pistons recovered from a terrible start to beat the reeling Charlotte Bobcats 112-101 on Sunday night and snap an 11-game road losing streak.Detroit Pistons to retain Joe Dumars as team president, source says
Pistons president Joe Dumars will keep his gig -- even after the ownership change, according to a source close to the situation. Billionaire Gores to buy Detroit Pistons
Billionaire investor Tom Gores has agreed to buy the Detroit Pistons and other properties.
Terms of deal to sell Detroit Pistons reached with Tom Gores
Billionaire investor Tom Gores has agreed to buy the Pistons and other properties.Strained calf sidelines Shaq again (AP)
Boston center Shaquille O'Neal missed his second straight game with a strained right calf when the Celtics played the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night. The 15-time All-Star returned Sunday against Detroit after missing 27 games because of a sore right leg but lasted just 5 minutes, 29 seconds before leaving again.
Darko Milicic of Minnesota Timberwolves auctioning 2004 title ring to raise money
Darko Milicic is auctioning the 2004 NBA championship ring he won with the Detroit Pistons to raise money and awareness for children dealing with the terminal illness Batten's disease.Milicic to auction Pistons' title ring (AP)
Darko Milicic is auctioning the 2004 NBA championship ring he won with the Detroit Pistons to raise money and awareness for children dealing with the terminal illness Batten's disease. Batten's is a neurological disorder that affects mostly children and gradually causes blindness, seizures and death.
Milicic to auction NBA title ring
Darko Milicic is auctioning the 2004 NBA championship ring he won with the Detroit Pistons to raise money and awareness for children dealing with the terminal illness Batten's disease.
New Jersey Nets' Deron Williams to see hand specialist about wrist
Nets point guard Deron Williams will not travel with the team to Detroit for Wednesday night's game against the Pistons. Wizards' win streak now season-high 3 (AP)
John Wall scored 16 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, and the Washington Wizards have their first three-game winning streak since 2008 following Tuesday night's 107-105 victory over the Detroit Pistons. Wall, showing none of the complacency that might befall a rookie at the end of a long, losing season, also had 12 assists and six rebounds for the Wizards.
Knicks end 7-year playoff drought (AP)
Even while chasing championships in Detroit, Chauncey Billups couldn't help but notice the comedy of errors playing in New York. Larry Brown, his beloved coach with the Pistons, lasted just one tumultuous season with the Knicks before a contentious parting that went all the way to Commissioner David Stern's office.
Shaq hurt in return as Celtics overcome Pistons
Kevin Garnett scored 23 points and the Boston Celtics got a rare, brief and potentially final glimpse of Shaquille O'Neal on Sunday night in a 101-90 victory over the Detroit Pistons.Celtics beat Pistons but lose Shaq again (AP)
Kevin Garnett scored 23 points and the Boston Celtics got a rare, brief and potentially final glimpse of Shaquille O'Neal on Sunday night in a 101-90 victory over the Detroit Pistons. Paul Pierce scored 22 points and Rajon Rondo added 14 assists for the Celtics. Will Bynum scored 20 points, Tayshaun Prince had 16 and Charlie Villanueva 15 for the Pistons.
Shaq's return to Celtics lineup brief
Kevin Garnett scored 23 points and the Boston Celtics got a rare, brief and potentially final glimpse of Shaquille O'Neal on Sunday night in a 101-90 victory over the Detroit Pistons.
Chicago Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau and center Joakim Noah support Dennis Rodman's bid for Hall of Fame
When the Detroit Pistons retire Dennis Rodman's jersey on Friday night, two supporters will be on the opponent's bench in Chicago Bulls head coach Tom Thibodeau and center Joakim Noah.Rose's big 4th powers Bulls by Pistons (AP)
Derrick Rose scored 13 of his 27 points in the first quarter and had a key assist in the final minute of the game, helping the Chicago Bulls hold off the Detroit Pistons 101-96 on Friday night. The Eastern Conference-leading Bulls enjoyed a comfortable lead for much of the game but the lowly Pistons pulled within three a couple times late in the final period.
Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah is a game-time call against the Detroit Pistons
Joakim Noah is a game-time decision against the Pistons as he nurses his injured ankle.Rodman: I was elected to Hall of Fame (AP)
Dennis Rodman has been voted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Rodman says he was informed Thursday to be in Houston for Sunday's announcement. The five-time NBA champion and two-time defensive player of the year was honored Friday night by the Detroit Pistons, who retired his No. 10 jersey, during halftime of their game against the Chicago Bulls.
Rodman cries as Pistons retire No. 10 (AP)
Dennis Rodman says he's surprised the Detroit Pistons decided to retire his jersey. The honor made Rodman so emotional that just talking about it led to tears streaming down both cheeks. A spot was cleared in The Palace's rafters for his No. 10 alongside former Bad Boys teammates Isiah Thomas, Joe Dumars, Bill Laimbeer and Vinnie Johnson.
Pacers top Pistons to remain in 8th playoff spot
Darren Collison scored 20 points, Danny Granger added 17 and the Indiana Pacers used a 31-12 run in the second quarter to help lead them to a 111-101 victory over Detroit on Wednesday night.Pacers ride 2nd-quarter run past Pistons (AP)
Darren Collison scored 20 points, Danny Granger added 17 and the Indiana Pacers used a 31-12 run in the second quarter to help lead them to a 111-101 victory over Detroit on Wednesday night. Josh McRoberts added 15 points and Roy Hibbert 12 for the Pacers, who are 34-42 with six games remaining. Indiana maintained its hold on the last playoff spot in the Eastern Conference -- one game ahead of...
Rose: Tests show BAC above legal limit
Former NBA player and Michigan Fab Five standout Jalen Rose says he wasn't "feeling impaired" when he was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving earlier this month near Detroit.
Change the only constant for Pistons (AP)
There are over 3,000 ways an NBA coach can pick five players from a 15-man roster. Detroit's John Kuester must feel as if he's tried almost all of them. The Pistons debuted their 21st different starting lineup Saturday night, mixing and matching their way to a 100-88 win over the Indiana Pacers.
Pistons hold on as Pacers' playoff lead shrinks
Richard Hamilton scored 23 points, and the Detroit Pistons held off the Indiana Pacers 100-88 on Saturday night.Pistons use 21-3 run to defeat Pacers (AP)
Richard Hamilton scored 23 points, and the Detroit Pistons held off the Indiana Pacers 100-88 on Saturday night. The Pistons went on a 21-3 run during the third quarter to take an 18-point lead. The Pacers, who are fighting for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, cut the lead to six in the fourth quarter, but Hamilton drove for an easy layup, then made a nice pass to Rodney Stuckey for a...
Davis drains key 3-pointer in return to lift Cavs
J.J. Hickson scored 24 points and Baron Davis hit a critical 3-pointer with 9.9 seconds remaining, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 97-91 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. Cavs top Pistons, end 7-game home skid (AP)
J.J. Hickson scored 24 points and Baron Davis hit a critical 3-pointer with 9.9 seconds remaining, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 97-91 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. The win was only the second in the last 10 games for Cleveland, while Detroit has lost three straight and six of eight.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Baron Davis returns Friday against Detroit Pistons
Cavaliers guard Baron Davis, who missed the last three games because of back spasms, will play against the Detroit Pistons.Cavs G Davis returns, comes off bench (AP)
Cavaliers guard Baron Davis, who missed the last three games because of back spasms, will play against the Detroit Pistons. Cleveland coach Byron Scott said Davis will come off the bench and play 20 to 25 minutes on Friday night. Davis, acquired from the Los Angeles Clippers in a Feb. 24 trade, is averaging 14.3 points in four games for the Cavaliers.
Heat open 4th with 15-0 run, top Pistons (AP)
Dwyane Wade scored 24 points and Chris Bosh added 23 to help the Miami Heat rally for a 100-94 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. LeBron James had 19 points, eight rebounds and seven assists for Miami, which has won six of seven following a five-game losing streak. The Heat trailed by 11 late in the third quarter before Mike Miller made a 3-pointer in the final seconds.
Heat rally past Pistons to win sixth in last seven
Dwyane Wade scored 24 points and Chris Bosh added 23 to help the Miami Heat rally for a 100-94 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.Heat rally in fourth to down Pistons
Dwyane Wade scored 24 points and Chris Bosh added 23 to help the Miami Heat rally for a 100-94 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.
Horford leads slumping Hawks by Pistons (AP)
Al Horford scored 18 points, Josh Smith and Joe Johnson each added 17, helping the Atlanta Hawks snap a two-game skid with a 104-96 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday. Rodney Stuckey missed two jump shots in the final 1:14 but still led the Pistons with 22 points in a reserve role. Reserve forward Chris Wilcox added 18 and Greg Monroe scored 17 for Detroit, which has lost seven straight on...
Carmelo Anthony on New York Knicks' play: 'It'll just take some time'
Carmelo Anthony tried to put an end Sunday to the latest MeloDrama surrounding the Knicks, saying his frustration boiled over Friday night in a loss at Detroit.Down 11 in 4th, Pistons rally by Knicks (AP)
Chris Wilcox threw down a one-handed dunk off a missed shot with 53 seconds left, and the Detroit Pistons rallied from an 11-point, fourth-quarter deficit to beat the New York Knicks 99-95 on Friday night. After Wilcox's dunk gave Detroit a two-point lead, Carmelo Anthony drove past Tayshaun Prince, but Wilcox was there defensively to force a missed shot.
Wilcox, Pistons rally late as Melo, Knicks go cold
Chris Wilcox threw down a one-handed dunk off a missed shot with 53 seconds left, and the Detroit Pistons rallied from an 11-point, fourth-quarter deficit to beat the New York Knicks 99-95 on Friday night.Pistons rally late to beat Knicks
Chris Wilcox threw down a one-handed dunk off a missed shot with 53 seconds left, and the Detroit Pistons rallied from an 11-point, fourth-quarter deficit to beat the New York Knicks 99-95 on Friday night.
Richard Hamilton out vs. Knicks due to death in family
Detroit's Richard Hamilton is missing the Pistons' game Friday night against the New York Knicks because of the death of his grandfather.Hamilton, Monroe help Pistons end slide (AP)
Richard Hamilton scored 24 points, Greg Monroe added 21 points and 10 rebounds, and the Detroit Pistons ended a three-game losing streak with a 107-93 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Toronto scored the game's first basket, but never led again. Tayshaun Prince added 22 points for the Pistons and Rodney Stuckey, Detroit's leading scorer, had a career-high 14 assists while...
Nuggets rip Pistons to reach 7-2 since Melo deal
J.R. Smith scored 26 of his season-high 31 points in the second half, helping the Denver Nuggets pull away for a 131-101 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night.Smith's 31 help Nuggets blow by Pistons (AP)
J.R. Smith scored 26 of his season-high 31 points in the second half, helping the Denver Nuggets pull away for a 131-101 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night. Smith was 9 of 15 from 3-point range for Denver, 7-2 since the blockbuster trade that sent Carmelo Anthony to New York on Feb. 22.
Harden helps Thunder hold off Pistons (AP)
Kevin Durant scored 24 points, James Harden kept his late-season surge going with 22 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Detroit Pistons 104-94 on Friday night. Russell Westbrook added 13 points and 11 assists for Oklahoma City, which pulled ahead to stay just before halftime then held off a charge by the Pistons.
Westbrook reaches milestone in Thunder's win
Kevin Durant scored 24 points, James Harden continued his late-season surge with 22 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Detroit Pistons 104-94 on Friday night.San Antonio bounces back with win vs. Detroit
Tony Parker scored 23 points and the San Antonio Spurs bounced back from a humbling loss by beating the Detroit Pistons 111-104 on Wednesday night.Spurs bounce back from loss, top Pistons (AP)
Tony Parker scored 23 points and the San Antonio Spurs bounced back from a humbling loss by beating the Detroit Pistons 111-104 on Wednesday night. Tim Duncan, who matched a career low with two points in a blowout loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, finished with 15 points and 12 rebounds in 31 minutes.
Villanueva scores 16 in 2nd, Pistons win (AP)
Charlie Villanueva scored all 16 of his points in the second quarter, helping the Detroit Pistons build a lead they wouldn't relinquish in a 113-102 win over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night. Villanueva made three 3-pointers, then added a conventional three-point play that started a 10-0 run that put Detroit ahead 60-49 shortly before halftime.
Pistons pull away, drop Wizards to 1-29 on road
Charlie Villanueva scored all 16 of his points in the second quarter, helping the Detroit Pistons build a lead they wouldn't relinquish in a 113-102 win over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night.Rashard Lewis of Washington Wizards misses game with sore right knee
Rashard Lewis did not suit up for the Washington Wizards against Detroit on Sunday because of a sore right knee.Wizards F Lewis out against Pistons (AP)
Rashard Lewis did not suit up for the Washington Wizards against Detroit on Sunday because of a sore right knee. Lewis scored 10 points Saturday in a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Washington forward Josh Howard was also out with a strained left hamstring, and Wizards coach Flip Saunders missed the game, as expected, following the death of his mother Friday.
Love's 20 and 20 lift Wolves by Pistons (AP)
Kevin Love had 20 points and 20 rebounds, and Minnesota's bench also provided a big boost in the Timberwolves' 116-105 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. Anthony Randolph scored 19 points, one of three reserves in double figures for Minnesota. Lazar Hayward scored a career-high 16 points and Anthony Tolliver added 13.
Hamilton returns to Pistons lineup but Bucks win
Brandon Jennings scored 21 points, making the clinching free throws with 5.9 seconds left and leading the Milwaukee Bucks to a 92-90 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night.Hamilton plays in Pistons' loss to Bucks (AP)
Brandon Jennings scored 21 points, making the clinching free throws with 5.9 seconds left and leading the Milwaukee Bucks to a 92-90 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. Detroit's Richard Hamilton emerged from coach John Kuester's doghouse to score 10 points in 26 minutes off the bench, but missed his first four shots and his final eight attempts.
Richard Hamilton of Detroit Pistons to return after missing 10 games
Richard Hamilton, who has been in a dispute with the Detroit Pistons, will play against the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night.Pistons' Hamilton to play Tuesday
Richard Hamilton, who has been in a dispute with the Detroit Pistons, will play against the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night.
Rip met with coach to repair relationship
Detroit's Richard Hamilton says he met with coach John Kuester recently in an effort to repair their relationship.
Detroit Pistons coach John Kuester has 'full support' of president Joe Dumars
The Detroit Pisons haven't completely abondoned ship.Not even close, according to team president Joe Dumars.
Sources: Richard Hamilton declined Detroit Pistons' offer to trade him
If the Detroit Pistons are beyond frustrated with Richard Hamilton after his part in the recent player boycott of practice, it's because he had a chance to no longer be coached by John Kuester -- the impetus for the boycott -- and didn't take it.Pistons bounce back, beat Jazz 120-116 (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 28 points and made a big steal in the final minute, helping the Detroit Pistons bounce back from an embarrassing start to the weekend with a 120-116 win over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night. One night earlier, Detroit used only six players in a lopsided loss at Philadelphia after several Pistons missed at least part of a team shootaround.
Pistons save a little face with win
Rodney Stuckey scored 28 points and made a big steal in the final minute, helping the Detroit Pistons bounce back from an embarrassing start to the weekend with a 120-116 win over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night.
Short-handed Pistons clip Jazz despite firestorm
Rodney Stuckey scored 28 points and made a big steal in the final minute, helping the Detroit Pistons bounce back from an embarrassing start to the weekend with a 120-116 win over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night.Pistons coach says 'we're moving on'
Four of the seven players who missed Friday's game following an alleged player protest were in the starting lineup Saturday night when the Detroit Pistons played Utah at The Palace.
Pistons short-handed again against Jazz (AP)
One night after using only six players against the Philadelphia 76ers after several others missed the start of a shootaround, the Detroit Pistons are preparing to play short-handed again. Coach John Kuester says Tracy McGrady is sick and Tayshaun Prince has a back problem and won't be available for Saturday night's game against Utah.
76ers reach .500, beat 6-man Pistons (AP)
Elton Brand had 20 points and 17 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers reached .500 for the first time this season in a 110-94 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. Led by a resurgent Brand, the Sixers have rebounded from a 3-13 start to get to 29-29. Coach Doug Collins had already in his first season led the Sixers to more wins than they had a year ago.
Report: Pistons skip practice in protest
If the Detroit Pistons' season hadn't been tumultuous enough, things may have gotten worse. According to reports by The Detroit News and the Detroit Free Press, five Pistons -- Tracy McGrady, Tayshaun Prince, Richard Hamilton and Chris Wilcox -- missed Friday morning's shootaround in protest of head coach John Kuester.
Several Pistons miss pregame shootaround (AP)
Several Detroit Pistons missed at least part of the team's shootaround before Friday night's game at Philadelphia, the latest gaffe in what has been a difficult season for the proud franchise. Team spokesman Cletus Lewis says Richard Hamilton, Chris Wilcox, Rodney Stuckey and Austin Daye missed the bus, with Stuckey and Daye able to arrive late.
Reports: Some Detroit Pistons AWOL to protest coach
A number of Pistons players reportedly didn't show up for shootaround as a protest.Sources: Dallas Mavericks eye Tayshaun Prince, J.R. Smith before trade deadline
The Dallas Mavericks plan to make last-ditch trade runs at Detroit's Tayshaun Prince and Denver's J.R. Smith before Thursday's 3 p.m. ET trade deadline, sources close to the situation said.Patterson helps Rockets beat Pistons (AP)
Rookie forward Patrick Patterson scored a career-high 20 points, including seven in a row late in the fourth quarter as the Houston Rockets pulled away for a 108-100 win over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. After both teams had blown double-digit leads, Patterson's tip-in gave Houston a 95-94 advantage.
NBA hopes warning horns cut game lengths (AP)
NBA scoreboard operators are being told to sound warning horns during breaks in action in an effort to cut down on the game lengths. According to a memo distributed courtside Tuesday night at the Detroit Pistons game before they played the Rockets, the length of games has been increasing, "largely due to prolonged delays after breaks." NBA spokesman Tim Frank confirmed to The Associated...
Prince leads Pistons by Pacers in OT (AP)
Tayshaun Prince had 25 points and 11 rebounds, helping the Detroit Pistons beat the Indiana Pacers 115-109 in overtime Wednesday night. The Pistons led by 10 midway through the fourth quarter, but allowed Darren Collison to tie the game with 15.4 seconds left. Prince had the ball in the final seconds of regulation with a chance to win it, but didn't get a good shot off or the foul he wanted...
Prince helps Pistons knock off Pacers in overtime
Tayshaun Prince had 25 points and 11 rebounds, helping the Detroit Pistons beat the Indiana Pacers 115-109 in overtime Wednesday night.Detroit Pistons owner Karen Davidson 'cautiously optimistic' sale will be completed soon
Detroit Pistons owner Karen Davidson says she's cautiously optimistic the sale of the team will be completed soon.Smith's 27 and 14 lift Hawks by Pistons (AP)
The Atlanta Hawks knew the Detroit Pistons were going to start missing shots eventually. Once they did, the game was over. Detroit hit their first six 3-pointers while building a 15-point second-quarter lead Monday night, but the Hawks were back in front by halftime and went on to win 94-79. "They were making every shot in the first half, but we started helping each other out," said Josh...
Aldridge has 36, Blazers run streak to 4 (AP)
The Detroit Pistons knew exactly what was coming Sunday night. It didn't help. All-Star snub LaMarcus Aldridge scored 36 points, leading the Portland Trail Blazers to their fourth straight win, 105-100 over the Pistons. "The difference in this game was Aldridge, Aldridge and Aldridge," Pistons coach John Kuester said.
Pistons to retire Rodman's number
A source close to the Detroit Pistons confirmed Friday morning that they will make an announcement at 3 p.m., when it is expected the team will confirm the retirement of Dennis Rodman's No. 10 on April 1.
Heat win eighth straight, take East lead (AP)
Dwyane Wade scored 24 points and LeBron James added 16 points and 10 assists, helping the streaking Miami Heat take over sole possession of first place in the Eastern Conference with a 106-92 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. James took a moment early on to ask a heckler to lay off his family, then helped Miami pull away for its eighth straight victory.
LeBron James, heckling fan exchange words during game vs. Detroit Pistons
LeBron James took a moment during Friday's game against the Detroit Pistons to fire back at a heckling fan who insulted his mother.James to heckling fan: Lay off my family (AP)
LeBron James asked a heckler to lay off his family during the Miami Heat's game against the Detroit Pistons. A fan who says he was seated near the heckler says James was being taunted early in Friday night's game when he walked over while the Heat were shooting free throws. The witness says the Miami star told the fan he could say whatever he wanted about James, but: "Don't say...
LeBron exchanges words with heckler
LeBron James asked a heckler to lay off his family during the Miami Heat's game against the Detroit Pistons.
Aretha Franklin, Rev. Jesse Jackson take in Miami Heat-Detroit Pistons game
Aretha Franklin was on hand Friday when LeBron James and the Miami Heat visited the Detroit Pistons.Heat take on Pistons in Detroit
Heat in first after a win in Detroit
Dwyane Wade scored 24 points and LeBron James added 16 points and 10 assists, helping the streaking Miami Heat take over sole possession of first place in the Eastern Conference with a 106-92 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night.
Detroit Pistons owner Karen Davidson, investor Tom Gores in exclusive negotiations
The owner of the Pistons on Friday confirmed she is is negotiations with a California billionaire interested in buying the struggling NBA franchise.Pistons to retire Rodman's No. 10 (AP)
The Detroit Pistons plan to retire Dennis Rodman's No. 10 during a halftime ceremony in April. The eccentric rebounding specialist helped the Pistons win NBA titles in 1989 and 1990. He'll be honored April 1 when the Pistons host the Chicago Bulls, a team Rodman won three championships with from 1996-98.
Detroit Pistons to retire Dennis Rodman's No. 10 on April Fool's Day
The Detroit Pistons plan to retire Dennis Rodman's No. 10 during a halftime ceremony later this season.Gores has tentative deal to buy Pistons
Tom Gores, a Los Angeles financier, has a tentative deal in place to buy the Detroit Pistons, according to a Detroit Free Press report.
Report: Detroit Pistons reach tentative deal with Tom Gores to purchase team
The Detroit Pistons have a tentative deal in place with Los Angeles financier Tom Gores to purchase the NBA franchise, according to a report in the Detroit Free Press.Pistons extend Cavs' losing streak to 26 games
Cleveland's losing streak reached 26, matching the 1976-77 Tampa Bay Buccaneers' record for consecutive incompetence on Wednesday night with a 103-94 loss to the Detroit Pistons, who were supposedly a beatable opponent for the bottom-dwelling Cavs.Cavs lose to Pistons, skid reaches 26 (AP)
Forget the NBA record, the Cavaliers are officially as bad as any team in any pro sport. Cleveland's losing streak reached 26, matching the 1976-77 Tampa Bay Buccaneers' record for consecutive incompetence on Wednesday night with a 103-94 loss to the Detroit Pistons, who were supposedly a beatable opponent for the bottom-dwelling Cavs.
Parker helps Spurs hold off Pistons (AP)
Tony Parker had 19 points and seven assists, and the San Antonio Spurs held off the Detroit Pistons 100-89 Tuesday night. DeJuan Blair added 18 points and 12 rebounds for San Antonio, which improved its NBA-best record to 43-8. Manu Ginobili scored 13 points for the Spurs, and Tim Duncan contributed 10 points and 10 rebounds.
Richard Hamilton of Detroit Pistons out injured one game after benching ends
One game after his benching ended, Detroit's Richard Hamilton is sitting out Tuesday night's matchup with San Antonio because of a sore right groin.Injured Pistons G Hamilton out vs. Spurs (AP)
One game after his benching ended, Detroit's Richard Hamilton is sitting out Tuesday night's matchup with San Antonio because of a sore right groin. Hamilton scored 15 points in 20 minutes Saturday at Milwaukee, his first action since Jan. 10 after he was benched and even deactivated for Friday night's home game against New Jersey.
Spurs sign F Novak to 10-day contract (AP)
The San Antonio Spurs have signed forward Steve Novak to a 10-day contract. The Spurs announced the move before Tuesday night's game against the Detroit Pistons in Auburn Hills, signing Novak from the Reno Bighorns of the NBA Development League. Novak appeared in seven games for the Dallas Mavericks this season, playing 18 total minutes and scoring 11 points.
Rip scores 15 in return as Pistons down Bucks
Reserve Richard Hamilton scored 15 points in his first action since Jan. 10 and Tracy McGrady added 20, leading the Detroit Pistons over the Milwaukee Bucks 89-78 on Saturday night.Hamilton returns, has 15 in Pistons' win (AP)
Reserve Richard Hamilton scored 15 points in his first action since Jan. 10 and Tracy McGrady added 20, leading the Detroit Pistons over the Milwaukee Bucks 89-78 on Saturday night. Less than 24 hours after he said he thought he'd played his last game for Detroit because he was inactive in a win on Friday night, Hamilton looked much more like the sharpshooter who helped the Pistons win a title...
Detroit Pistons G Richard Hamilton miffed at benchings, doesn't know what's next
Pistons guard Richard Hamilton said Saturday he has no idea why he was inactive for Detroit's 92-82 win over New Jersey the night before and doesn't know what to expect next.Prince helps Pistons snap 4-game losing streak
Tayshaun Prince scored 22 points, and the Detroit Pistons snapped a four-game losing streak Friday night with a 92-82 victory over the New Jersey Nets.Rookie Monroe helps Pistons snap skid (AP)
Tayshaun Prince scored 22 points, and the Detroit Pistons snapped a four-game losing streak Friday night with a 92-82 victory over the New Jersey Nets. Rookie Greg Monroe added a career-high 20 points along with 11 rebounds for Detroit, which led by 13 early in the third quarter after beginning the second half on a 14-5 run.
Jackson's 39 carry Bobcats past Pistons (AP)
The Charlotte Bobcats are hoping to fight off several teams for the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. They took a step in the right direction on Wednesday night. Stephen Jackson scored a season-high 39 points to lead the Bobcats, playing their sixth straight road game, to a 97-87 win over the shorthanded Detroit Pistons.
Mozgov's big game helps Knicks win (AP)
Amare Stoudemire scored 33 points despite a sprained right knee, rookie Timofey Mozgov had career highs of 23 points and 14 rebounds in his first appearance in three weeks, and the New York Knicks beat the Detroit Pistons 124-106 on Sunday night. Danilo Gallinari added 29 points for the Knicks, who seized control early in the fourth quarter after it was tied through three.
New York Knicks' Wilson Chandler out, Amare Stoudemire in vs. Pistons
Knicks' Amare Stoudemire played against the Detroit Pistons on Sunday, but Wilson Chandler missed the game.LeBron scores 39 to power short-handed Heat
Eddie House hit two deciding free throws with 6.5 seconds left, LeBron James led all scorers with 39 points and the Miami Heat rallied late to beat the Detroit Pistons 88-87 on Friday night.James' 39 help Heat win minus Wade, Bosh (AP)
Eddie House hit two deciding free throws with 6.5 seconds left, LeBron James led all scorers with 39 points and the Miami Heat rallied late to beat the Detroit Pistons 88-87 on Friday night. James finished with nine assists and eight rebounds for the Heat, who played without Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade and trailed by 10 late in the third quarter.
Dwyane Wade will sit out Miami Heat's Friday game vs. Detroit Pistons
Dwyane Wade will sit out the Heat's Friday night game against the Detroit Pistons at Miami. Wade out vs. Pistons with sore wrist
Dwyane Wade has a sprained right wrist and will not play Friday night when the Miami Heat host the Detroit Pistons.
Wade, Bosh sit as Heat edge Pistons
Eddie House hit two deciding free throws with 6.5 seconds left, LeBron James led all scorers with 39 points and the Miami Heat rallied late to beat the Detroit Pistons 88-87 on Friday night.
Report: Heat buy Hardaway's mansion
Call it a basketball bailout. The Miami Heat purchased the Miami mansion of former star point guard Tim Hardaway, who owed more than $120,000 in back taxes on the property, the Detroit News reported Thursday.
Billups helps Nuggets end skid at Palace (AP)
Chauncey Billups scored 26 points, including a trio of 3-pointers late in the game, and the Denver Nuggets beat the Detroit Pistons 109-100 on Wednesday night. Carmelo Anthony had 18 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists -- shaking off trade talk for another day -- to help the Nuggets win for the seventh time in nine games.
Detroit Pistons' Rodney Stuckey bangs shoulder, leaves game
Detroit Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey collided with Denver Nuggets forward Carmelo Anthony and left the game. Pistons G Stuckey injured vs. Nuggets (AP)
Detroit Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey collided with Denver Nuggets forward Carmelo Anthony and left the game. Stuckey grabbed his right shoulder after trying to get past Anthony's screen late in the first quarter Wednesday night. He went to the court, clearly in pain, and was evaluated by the team's medical staff before slowly walking toward Detroit's locker room.
Detroit Pistons guard Richard Hamilton has flu, won't play vs. Denver Nuggets
Pistons guard Richard Hamilton will miss Detroit's game against Denver with the flu. Richard Hamilton of Detroit Pistons miffed by coach John Kuester's 'overtures'
John Kuester's attempt at talking to Pistons guard Richard Hamilton went unheeded this weekend. But Hamilton says there was good reason -- the coach used the team's head of security as middleman.Pistons drop Magic for 2nd straight win
Tracy McGrady, Tayshaun Prince and Austin Daye each scored 20 points to help the Detroit Pistons to a 103-96 victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday night.
McGrady's 20 help Pistons stun Magic (AP)
Tracy McGrady and Tayshaun Prince each scored 20 points to help the Detroit Pistons to a 103-96 victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday night. The Pistons scored 26 points off 16 Orlando turnovers and shot 50 percent from 3-point range to earn their first victory of the season over the Magic. Rodney Stuckey and Ben Gordon added 16 points apiece for Detroit.
Pistons snap Suns' 5-game win streak (AP)
Austin Daye made the go-ahead jump shot with 53 seconds left and the Detroit Pistons rallied for a 75-74 victory Saturday night that snapped the Phoenix Suns' five-game winning streak. Tayshaun Prince led Detroit with 17 points, 13 rebounds and five assists. Will Bynum added 12 points. Steve Nash had 14 points and nine assists, and Jared Dudley added 13 points for Phoenix.
Nets match win total from last season (AP)
Anthony Morrow scored all of the points during a key second-half run in his first game since mid-December to lead the New Jersey Nets to an 89-74 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. The victory was the Nets' 12th, tying the total they had last season (12-70) when they were the NBA's worst team.
Detroit Pistons' Richard Hamilton mum about trade speculation, wants to play
If Richard Hamilton does want to be traded, the Detroit Pistons swingman isn't making it public. Allen keys Celtics' fourth straight win (AP)
Paul Pierce scored 22 points, and Ray Allen hit a jumper with 25 seconds left to give the Boston Celtics their first lead of the second half and help them beat the Detroit Pistons 86-82 on Wednesday night. It was the fourth straight victory for the Celtics. The Pistons had their three-game winning streak snapped.
Richard Hamilton remains confined to Detroit Pistons bench amid trade talk
If Detroit fans want to catch a glimpse of Richard Hamilton these days, chances are they'll have to look over to the sideline. The 32-year-old swingman has been benched for the last four games amid talk his days with Detroit could be numbered.Pistons bench Hamilton amid trade talk (AP)
If Detroit fans want to catch a glimpse of Richard Hamilton these days, chances are they'll have to find him over on the sideline. The 32-year-old swingman, who helped lead the Pistons to the NBA title in 2004, has been benched for the last four games amid talk his days with Detroit could be numbered.
Pistons send Mavs to sixth straight loss (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 20 points, and the Detroit Pistons sent the Dallas Mavericks to their sixth consecutive loss, 103-89 on Monday. Tayshaun Prince added 19 points and rookie Greg Monroe had 16 points and nine rebounds for Detroit, which has won three straight for the first time all season. The Pistons shot 65 percent in the second half, including a stretch of 11 straight shots without a miss in...
Tyson Chandler (illness) misses second straight game for Dallas Mavericks
DETROIT -- The Dallas Mavericks just can't catch a break as center Tyson Chandler will miss his second consecutive game because of an illness.Detroit Pistons bench Richard Hamilton amid trade maneuvers
The Detroit Pistons are in a holding pattern as they await the finishing pieces of a blockbuster trade to fall into place, leaving veteran players to question the moves of their second-year coach.Pistons push past Kings with Hamilton benched
Tayshaun Prince scored 21 points, Rodney Stuckey added 19, and the Detroit Pistons beat the Sacramento Kings 110-106 Saturday night.McGrady injured as Pistons beat Kings (AP)
Tayshaun Prince scored 21 points, Rodney Stuckey added 19, and the Detroit Pistons beat the Sacramento Kings 110-106 Saturday night. The Kings scored 70 points in the first half, but failed to break 40 in the final two quarters. Will Bynum added 17 for Detroit, which had six players in double figures.
Injured Raptors G Barbosa out 1-2 weeks (AP)
Toronto Raptors guard Leandro Barbosa is expected to miss one to two weeks with a strained right hamstring. Coach Jay Triano said Barbosa will not play on the Raptors' five-game road trip, which began Saturday night at Washington. Barbosa was hurt in the final seconds of the first half of Friday night's loss to Detroit.
McGrady scores 22, Pistons beat Raptors (AP)
Tracy McGrady scored 22 points, Rodney Stuckey had 19 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Toronto Raptors 101-95 Friday night. Charlie Villanueva had 16 points and eight rebounds while rookie Greg Monroe scored 12 for the Pistons, who had lost five of their last six games. Chris Wilcox had 12 rebounds and four points.
Randolph, Gay power Grizzlies by Pistons (AP)
Zach Randolph had 34 points and 17 rebounds, Rudy Gay scored 26 points, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Detroit Pistons 107-99 on Wednesday night. The Pistons debuted a new starting lineup -- and benched Richard Hamilton. Ben Wallace (ankle) missed the game and was replaced by rookie Greg Monroe, while Tracy McGrady and Chris Wilcox came in for Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva.
Waiver Wire: Corey back in the house
Veteran Corey Maggette is currently making the most of his increased playing time in Milwaukee while rookie Greg Monroe is opening eyes in Detroit. Sergio Gonzalez touches on that in Playing the Waiver Wire.
Waiver Wire: Corey back in the house
Veteran Corey Maggette is currently making the most of his increased playing time in Milwaukee while rookie Greg Monroe is opening eyes in Detroit. Sergio Gonzalez touches on that in Playing the Waiver Wire.
Rose, Boozer combine for 56 in Bulls win (AP)
Derrick Rose scored 29 points and Carlos Boozer added 27 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 95-82 win over the Detroit Pistons on Monday night. Luol Deng added 17 points and eight rebounds for the Bulls, who have won seven straight home games. The Bulls erased Detroit's 12-point halftime lead midway through the third quarter behind Boozer.
Bulls top Pistons to remain hot at home
Derrick Rose scored 29 points and Carlos Boozer added 27 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 95-82 win over the Detroit Pistons on Monday night.
Nets 'advancing' on deal for Anthony (AP)
The Nets are closing in on a deal to bring Carmelo Anthony to New Jersey. Talks on a three-team trade with the Denver Nuggets and Detroit Pistons are "advancing," a person with knowledge of the discussions told The Associated Press on Sunday. The trade would reunite Chauncey Billups and Richard Hamilton in New Jersey along with Anthony, the person said on condition of anonymity because he...
Pistons outlast 76ers 112-109 in OT (AP)
Austin Daye made a tying 3-pointer with 3.5 seconds left in regulation and the Detroit Pistons went on to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 112-109 in overtime Saturday night. Detroit trailed by three when Philadelphia's Lou Williams missed two free throws with 6.2 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter.
Report: Major 'Melo in the works?
The New Jersey Nets' pursuit of Denver superstar Carmelo Anthony with Detroit entering the mix could result in the largest trade in NBA history under an incredibly complex proposal which is one of about 20 scenarios being considered, the New York Post reported Saturday.
Sources: Nets discussing three-way trade for Carmelo Anthony with Nuggets, Pistons
The New Jersey Nets' latest attempt to acquire Denver's Carmelo Anthony involves the Detroit Pistons.Sources: Nets discussing three-way trade for Carmelo Anthony with Nuggets, Pistons
The New Jersey Nets' latest attempt to acquire Denver's Carmelo Anthony involves the Detroit Pistons.Reports: Gores receives 30-day exclusive window to buy Pistons
Reports say Platinum Equity chairman Tom Gores has a 30-day exclusive window to buy the Detroit Pistons.Lakers bounce back with rout of Pistons (AP)
Pau Gasol scored 21 points and the Los Angeles Lakers finally found a sub.-500 team they could beat easily, winning 108-83 against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. Kobe Bryant added 17 points, moving him past Dominique Wilkins into 10th on the NBA's career scoring list with 26,671. Andrew Bynum finished with 13 points after scoring eight of the Lakers' first 14 points of the game.
Lakers cruise in win over Pistons
Pau Gasol scored 21 points and the Los Angeles Lakers finally found a sub.-500 team they could beat easily, winning 108-83 against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night.
Waiver Wire: T-Mac on the attack
A motivated Tracy McGrady is turning back the clock in Detroit while Keyon Dooling will get a chance to step up in the absence of Brandon Jennings. Sergio Gonzalez touches on that in Playing the Waiver Wire.
Waiver Wire: T-Mac on the attack
A motivated Tracy McGrady is turning back the clock in Detroit while Keyon Dooling will get a chance to step up in the absence of Brandon Jennings. Sergio Gonzalez touches on that in Playing the Waiver Wire.
Williams the difference as Jazz hold off Pistons
Deron Williams scored 22 points, including a pair of late free throws, as the Utah Jazz beat Detroit 102-97 on Monday night for their 11th straight victory over the Pistons.Jazz beat Pistons for 11th straight time (AP)
Deron Williams scored 22 points, including a pair of late free throws, as the Utah Jazz beat Detroit 102-97 on Monday night for their 11th straight victory over the Pistons. Raja Bell hit a 3-pointer and sank two free throws to give the Jazz a 100-97 lead with 17.9 seconds left. Tracy McGrady, starting in place of Rodney Stuckey, missed a 3-pointer and Al Jefferson grabbed the rebound to seal the...
Suns' reserves key victory over Pistons (AP)
The Phoenix Suns turned to defense to snap a four-game losing streak. Jared Dudley scored nine of his 19 points during a decisive run in the second quarter and the Suns held an opponent to a season-low scoring total in a 92-75 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. "I told the guys 'We are going to start judging our defense from this day forward,"' Suns coach Alvin Gentry...
Garnett injures leg in Celtics' loss (AP)
Kevin Garnett threw down an emphatic dunk, then grimaced before he even landed. With that, Boston's smooth run through this NBA season came to an end. Garnett left in the first quarter with a leg injury, and the Celtics looked ragged without him in a 104-92 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.
Garnett injures right leg as Celtics fall to Pistons
Kevin Garnett left in the first quarter with a leg injury, and the Boston Celtics looked ragged without him in a 104-92 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.Garnett injured as Pistons upset Celtics
Kevin Garnett left in the first quarter with a leg injury, and the Boston Celtics looked ragged without him in a 104-92 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.
Celtics' Garnett injures leg vs. Pistons
Kevin Garnett has left Boston's game at Detroit with a right leg injury.
Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett leaves game with right leg injury
Kevin Garnett has left Boston's game at Detroit with a right leg injury.Rajon Rondo, Rodney Stuckey both miss Celtics-Pistons game
Rajon Rondo will miss his sixth straight game for the Boston Celtics because of a sprained left ankle, sitting out Wednesday night at Detroit.Villanueva: No extra focus on Garnett (AP)
Charlie Villanueva insists he isn't fixated on his early season dustup with Kevin Garnett as Detroit prepares to host Boston again. Villanueva said shortly before Wednesday night's game he'd take the same approach he always does. The Detroit forward says it's just "another game" for him.
Bobcats hold off Pistons in Silas' debut (AP)
D.J. Augustin scored 27 points, Stephen Jackson added 23 and the new-look, uptempo Charlotte Bobcats held on to beat the Detroit Pistons 105-100 on Monday night to give interim coach Paul Silas a victory in his debut. With Silas using new combinations and forcing the pace after replacing the fired Larry Brown last week, the Bobcats built a 23-point lead and then nearly wasted it all.
New coach, new gameplan lead to Bobcats win
D.J. Augustin scored 27 points, Stephen Jackson added 23 and the new-look, uptempo Charlotte Bobcats held on to beat the Detroit Pistons 105-100 on Monday night to give interim coach Paul Silas a victory in his debut.Silas wins in Bobcats debut
D.J. Augustin scored 27 points, Stephen Jackson added 23 and the new-look, uptempo Charlotte Bobcats held on to beat the Detroit Pistons 105-100 on Monday night to give interim coach Paul Silas a victory in his debut.
Bulls tip Pistons in OT behind Boozer's 31 points
Carlos Boozer had 31 points and 11 rebounds, and Derrick Rose added 23 points and a career-high 12 rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Detroit Pistons 95-92 in overtime Sunday night.Boozer leads Bulls past Pistons in OT (AP)
Carlos Boozer had 31 points and 11 rebounds, and Derrick Rose added 23 points and a career-high 12 rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Detroit Pistons 95-92 in overtime Sunday night. Rose also had eight assists. Tayshaun Prince led Detroit with 17 points. Detroit sent the game to overtime when Charlie Villanueva tipped home a missed shot with 0.6 seconds left.
Boozer, Rose power Bulls in OT
Carlos Boozer had 31 points and 11 rebounds, and Derrick Rose added 23 points and a career-high 12 rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Detroit Pistons 95-92 in overtime Sunday night.
Hamilton's season-high 35 points carry Pistons
Richard Hamilton scored a season-high 35 points, Rodney Stuckey had 21 and the Detroit Pistons beat Toronto 115-93 on Wednesday night, snapping a five-game losing streak against the Raptors.Hamilton scores 35, Pistons rout Raptors (AP)
Richard Hamilton scored a season-high 35 points, Rodney Stuckey had 21 and the Detroit Pistons beat Toronto 115-93 on Wednesday night, snapping a five-game losing streak against the Raptors. The Pistons fell one point shy of matching a season high and ended an eight-game road skid, winning away from home for the first time since Nov.
Hornets' Green loses sister in car wreck
The sister of New Orleans Hornets basketball player Willie Green and her cousin were killed in a car accident early Monday morning after family members attended Green’s game against the Pistons in his native Detroit, the Detroit Free Press reported.
Sister, cousin of Hornets' Willie Green killed in Mich. crash
Authorities say the sister and cousin of New Orleans player Willie Green were killed in a Detroit-area crash a few hours after the Hornets lost to the Pistons. Relatives of Hornets' Green die in crash (AP)
The sister and cousin of New Orleans player Willie Green were killed early Monday when their sport utility vehicle sped from a Detroit area freeway and slammed into a tree a few hours after the Hornets' overtime loss to the Pistons at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Family members identified the victims as Tamara Green, 30, and Ben Green, 27, said Troy police Lt.
Banged-up Pistons outlast Hornets in overtime
Will Bynum's driving layup with 7.4 seconds left in overtime helped the Detroit Pistons to a 111-108 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Sunday night.Bynum helps Pistons beat Hornets in OT (AP)
For one night, Will Bynum and the Detroit Pistons overcame all their problems. Bynum's driving layup with 7.4 seconds left in overtime helped the injury-plagued Pistons to a 111-108 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Sunday night. Trailing by 10 at halftime -- and with several key players unavailable -- Detroit rallied for its third win in 12 games and rebounded from Friday's 21-point...
Detroit Pistons guards Richard Hamilton, Rodney Stuckey both out vs. New Orleans Hornets
The Detroit Pistons are without guards Richard Hamilton and Rodney Stuckey for Sunday night's game against New Orleans Hornets.Bynum's layup fuels Pistons to OT win
Will Bynum's driving layup with 7.4 seconds left in overtime helped the Detroit Pistons to a 111-108 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Sunday night.
Griffin carries Clips past Pistons for 1st road win
Blake Griffin had 24 points and 17 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers won their first road game of the season by beating the Detroit Pistons 109-88 on Friday night.Griffin leads Clips to first road win (AP)
Blake Griffin had 24 points and 17 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers won their first road game of the season by beating the Detroit Pistons 109-88 on Friday night. The Clippers hadn't won a road game since last March, a streak of 15 games, and were 0-11 this season. Ryan Gomes added 18 points for Los Angeles, while Charlie Villanueva led the Pistons with 18.
Pistons trounce Hawks, end 4-game skid (AP)
The Detroit Pistons had one of the biggest meltdowns in franchise history Saturday night. On Tuesday, they weren't going to let it happen again. In their first game since blowing a 25-point lead in an embarrassing loss to Toronto, the Pistons held off a third-quarter rally before pulling away for a 103-80 victory over the Atlanta Hawks.
Pistons snap four-game skid by pounding Hawks
Richard Hamilton scored 24 points and the Detroit Pistons ended a four-game losing streak with a 103-80 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night.Raptors stun Pistons with franchise-best rally
Jerryd Bayless matched a career high with 31 points and the Toronto Raptors pulled off the biggest comeback in franchise history, beating the Detroit Pistons 120-116 on Saturday night.Raptors' 25-point comeback a team record (AP)
Jerryd Bayless matched a career high with 31 points and the Toronto Raptors pulled off the biggest comeback in franchise history, beating the Detroit Pistons 120-116 on Saturday night. Toronto overcame a 25-point second-half deficit to end a four-game losing streak. The victory was just the Raptors' third of the season on the road.
Love has 27 and 18, Wolves beat Pistons (AP)
Kevin Love had 27 points and 18 rebounds and Darko Milicic blocked a career-high seven shots to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 109-99 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. Luke Ridnour had 20 points and 10 assists, scoring 11 in the fourth quarter to help the Wolves to just their sixth win of the season.
Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett seeks out Denver Nuggets coach George Karl to clarify cancer comments about Charlie Villanueva
Celtics forward Kevin Garnett sought out Denver Nuggets coach George Karl following Boston's 105-89 triumph Wednesday night at the TD Garden to clarify his use of "cancerous" to describe Detroit Pistons forward Charlie Villanueva earlier this season.Hornets win after NBA announces takeover (AP)
David West and the New Orleans Hornets didn't look at all distracted by the NBA's impending takeover of their team. West scored 25 points, Chris Paul had 14 assists and the Hornets won their first game since the league announced its planned purchase of the club, 93-74 over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.
Scola, Rockets ruin McGrady's return (AP)
The Houston Rockets have been working on playing better in the fourth quarter. The effort appears to be paying off. Luis Scola had 35 points and 12 rebounds Tuesday night to lead the Rockets to a 97-83 win over the Detroit Pistons, ruining Tracy McGrady's return to Houston. McGrady hit a 3-pointer with about eight minutes left to get the Pistons within one, but Houston scored the next seven...
Scola's monster night helps Rockets roll Pistons
Luis Scola had 35 points and 12 rebounds Tuesday night to lead the Rockets to a 97-83 win over the Detroit Pistons, ruining Tracy McGrady's return to Houston.Mike Ilitch mum on Detroit Pistons sale developments
Mike Ilitch is staying quiet about his quest to buy the Detroit Pistons.Hamilton, Pistons hand Cavs another rough loss
Richard Hamilton scored 27 points and Rodney Stuckey added 24 points and 11 assists to help the Detroit Pistons beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 102-92 on Sunday night.Reeling Cavaliers lose again at Pistons (AP)
Richard Hamilton scored 27 points and Rodney Stuckey added 24 points and 11 assists to help the Detroit Pistons beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 102-92 on Sunday night. Both teams came into the game off embarrassing performances. Cleveland lost its last two games by a combined 62 points, including the highly anticipated return of LeBron James.
Magic handle Pistons despite flu-stricken bench
Brandon Bass scored a career-high 27 points, and the Orlando Magic overcame a stomach virus that sidelined four key players to beat the Detroit Pistons 104-91 Friday night.Magic win without sick Howard, 3 others (AP)
Brandon Bass scored a career-high 27 points, and the Orlando Magic overcame a stomach virus that sidelined four key players to beat the Detroit Pistons 104-91 Friday night. Orlando was without star center Dwight Howard, and Jameer Nelson, J.J. Redick and Mickael Pietrus were also unavailable because of the stomach bug.
Bass carries Magic past Pistons on road
Brandon Bass scored a career-high 27 points, and the Orlando Magic overcame a stomach virus that sidelined four key players to beat the Detroit Pistons 104-91 Friday night.
Orlando Magic missing Dwight Howard, Mickael Pietrus, Jameer Nelson, J.J. Redick vs. Detroit Pistons
The Magic are without four players, including center Dwight Howard, because of a stomach virus that has left the team short-handed for its game against Detroit on Friday night.Howard, 3 Magic teammates out with virus (AP)
The Orlando Magic are without four players, including center Dwight Howard, because of a stomach virus that has left the team short-handed for its game against Detroit on Friday night. Howard and Mickael Pietrus will miss both this game and Orlando's game at Milwaukee on Saturday night. Guards Jameer Nelson and J.J.
Four Magic players miss game with virus
The Orlando Magic are without four players, including center Dwight Howard, because of a stomach virus that has left the team short-handed for its game against Detroit on Friday night.
Cleveland ready to rudely welcome James (AP)
Just when you thought there couldn't be any more hype surrounding the return of LeBron James to Cleveland on Thursday, President Obama added to the drama with a short, simple, and not-so-sweet description: "It's going to be brutal." Indeed, basketball fans nationwide have had Thursday circled on their calendars for weeks, as James and the Miami Heat prepared to meet the...
James, Heat dump Pistons in Cleveland tuneup
LeBron James scored 18 points in the final game before he heads back to Cleveland as an opponent, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh each added 16 and the Miami Heat rolled past the Detroit Pistons, 97-72 on Wednesday night.James, Heat cruise in Cleveland warm-up (AP)
The white message board in the Miami Heat locker room warned players about what awaits in Cleveland. "Snow. 20's," it said. The weather will be cold, the reception will be colder -- and LeBron James says he's up to the challenge. James scored 18 points, Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade each scored 16 and the Heat rolled past the Detroit Pistons 97-72 on Wednesday night, dominating the...
Magic keep rolling thanks to boost from bench
Mickael Pietrus scored 13 points, J.J. Redick had 10 points and the two reserves combined to help the Orlando Magic pull away for a 90-79 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night.Magic bench keys 90-79 win over Pistons (AP)
Mickael Pietrus scored 13 points, J.J. Redick had 10 points and the two reserves combined to help the Orlando Magic pull away for a 90-79 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. Rashard Lewis had 20 points, and Vince Carter added 13 in a win against a Detroit franchise that has caused Orlando headaches for years.
Bobcats' Jackson suspended 1 game by NBA (AP)
The NBA has suspended Charlotte Bobcats top scorer Stephen Jackson one game for verbally abusing an official and failing to leave the court in a timely manner following his ejection from Saturday's loss to Milwaukee. Tuesday's penalty comes less than a month after Jackson was fined $50,000 for making inappropriate comments to the officials after a loss in Detroit.
Detroit Pistons swingman Tracy McGrady said LeBron James should have chosen the Chicago Bulls
Tracy McGrady told the New York Daily News that LeBron James would have been better off going to the Chicago Bulls, and the reason why the Miami Heat are struggling is because James and Dwyane Wade both command the ball.Detroit Pistons swingman Tracy McGrady said LeBron James should have chosen the Chicago Bulls
Tracy McGrady told the New York Daily News that LeBron James would have been better off going to the Chicago Bulls, and the reason why the Miami Heat are struggling is because James and Dwyane Wade both command the ball.Stoudemire, Knicks rebound, top Pistons in 2OT
Amare Stoudemire had 37 points and 15 rebounds to help the New York Knicks beat the Detroit Pistons 125-116 in double overtime Sunday.Stoudemire's 37 and 15 power Knicks (AP)
Amare Stoudemire had 37 points and 15 rebounds to help the New York Knicks beat the Detroit Pistons 125-116 in double overtime Sunday. Raymond Felton added 23 points and 11 assists for the Knicks, while Tayshaun Prince led the Pistons with 31 points, including 21 in the fourth quarter and overtime. Rodney Stuckey scored 29 points for Detroit.
Amare nets 37 as Knicks survive in 2OT
Amare Stoudemire had 37 points and 15 rebounds to help the New York Knicks beat the Detroit Pistons 125-116 in double overtime Sunday.
Balanced attack helps Pistons knock off Bucks
Rodney Stuckey had 18 points and seven assists, Richard Hamilton contributed 15 points and nine assists and the Detroit Pistons beat the Milwaukee Bucks 103-89 on Friday night.Nowitzki puts up 42 as Mavs overcome Pistons
Dirk Nowitzki had a season-high 42 points with 12 rebounds, carrying the Dallas Mavericks to an 88-84 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night.Grizzlies pull away in 3rd, top Pistons (AP)
Zach Randolph had 21 points and 14 rebounds, Rudy Gay added 17 points, and the Memphis Grizzlies used a third-quarter spurt to beat the Detroit Pistons 105-84 on Wednesday night. Mike Conley and Darrell Arthur added 14 apiece for Memphis, which won its second straight and snapped Detroit's five-game road winning streak in the series.
Mayo not in Grizzlies' starting lineup (AP)
O.J. Mayo was dropped from the Memphis Grizzlies' starting lineup against Detroit on Wednesday night, the second straight game the guard has opened on the bench. After starting his first 177 games in the NBA, Mayo was held out of the starting lineup Saturday night in the Grizzlies' victory over the Miami Heat because he was late for the team's shootaround that day.
Grizz's Mayo dropped from starting lineup
O.J. Mayo was dropped from the Memphis Grizzlies' starting lineup against Detroit on Wednesday night, the second straight game the guard has opened on the bench.
Nowitzki has 42 and 12, Mavs top Pistons (AP)
Dirk Nowitzki had a season-high 42 points with 12 rebounds, carrying the Dallas Mavericks to an 88-84 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. Jason Terry added 16 points and Caron Butler contributed 11 points and eight rebounds to help the Mavericks to their fifth straight win over the Pistons.
Mavs edge Pistons on Dirk's 42
Dirk Nowitzki had a season-high 42 points with 12 rebounds, carrying the Dallas Mavericks to an 88-84 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night.
Wall sits again as Wizards fall in OT (AP)
Richard Hamilton scored 12 of his 27 points in overtime in the Detroit Pistons' 115-110 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night. Wizards rookie star John Wall missed his fourth straight game because of a sprained left foot. He was on the Wizards' active list, and coach Flip Saunders said before the game that he hoped to get a few minutes out of him, but Wall ended up watching in...
Lakers enjoy pleasant night in Detroit
Lakers enjoy pleasant night in Detroit (for once).
Lakers coast past Pistons behind Kobe
Kobe Bryant scored 33 points without playing in the fourth quarter, and the Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of Richard Hamilton's early ejection in a 103-90 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.
Bryant has 33 in 3 quarters, Lakers win (AP)
Kobe Bryant scored 33 points without playing in the fourth quarter, and the Los Angeles Lakers took advantage of Richard Hamilton's early ejection in a 103-90 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. Bryant scored 24 in the first half, helping the Lakers open a 14-point halftime lead, and the struggling Pistons allowed the first seven points of the third quarter to fall behind 66-45.
Pistons' Hamilton ejected after 2 techs (AP)
Detroit's Richard Hamilton has been ejected less than five minutes into the Pistons' game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Hamilton was called for his second foul with 7:01 left in the first quarter Wednesday night when Kobe Bryant tried a turnaround jumper from the baseline after trying to back Hamilton down.
Live: Kobe, Lakers continue road trip in Detroit
Warriors improve to 5-0 at home (AP)
Monta Ellis scored 24 of his 27 points in the first half and the Golden State Warriors remained undefeated at home despite losing nearly all of a 32-point, first-half advantage, beating the Detroit Pistons 101-97 on Monday night. Stephen Curry added 21 points as the Warriors improved to 5-0 at home, their best start since winning their first six of the 1990-91 season.
Warriors stave off Pistons, still perfect at home
Monta Ellis scored 24 of his 27 points in the first half and the Golden State Warriors remained undefeated at home despite losing nearly all of a 32-point, first-half advantage, beating the Detroit Pistons 101-97 on Monday night.Gordon's late 3 keys Pistons past reeling Kings
Rodney Stuckey scored 17 points and Ben Gordon hit a late 3 that sent the Detroit Pistons over Sacramento 100-94 Sunday, the Kings' fifth straight loss.Pistons extend Kings' losing streak to 5 (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 17 points and Ben Gordon hit a late 3 that sent the Detroit Pistons over Sacramento 100-94 Sunday, the Kings' fifth straight loss. The Pistons have won four of five after their 0-5 start. Gordon's 3-pointer from the corner put the Pistons ahead 99-94 with 23.9 seconds left.
Celts lead wire-to-wire, beat Heat again (AP)
New roster, same problem for the Miami Heat. They just can't find a way to beat the Boston Celtics. Ray Allen hit his first seven 3-point tries and finished with 35 points, Paul Pierce added 25 and the Celtics led wire-to-wire in a 112-107 win over Miami on Thursday night, beating the Heat for the second time this season and handing them a second straight home loss.
Roy insists knee fine after Blazers win (AP)
Brandon Roy insists he's fine, he only wants to manage his minutes with an eye on the long term. "I want to be a better Brandon Roy in February, rather than just holding on," Portland's three-time All-Star guard said. Roy raised eyebrows Tuesday night when he left Portland's 100-78 victory over the Detroit Pistons midway through the first quarter, retreating to the bench where...
Aldridge keys Blazers' rout of Pistons (AP)
LaMarcus Aldridge had 19 points and 17 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Pistons 100-78 on Tuesday night, ending Detroit's modest two-game winning streak. Nicolas Batum added 17 points for the Blazers, who led by as many as 25 points. Portland's three-time All-Star Brandon Roy raised eyebrows when he left for an extended period in the first half and iced his right leg.
Pistons hold off second-half surge, top Warriors
Richard Hamilton scored 27 points and Rodney Stuckey added 21 points and nine assists to help the Detroit Pistons beat the Golden State Warriors 102-97 on Sunday night. Hamilton, Stuckey pace balanced Pistons (AP)
Richard Hamilton scored 27 points and Rodney Stuckey added 21 points and nine assists to help the Detroit Pistons beat the Golden State Warriors 102-97 on Sunday night. The Pistons have now won two straight after losing their first five games of the season. Golden State, which hasn't lost in four home games, is now 0-2 on the road.
Heat's Big 3 still gaining chemistry (AP)
Using his own word, Chris Bosh has been "lost" on the court at times. So he sought out LeBron James to try and figure out why. On the plane flying back from New Orleans late Friday night, Bosh and James sat and talked about how they can best complement each other with the Miami Heat. Whatever was said in that chat seemed to help, as Miami's "Big 3" of Bosh, Wade and Dwyane...
Big 3 power Heat by slumping Nets (AP)
Terrance Williams sent LeBron James into the stands -- and into overdrive. Just like that, a close game turned into a Miami Heat runaway. Dwyane Wade had 29 points and 10 rebounds, James scored 14 of his 23 points in the third quarter -- seven in the last 32 seconds after getting flagrantly fouled by Williams -- and the Heat rolled past New Jersey 101-89 on Saturday night for their second easy win...
Bobcats' Stephen Jackson fined $50,000 for verbal abuse
The NBA has fined Charlotte Bobcats guard Stephen Jackson $50,000 for verbal abusing a referee after Friday's loss to Detroit.Bobcats G Jackson fined $50,000 (AP)
The NBA has fined Charlotte Bobcats guard Stephen Jackson $50,000 for verbal abusing a referee after Friday's loss to Detroit. Jackson was hit with a technical foul by referee Steve Javie late in the third quarter, complaining he was fouled on a made basket. The fine is for his actions after the game, which were not explained by the league.
Jackson fined $50K for abusing ref
The NBA has fined Charlotte Bobcats guard Stephen Jackson $50,000 for verbal abusing a referee after Friday's loss to Detroit.
Gordon, Prince lead Pistons to first win (AP)
John Kuester was running out of ideas to fix a Detroit Pistons season that was quickly falling apart. On Friday night, found one that worked. Kuester benched rebellious guard Rodney Stuckey, started Tracy McGrady at the point and watched the Pistons win their first of the season, 97-90 over the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday night.
Gordon, Prince lead Pistons to first win (AP)
Ben Gordon scored 20 points and Tayshaun Prince had 14 to lead the Detroit Pistons to their first win of the season, 97-90 over the Charlotte Bobcats on Friday night. Detroit (1-5) was off to its worst start since going 0-7 in 1980, but never trailed against the Bobcats. Charlotte fell to 1-4. With Rodney Stuckey benched after ignoring head coach John Kuester during Wednesday's loss in Atlanta,...
Hawks' Williams to miss at least 1 game (AP)
Atlanta Hawks forward Marvin Williams is not traveling with the team for Friday night's game at Minnesota after injuring his right knee in Wednesday night's win over Detroit. The Hawks say Williams' knee will be examined on Thursday afternoon. Williams left Wednesday night's game in the fourth quarter after landing hard on his right knee in a battle with Greg Monroe for a loose...
Atlanta Hawks forward Marvin Williams won't travel to Minnesota after injuring right knee
Hawks forward Marvin Williams is not traveling with the team for Friday night's game at Minnesota after injuring his right knee in Wednesday night's win over Detroit.'KG called me a cancer patient'
Following the Pistons loss to the Celtics Tuesday night at The Palace of Auburn Hills, Detroit forward Charlie Villanueva appeared to have used Twitter to accuse Boston's Kevin Garnett of calling him a "cancer patient"
Unbeaten Hawks rally by winless Pistons (AP)
Al Horford had six straight points in an 18-4 run to finish the game and the undefeated Atlanta Hawks beat the winless Detroit Pistons 94-85 on Wednesday night. Josh Smith had 22 points and 11 rebounds as the Hawks (5-0) remained the only unbeaten team in the Eastern Conference. Ben Gordon had 22 points but it wasn't enough for Detroit.
Villanueva: KG called me cancer patient (AP)
Boston coach Doc Rivers feels what is said on the court should be left on the court. Detroit's Charlie Villanueva took it to Twitter on Tuesday night, writing on his account that Kevin Garnett called him a "cancer patient" during Boston's 109-86 road win. Villanueva suffers from alopecia universalis, a medical condition that results in hair loss.
Atlanta Hawks' Jamal Crawford (turf toe injury) won't play vs. Detroit Pistons
Hawks guard Jamal Crawford has a turf toe injury and is sitting out against the Pistons.Hawks G Crawford held out vs. Pistons (AP)
Hawks guard Jamal Crawford has a turf toe injury and is sitting out against the Detroit Pistons. Crawford injured his right foot in Atlanta's win at Cleveland on Tuesday night. He was unable to put on his shoe Wednesday and was ruled out of that night's game. Crawford, chosen as the NBA's Sixth Man of the year last season, is averaging 15.8 points per game.
Celts romp 109-86, send Pistons to 0-4 (AP)
Paul Pierce stood in the corner with the ball and paused a little longer than he needed to, as if daring the Detroit Pistons to come out and guard him. Then he calmly made another open shot to give Boston a 20-point lead. It was that kind of night for the Celtics. Even without Shaquille O'Neal, Boston rolled past Detroit 109-86 on Tuesday night, executing its offense brilliantly against the...
Celts romp 109-86, send Pistons to 0-4 (AP)
Rajon Rondo had nine points and 17 assists to lead the Boston Celtics to a 109-86 rout of the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. Kevin Garnett scored 22 points and Paul Pierce added 21 for Boston, which won easily despite Shaquille O'Neal's absence because of a bruised knee. The Celtics hardly missed him against the undersized Pistons, who are off to their first 0-4 start since November...
Celtics' O'Neal, Pistons' Hamilton out (AP)
Shaquille O'Neal and Richard Hamilton are both out of the lineup for Boston's game at Detroit. O'Neal didn't make the trip for the Celtics. He had missed two straight practices since bruising his right knee against New York on Friday. Hamilton had a sore right foot, and Ben Gordon took his place in the starting lineup Tuesday night.
Boston Celtics' Shaquille O'Neal misses practice again; Jermaine O'Neal will play
Shaquille O'Neal missed his second straight practice on Monday with a knee bruise suffered late in Friday's game against the Knicks. He likely will miss Tuesday's game in Detroit.Shaq likely out vs. Pistons on Tuesday (AP)
Shaquille O'Neal missed his second straight practice on Monday with a knee bruise suffered late in Friday's game against the Knicks. He likely will miss Tuesday's game in Detroit. "I doubt if he plays, but we'll see," coach Doc Rivers said. "If he has a chance, he'll make the trip." O'Neal instead spent the time in the swimming pool with fellow injured big...
Rose's 39 help Bulls rally from 21 down (AP)
Derrick Rose matched a career high with 39 points and the Chicago Bulls staged a big rally to beat the Detroit Pistons 101-91 on Saturday night. Chicago trailed by 21 early in the third quarter and was still down 86-73 about three minutes into the fourth when it went on a 19-2 run to pull out a dramatic win in the home opener.
Hamstring injury sidelines Pistons' Will Bynum again
The Detroit Pistons have ruled out point guard Will Bynum for the second straight game because of a hamstring injury.Hamstring keeps Pistons' Bynum out
The Detroit Pistons have ruled out point guard Will Bynum for the second straight game because of a hamstring injury.
Thunder win on Green's late layup (AP)
The Oklahoma City Thunder showed Friday night they have other options when Kevin Durant is covered during a tight game. Jeff Green made a layup with 2.5 seconds left, lifting Oklahoma City to a 105-104 win over the Detroit Pistons. "Everybody in the gym thought KD was going to get the ball," Detroit's Ben Gordon said.
Green lifts Thunder past Pistons with late layup
Jeff Green made a layup with 2.5 seconds left, lifting the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 105-104 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night.Thunder win on Green's late layup (AP)
Jeff Green made a layup with 2.5 seconds left, lifting the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 105-104 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. The Pistons were out of timeouts at the end of the game and failed to attempt a shot. Charlie Villanueva made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 7.5 seconds left, but Detroit's defense allowed the Thunder to make one too many easy shots with the game on the line.
Detroit Pistons guard Will Bynum to sit out against Oklahoma City Thunder
Point guard Will Bynum has been ruled out for Detroit's game against Oklahoma City due to a hamstring injury.Detroit Pistons PG Will Bynum sits out against Oklahoma City Thunder
Point guard Will Bynum has been ruled out for Detroit's game against Oklahoma City due to a hamstring injury.Hamstring sidelines Pistons PG Bynum (AP)
Point guard Will Bynum has been ruled out for Detroit's game against Oklahoma City due to a hamstring injury. Bynum, the Pistons' only true point guard, injured his right hamstring during the preseason, and aggravated the injury in Wednesday's season-opening loss to New Jersey. With Bynum out, starting small forward Tayshaun Prince will serve as the backup point guard behind Rodney...
Morrow scores late to seal Nets' rally vs. Pistons
Anthony Morrow hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 26 seconds to play and the New Jersey Nets gave Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov a win in his first game as their owner with a 101-98 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.Prokhorov watches Nets rally by Pistons (AP)
This certainly wasn't the same old New Jersey Nets. New owner, new coach, new building, new roster and something totally different, a win to kick off the season. Anthony Morrow hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 26 seconds to play and the Nets gave Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov a win in his first game as their owner, 101-98 over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.
Prokhorov watches Nets rally by Pistons (AP)
Anthony Morrow hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 26 seconds to play and the New Jersey Nets gave Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov a win in his first game as their owner with a 101-98 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. The Nets outscored the Pistons 13-3 in the final 1:40 to give Avery Johnson a win in his first game as coach -- coming much quicker than last season, when they set...
PF Daye earns starting spot for Pistons (AP)
Austin Daye has earned a starting job with the Detroit Pistons. Coach John Kuester said Monday he expects to start the 6-foot-11, 200-pound Daye at power forward. Detroit opens its season at New Jersey on Wednesday night. Daye averaged 5.1 points per game last season as a rookie, but the Gonzaga product was impressive this preseason, playing more minutes than anyone on the team and averaging 15.9...
Austin Daye of Detroit Pistons earns starting power forward position
Austin Daye has earned a starting job with the Detroit Pistons.Grizzlies beat Pistons to finish perfect preseason
Lionel Hollins didn't want to care about Friday night's preseason game between his Memphis Grizzlies and the Detroit Pistons.In the end, he couldn't help himself.
Grizzlies improve to 6-0 in preseason (AP)
Sam Young's three-point play with 22 seconds left gave the Memphis Grizzlies a 106-103 preseason victory over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. Young then blocked DaJuan Summers' attempt at a game-tying 3-pointer in the final seconds keeping the Grizzlies (6-0) undefeated in the preseason.
David Stern says Detroit Pistons might have 'interested' buyer
NBA Commissioner David Stern is optimistic the sale of the Detroit Pistons will be complete soon.Stuckey's 34 lift Pistons over Wizards (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 34 points -- the most by any player this NBA preseason -- and Charlie Villanueva added 19 to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 98-92 victory over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night. LeBron James scored 33 points Monday night in Miami's 102-96 loss to Charlotte. The Pistons (3-4) led for the majority of the second half and built their biggest lead at 10 points on two free...
Bobcats earn first preseason win (AP)
Tyrus Thomas scored 10 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter and the Charlotte Bobcats won for the first time in five exhibition games this season, beating the Detroit Pistons 97-94 on Saturday night. It wasn't easy for the Bobcats. They gave up a three-point play to Detroit's Rodney Stuckey with 18.3 seconds left, then had to take two timeouts to get the ball inbounds ahead by one with...
Novak powers Mavericks to win against Pistons
Steve Novak scored 17 points to help the Dallas Mavericks beat the Detroit Pistons 101-96 on Wednesday night in an exhibition game at Van Andel Arena.Daye shows potential as ailing Pistons tip Hawks
Last season, Jonas Jerebko played everything from point guard to center for the Pistons, but he tore his Achilles' tendon last week, yet Detroit thinks its found his replacement in Austin Daye.Daye impresses as Pistons beat Hawks (AP)
The Detroit Pistons lost one of the NBA's most versatile players to injury in the first game of the exhibition season. They think they might have found a replacement. Last season, Jonas Jerebko played everything from point guard to center for the Pistons, but he tore his Achilles' tendon last week in Miami and is expected to miss most of the regular season.
Stuckey, Monroe lead Pistons over Hawks (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 16 points and rookie Greg Monroe added 15 points and seven rebounds to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 94-85 preseason victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night. Rookie Jordan Crawford, a Detroit native, led the Hawks with 20 points. After a slow start, the Hawks (0-2) got back into the game with a 32-point second quarter.
Suns waive veteran G Atkins (AP)
The Phoenix Suns lowered their preseason roster to 16 players Monday by waiving guard Chucky Atkins. Atkins, an 11-year NBA veteran, signed with Phoenix on Sept. 27 after playing last season with the Detroit Pistons. He played in three preseason games for the Suns and averaged one point and 1.7 assists.
Gordon, Daye lead Pistons by Bucks in OT (AP)
Austin Daye scored 21 points, Ben Gordon added 19 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Milwaukee Bucks 115-110 in overtime Friday night. Brandon Jennings, Chris Douglas-Roberts and Ersan Ilyasova all had 18 for the Bucks. Milwaukee led 77-72 going into the fourth quarter, but the Pistons answered with a 18-5 run to start the period.
Pistons' Richard Hamilton, Tracy McGrady out against Bucks
Richard Hamilton and Tracy McGrady will both miss the Detroit Pistons' preseason game Friday against Milwaukee.Pistons' Jerebko tore Achilles' tendon
The Detroit Pistons were hit hard by injuries in their first preseason game.
Detroit Pistons lose Jonas Jerebko, Terrico White to leg injuries
Detroit forward Jonas Jerebko tore his right Achilles' tendon and guard Terrico White broke his right foot in Tuesday's night exhibition in Miami.Pistons F Jerebko tears Achilles' tendon (AP)
The Detroit Pistons were hit hard by injuries in their first preseason game. Detroit forward Jonas Jerebko tore his right Achilles' tendon and guard Terrico White broke his right foot in Tuesday's night exhibition in Miami. The team didn't know Wednesday afternoon how long Jerebko and White would be out because both were being evaluated by doctors.
Report: Mike Ilitch to purchase Detroit Pistons
A person involved with the process says the Detroit Pistons have decided to sell the NBA team to Tigers and Red Wings owner Mike Ilitch.Wade hurt as James, Bosh debut for Heat (AP)
LeBron James and Chris Bosh combined for 38 points in their Miami preseason debuts, as the Heat easily beat the Detroit Pistons 105-89 on Tuesday in the preseason opener for both teams. The Heat lost Dwyane Wade 3:17 into the game with a strained right hamstring. He did not return. So the night of great fanfare was marred for the Heat, not long after the team with championship aspirations saw the...
Pistons to be sold to Ilitch (AP)
The Detroit Pistons have decided to sell the team to Tigers and Red Wings owner Mike Ilitch, a person involved with the process said Tuesday. The person, who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because of a confidentiality agreement, said both sides were negotiating financial terms.
Report: Pistons to sell team to Ilitch
The Detroit Pistons have decided to sell the team to Tigers and Red Wings owner Mike Ilitch, a person involved with the process said Tuesday.
Injury sits Wade as LeBron, Heat scorch Pistons
Dwyane Wade left with a strained hamstrong three minutes into the game and LeBron James and Chris Bosh combined for 38 points in their exhibition debuts, and the Heat easily beat the Detroit Pistons 105-89 in the preseason opener for both teams.Wade hurt as Heat win preseason opener
LeBron James and Chris Bosh combined for 38 points in their Miami preseason debuts, and the Heat easily beat the Detroit Pistons 105-89 on Tuesday night in the exhibition opener for both teams.
Dwyane Wade strains hamstring as Miami Heat open preseason
Dwyane Wade lasted only 3 minutes, 17 seconds for the Miami Heat in their exhibition opener against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night before leaving with a strained right hamstring.Miami Heat open preseason Tuesday against Detroit Pistons
When the Miami Heat open the preseason at home against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday, it'll mark the first time James will play before 19,000 or so of his newest fans. Buzz high for Heat's preseason opener (AP)
It's a preseason game, so it doesn't count. Except, perhaps, to LeBron James. When the Miami Heat open the preseason at home against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday, it'll mark the first time James will play before 19,000 or so of his newest fans. Predictably, there's a higher-than-usual level of interest, especially after a summer where Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh and James decided to...
New Piston Tracy McGrady feeling healthy after arriving in Detroit
Tracy McGrady says he feels healthy and at ease after knee problems ruined his last two seasons.Pistons owner hopes to sell before season starts
Detroit Pistons owner Karen Davidson said she's still hopeful a deal to sell the team can be done by the opening game in late October.Raptors add F Dupree for training camp (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have signed forward Ronald Dupree to a non-guaranteed contract before the start of training camp. The 6-foot-7 Dupree played for the Raptors during the 2010 Las Vegas Summer League, averaging 10.0 points and 4.0 rebounds to help Toronto to a 5-0 record. Dupree has played 154 NBA games with Chicago, Detroit, Minnesota and Seattle, averaging 3.6 points and 2.2 rebounds.
Tracy McGrady ready to revive career with Detroit Pistons
Tracy McGray is hoping that his free-agent deal with the Detroit Pistons will help him prove to the NBA that he's not an old, broken-down player.Detroit Pistons sign second-rounder Terrico White
The Detroit Pistons have signed Terrico White to a two-year contract.Pistons sign 2nd-round pick White (AP)
The Detroit Pistons have signed Terrico White to a two-year contract. The team announced the signing Friday. White's salary will be $475,000 this season as a rookie and the second year of the deal is not guaranteed. Detroit drafted the Mississippi guard in the second round with the 36th pick overall in June.
Detroit Pistons ownership: Multiple buyers interested in team
The company that runs the Detroit Pistons says there has been serious interest from multiple potential buyers.Several buyers interested in Pistons (AP)
The company that runs the Detroit Pistons says there has been serious interest from multiple potential buyers. Palace Sports and Entertainment says in a statement Wednesday that it is "pleased at the level" of interest in the NBA team and its related Detroit-area entertainment venues. Mike Ilitch, the Little Caesars pizza mogul who already owns the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings,...
McGrady, Pistons agree to 1-year deal (AP)
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that Tracy McGrady has agreed to terms of a one-year contract with the Detroit Pistons. The person, who spoke Tuesday on the condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been announced, says McGrady will play for $1.3 million this season.
Ilitch interested in buying Pistons
Mike Ilitch, the owner of the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings says he wants to buy the NBA's Detroit Pistons.
Mike Ilitch, owner of Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings, wants to buy Detroit Pistons
Mike Ilitch, the owner of the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings says he wants to buy the NBA's Pistons.Ilitch says he wants to buy Pistons (AP)
Mike Ilitch, the owner of the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings says he wants to buy the NBA's Detroit Pistons. Ilitch said Monday he is interested in purchasing the basketball team in part because he fears the area could lose it if an out-of-town buyer comes forward. Ilitch says he notified the Pistons on Monday.
Sources: Detroit Pistons considering signing Tracy McGrady
The Detroit Pistons are seriously weighing whether to sign the two-time scoring champion after McGrady's recent flirtation with the Chicago Bulls, according to sources with knowledge of Detroit's thinking.Pistons re-sign Wallace to two-year deal
The Detroit Pistons have re-signed center Ben Wallace to a two-year contract worth $1.9 million per season.
NBA Free Agents: Ben Wallace re-signs with Detroit Pistons for two years, $3.8 million
The Detroit Pistons have re-signed center Ben Wallace to a two-year contract worth $1.9 million per season.Detroit Pistons, Will Bynum agree on three-year, $10.5 million deal
The Pistons have struck a deal to re-sign bench sparkplug Will Bynum.Ben Wallace set to sign 2-year deal
Ben Wallace says he'll soon sign a two-year contract with the Detroit Pistons.
Pistons' Wallace set to sign 2-year deal (AP)
Ben Wallace says he'll sign a two-year contract soon with the Detroit Pistons. Wallace told The Associated Press on Sunday he heard from a lot of teams, but agreed to a two-year deal about a week ago because he wants to retire with the Pistons. He'll make $1.9 million each season. Pistons president Joe Dumars said on the first day of free agency that the team's first order of business...
2010 NBA free agency: Ben Wallace set to re-sign with Detroit Pistons for two years
Ben Wallace says he'll sign a two-year contract soon with the Detroit Pistons.Detroit Pistons sign first-round draft pick Greg Monroe
The Detroit Pistons have signed first-round draft pick Greg Monroe.Pistons sign 1st-round pick Monroe (AP)
The Detroit Pistons have signed first-round draft pick Greg Monroe. Terms were not disclosed Tuesday. The 6-foot-11-inch Monroe averaged 16.1 points, 9.6 rebounds and 1.5 blocks in 34 games as a sophomore for Georgetown last season. He was the Big East Rookie of the Year as a freshman. The Pistons drafted the New Orleans native with the seventh overall selection in the NBA draft.
New Jersey Nets interested in Detroit Pistons' Joe Dumars for GM post
The New Jersey Nets are interested in hiring Detroit Pistons GM Joe Dumars to be their new GM, according to an NBA source.Raptors give Amir Johnson 5 years, $34M (AP)
Forward Amir Johnson has agreed to a five-year contract to stay with the Toronto Raptors. Agent Kevin Bradbury says Thursday the deal is for $34 million. The 6-foot-9 Johnson played in all 82 games last season, averaging 6.2 points. He spent his first four seasons in Detroit after the Pistons picked him out of high school late in the second round of the 2005 draft.
Isiah Thomas: James should go to Knicks (AP)
Former New York Knicks coach Isiah Thomas thinks LeBron James should continue his career in the Big Apple. James, who has played his first seven years with the Cleveland Cavaliers, officially becomes a free agent on July 1. Thomas, who led the Detroit Pistons to two NBA titles and is in the Hall of Fame, said New York offers the biggest stage and would provide James with his greatest challenge.
Villanueva charged with domestic assault
Detroit Pistons forward Charlie Villanueva faces a charge of domestic assault after a May 19 incident in Burlington, Ontario.
Detroit Pistons' Charlie Villanueva charged with domestic assault
Detroit Pistons forward Charlie Villanueva faces a charge of domestic assault after a May 19 incident in Burlington, Ontario. Pistons' Villanueva charged with assault (AP)
Detroit Pistons forward Charlie Villanueva faces a charge of domestic assault after a May 19 incident in Burlington, Ontario. The 25-year-old Villanueva was released by Halton Regional Police on a promise to appear in court on July 9. The name of complainant and other details about the incident weren't available Tuesday.
Pistons want to rebuild softened roster (AP)
Joe Dumars knows what went wrong with the Detroit Pistons last season. Now he just has to find a way to fix it. Detroit finished 27-55 -- its worst record since 1994 -- and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2001. "Any time you don't have the season you expect, there is going to be disappointment," Dumars said Tuesday in his annual postseason meeting with the media.
Joe Dumars hopes to build tougher Detroit Pistons team
Joe Dumars knows what went wrong with the Detroit Pistons last season. Now he just has to find a way to fix it.Minnesota Timberwolves name Tony Ronzone assistant general manager
Minnesota Timberwolves president David Kahn named former Detroit Pistons executive Tony Ronzone as Minnesota's assistant general manager/player personnel on Monday.Philadelphia 76ers interview Bill Laimbeer for vacant coaching job
Former Detroit player Bill Laimbeer met with the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday in Dallas to discuss the team's vacant coaching job.Ben Gordon of Detroit Pistons has surgery to remove bone spurs from left ankle
Detroit Pistons guard Ben Gordon has undergone surgery to remove bone spurs from his left ankle.Pistons G Gordon has ankle surgery (AP)
Detroit Pistons guard Ben Gordon has undergone successful surgery to remove bone spurs from his left ankle. The team said Wednesday that Gordon's ankle will be placed in a cast for three weeks and rehabilitation will begin immediately following its removal. The procedure was performed at St. Joseph's Mercy Hospital in the Detroit suburb of Pontiac.
Pistons to keep Kuester as coach despite missing playoffs
The president of basketball operations for the Detroit Pistons says John Kuester will be back to coach the team next season.
Pistons' Dumars says Kuester to return (AP)
The president of basketball operations for the Detroit Pistons says John Kuester will be back to coach the team next season. Detroit won its final game of the season Wednesday to finish with a 27-55 record in Kuester's first year as an NBA coach. The Pistons missed the playoffs for the first time since 2001.
Detroit Pistons coach John Kuester to return next season, team president Joe Dumars says
The president of basketball operations for the Detroit Pistons says John Kuester will be back to coach the team next season.Ben Gordon out for Detroit Pistons, Jonny Flynn for Minnesota Timberwolves
Ben Gordon missed the Pistons' season finale against the Timberwolves because of personal reasons.Toronto snaps 4-game skid; half-game from 8th
Andrea Bargnani had 33 points, Amir Johnson scored a career-high 26 and the Toronto Raptors improved their playoff prospects by snapping a five-game losing streak with a 111-97 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Monday night.Raptors get key win for playoff hopes (AP)
Andrea Bargnani had 33 points, Amir Johnson scored a career-high 26 and the Toronto Raptors improved their playoff prospects by snapping a five-game losing streak with a 111-97 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Monday night. Toronto moved within a half-game of the Bulls for the final postseason spot in the Eastern Conference.
Detroit Pistons to cut ticket prices next season by 10 to 50 percent
The Detroit Pistons say they're cutting ticket prices for next season by 10 percent to 50 percent.Pistons to slash ticket prices (AP)
The Detroit Pistons say they're cutting ticket prices for next season by 10 percent to 50 percent. The Pistons on Monday cited the difficult economic conditions in Michigan and say it's the biggest across-the-board price cut in team history. Through Sunday, Detroit was 26-54 on the season, 34 1/2 games behind the Central-leading Cleveland Cavaliers.
Bobcats use Hughes, depth to hold off Pistons
Larry Hughes scored 18 points, D.J. Augustin hit the go-ahead jumper with just over a minute left, and the Charlotte Bobcats used their depth to hold off the Detroit Pistons 99-95 on Saturday night.Bobcats use depth to hold off Pistons (AP)
Larry Hughes scored 18 points, D.J. Augustin hit the go-ahead jumper with just over a minute left, and the Charlotte Bobcats used their depth to hold off the Detroit Pistons 99-95 on Saturday night. Gerald Wallace and Stephen Jackson added 14 points apiece and Augustin had 13 for the Bobcats, who improved to 31-9 at home and kept their slim hopes alive for overtaking Miami for the sixth seed in the...
Charlotte Bobcats forward Stephen Jackson returns to lineup Pistons
Charlotte Bobcats leading scorer Stephen Jackson is in the starting lineup against Detroit after sitting out a game to rest his sore right hamstring.Bobcats' Jackson to play against Pistons (AP)
Charlotte Bobcats leading scorer Stephen Jackson says he'll play against Detroit after sitting out a game to rest his sore right hamstring. Jackson said before Saturday's game that he was feeling "a lot better" after missing Friday's loss in Houston. Jackson has also been slowed by elbow, hand and ankle injuries.
Pistons snap Heat's 9-game win streak (AP)
Ben Gordon scored 26 of his 39 points in the second half, Tayshaun Prince added 28 points, seven assists and six rebounds, and the Detroit Pistons beat Miami 106-99 on Friday night, snapping a nine-game Heat winning streak that had been the NBA's longest current run. Charlie Villanueva scored 11 and Will Bynum had 10 for the Pistons, who won their third straight despite playing without guards...
Gordon's 39 help Pistons stop streaking Heat
Ben Gordon scored 26 of his 39 points in the second half and the Detroit Pistons beat Miami 106-99 on Friday night, snapping a nine-game Heat winning streak that had been the NBA's longest current run.Pistons without Hamilton, Stuckey (AP)
Guards Rodney Stuckey and Richard Hamilton were sidelined for the Detroit Pistons on Friday night against the Miami Heat. Stuckey injured his ribs in a win over Atlanta on Wednesday, while Hamilton has been bothered by ankle problems. They were joined by Chris Wilcox, who has a sore hamstring. Detroit did have Tayshaun Prince available Friday, after he sat out the previous game for personal reasons.
Injury-riddled Pistons stun Hawks 90-88 (AP)
Ben Gordon scored 22 points and made two key defensive plays in the final minute, leading the injury-riddled Detroit Pistons to a 90-88 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night. The win came one night after the Pistons snapped an 11-game losing streak in Philadelphia. Detroit had lost 18 of its previous 20, dating to Feb.
Personal reasons keep Detroit Pistons forward Tayshaun Prince out vs. Atlanta Hawks
Detroit forward Tayshaun Prince missed the Pistons' game Wednesday night against Atlanta for personal reasons, according to coach John Kuester.Pistons rip Sixers to end 11-game skid (AP)
Charlie Villanueva scored 25 points, Rodney Stuckey added 24 and the short-handed Detroit Pistons snapped an 11-game losing streak with a 124-103 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night. Ben Wallace added a season-high 18 points, Tayshaun Prince had 14 and Ben Gordon 13 for the Pistons (24-53), who won for only the eighth time on the road this season.
Hawks win 10th straight at home (AP)
Jamal Crawford scored 29 points, Al Horford added 20 points and 14 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Detroit Pistons 91-85 on Saturday night for their 10th straight home victory. The Hawks also handed Detroit its 11th straight loss, the Pistons' worst run since dropping 13 in a row Dec. 15-Jan.
Hawks down Pistons for 10th straight home win
Jamal Crawford scored 29 points, Al Horford added 20 points and 14 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Detroit Pistons 91-85 on Saturday night for their 10th straight home victory.Atlanta Hawks guard Joe Johnson out with sprained thumb
Atlanta guard Joe Johnson missed the Hawks' game Saturday night against Detroit because of a sprained right thumb.Hawks G Johnson sits with sprained thumb (AP)
Atlanta guard Joe Johnson missed the Hawks' game Saturday night against Detroit because of a sprained right thumb. Johnson, the Hawks' leading scorer since joining the team in a 2005 sign-and-trade deal with Phoenix, injured his right hand in a victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night.
Cavaliers beat Hawks for 60th win (AP)
LeBron James was stumped. Asked if he could name the other eight NBA franchises to post consecutive 60-win seasons, James struggled as he attempted to rattle them off. "The Bulls, for sure," he said. "Boston. The Lakers. Detroit?" James didn't know them all. He was certain of the latest one, though.
Suns ride Amare to 10th straight win (AP)
The Phoenix Suns have won 10 straight games, have 50 victories this season, and still might not get home-court advantage in the first round. Suns coach Alvin Gentry isn't sure what else his team can do. The Suns (50-26) shot 56 percent from the floor and moved their winning streak to double figures Friday night with a 109-94 victory over the Detroit Pistons.
Stoudemire leads Suns to 10th straight victory
Amare Stoudemire scored 27 points on 13-of-15 shooting, and the Phoenix Suns won their 10th straight with a 109-94 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night.Beasley breaks out of slump, Heat down Pistons
Michael Beasley snapped out of a slump with 28 points and nine rebounds as the Miami Heat won their sixth straight, beating the Detroit Pistons 98-81 Wednesday night.Bulls complete season sweep of Pistons (AP)
Flip Murray scored 23 points, Derrick Rose added 19 points and nine assists, and the Chicago Bulls beat the hapless Detroit Pistons 110-103 on Sunday night. The Pistons have lost eight straight and 15 of 17. The victory gave the Bulls, who are seven games under .500 against the rest of the NBA, their first season sweep of Detroit since the Michael Jordan-led team that won 72 games in 1995-96.
Nets won't finish as NBA's worst ever (AP)
The New Jersey Nets eliminated any chance of finishing with the worst record in NBA history, beating the Detroit Pistons 115-107 on Friday night. Brook Lopez had a career-high 37 points and Yi Jianlian had a career-best 31 to lead the Nets to their ninth win. For the first time this season, the Nets have won two consecutive games.
Nets avoid breaking NBA's worst record with win
The New Jersey Nets eliminated any chance of finishing with the worst record in NBA history, beating the Detroit Pistons 115-107 on Friday night.Pistons' 8-year playoff streak to end (AP)
Danny Granger scored 32 points and the Indiana Pacers snapped a nine-game road losing streak with a 98-83 victory over the Detroit Pistons Tuesday night. Indiana is just 20-46 against the rest of the NBA, but beat Detroit in all four meetings this season -- the first time the Pacers swept a season series with the Pistons.
Cavaliers earn rare season sweep of Pistons
J.J. Hickson and Anthony Parker combined for 20 points in the decisive third quarter and Cleveland beat Detroit 104-79 on Sunday to give the Cavaliers their first season sweep of the Pistons in 30 years.Cavs finish rare season sweep of Pistons (AP)
J.J. Hickson and Anthony Parker combined for 20 points in the decisive third quarter and Cleveland beat Detroit 104-79 on Sunday to give the Cavaliers their first season sweep of the Pistons in 30 years. Cleveland held a double-digit lead most of the game, although the Pistons cut it to 55-47 on a basket by Jonas Jerebko with 10 minutes left in the third quarter.
Granger's 29 lift Pacers past Pistons (AP)
A couple of bleary-eyed days couldn't knock Danny Granger off his game. The Indiana forward returned from a right cheek injury Friday night, making three critical free throws late and finishing with 29 points to help the Pacers get beat the Detroit Pistons 106-102. On Wednesday, the Pacers said Granger was out indefinitely.
Granger back with 29 points as Pacers survive
Danny Granger scored 29 points in his return from a cheek injury, and Troy Murphy had 20 points in the Indiana Pacers 106-102 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night.Detroit Pistons will closely monitor Rodney Stuckey's return
Detroit coach John Kuester said guard Rodney Stuckey will play Friday night at Indiana, though the team will closely monitor how things go.Detroit Pistons expect Rodney Stuckey back on court on Friday
Detroit Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey is expected to play Friday night, two weeks after collapsing on the bench during a game.James' triple-double ignites Cavs to 4th straight
LeBron James had his fourth triple-double of the season, lifting the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 113-101 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night.James powers Cavs with triple-double (AP)
LeBron James had 29 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists in his fourth triple-double of the season, lifting the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 113-101 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. He blocked a shot and made a jumper on consecutive possessions to give the Cavs a five-point cushion with a minute left, then sealed the victory on a 3-pointer with 29.5 seconds remaining.
Detroit Pistons hoping for guard Rodney Stuckey to return Friday
Pistons coach John Kuester says he's hoping Rodney Stuckey will play Friday.Balanced Celtics cruise past Pistons (AP)
Paul Pierce, Ray Allen and Michael Finley scored 15 points apiece, and Kevin Garnett had 14 points and eight rebounds on Monday night to help the Boston Celtics coast to a 119-93 victory over the Detroit Pistons. Boston rested its starters in the fourth quarter while beating up on a non-contender for the second straight home game.
Injury forces Detroit Pistons' Tayshaun Prince out of Boston Celtics game
Pistons forward Tayshaun Prince left Monday's game against the Celtics.Shaq rejoins Cavs, not ready to play (AP)
Injured Cleveland center Shaquille O'Neal has rejoined the Cavaliers. O'Neal, who has been out since tearing a ligament in his thumb on Feb. 25 and undergoing surgery, has been resting at home in Florida since the operation. He was back at the team's facility on Monday, but did not speak to reporters after the Cavs practiced and left for a game in Detroit.
Hawks' sharp shooting stops Pistons' comeback
Joe Johnson scored 26 points and Atlanta Hawks had their best shooting game of the season but still had to hold off Detroit's late comeback to beat the Pistons 112-99 on Saturday night.Hot-shooting Hawks rip Pistons 126-99 (AP)
Joe Johnson scored 26 points and Atlanta Hawks had their best shooting game of the season but still had to hold off Detroit's late comeback to beat the Pistons 112-99 on Saturday night. The Hawks took a 28-point lead in the second quarter but suffered a second-half letdown. Atlanta kept its lead in double figures from the 7:17 mark of the opening quarter until Detroit's Ben Gordon scored...
Detroit Pistons legend-turned-mayor Dave Bing hopes to lure team back downtown
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing would like to lure the Pistons back downtown, where they played when he was on the team.Bing hopes to lure Pistons back downtown (AP)
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing would like to lure the Pistons back downtown, where they played when he was on the team. Bing said Thursday that the Pistons could relocate from The Palace in suburban Auburn Hills. Pistons owner Karen Davidson has said she's considering a possible sale of the NBA team. The Pistons played at Cobo Arena in the city when Bing was with them, from 1966-75.
Bynum dishes 20 assists as Pistons rip Wizards
Will Bynum had a career-best 20 assists, Jonas Jerebko scored 18 points, and the Detroit Pistons beat the Washington Wizards 101-87 Friday night in a matchup of two of the Eastern Conference's worst teams.Pistons' Bynum has 20 assists in win (AP)
Will Bynum had a career-best 20 assists, Jonas Jerebko scored 18 points, and the Detroit Pistons beat the Washington Wizards 101-87 Friday night in a matchup of two of the Eastern Conference's worst teams. Detroit won for just the second time in nine games, while the Wizards lost their sixth straight.
LeBron James likely to return to Cleveland Cavaliers' lineup on Friday
Cavaliers star LeBron James has missed two games after twisting his right ankle last Friday against Detroit, but is likely to play at Philadelphia on Friday night.Cavaliers' James likely to return Friday (AP)
Cavaliers star LeBron James is tired of watching basketball and ready to start playing again. James missed two games after twisting his right ankle last Friday against Detroit, but is likely to play at Philadelphia on Friday night. "I'm always a guy who wants to play every game, but I think now looking back it was definitely the right decision to give the injuries I had some rest,"...
Doctors clear Detroit Pistons' Rodney Stuckey for exercise
The Pistons say three doctors have cleared Rodney Stuckey for exercise after a heart evaluation.Jazz get 10th straight win vs. Pistons (AP)
Deron Williams had 18 points and 12 assists, and the Utah Jazz beat the Detroit Pistons 115-104 Wednesday night. The Jazz had seven players in double figures as they posted their 10th straight victory over Detroit. Former Pistons center Mehmet Okur finished with 18 points, while Carlos Boozer had 11 points and 12 rebounds.
Detroit Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey to miss at least one more game
Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey will miss at least a second game after collapsing in Cleveland.Pistons break slump with OT win over Rockets
Tayshaun Prince scored a season-high 29 points to help the Detroit Pistons snap a six-game losing streak with a 110-107 overtime win over the Houston Rockets on Sunday.
Prince leads Pistons past Rockets in OT (AP)
Tayshaun Prince scored a season-high 29 points to help the Detroit Pistons snap a six-game losing streak with a 110-107 overtime win over the Houston Rockets on Sunday. Richard Hamilton added 22 points for Detroit, while Kevin Martin had 27 points for Houston and Aaron Brooks scored 25. Martin and Brooks, though, both missed key 3-point attempts in the last 10 seconds of overtime.
Detroit Pistons' Rodney Stuckey sits out two days after collapse
Detroit Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey missed Sunday's game against the Houston Rockets, two days after collapsing during a game in Cleveland.
Pistons: Stuckey 'doing well' after collapse
Detroit Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey seems to be OK after collapsing on the bench Friday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Detroit Pistons say Rodney Stuckey is 'doing well'
Detroit Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey seems to be OK after collapsing on the bench Friday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
James' 40 help Cavs rally past Pistons (AP)
LeBron James had 40 points, 13 rebounds and six assists as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat Detroit 99-92 on Friday night in a game delayed when Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey collapsed late in the third quarter. The Pistons said Stuckey's vital signs were stable, and he was conscious and breathing on his own at the Cleveland Clinic.
LeBron drops 40 points as Cavs survive Pistons
LeBron James had 40 points, 13 rebounds and six assists as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat Detroit 99-92 on Friday night in a game delayed when Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey collapsed late in the third quarter.
Pistons' Rodney Stuckey collapses on bench vs. Cavs
Detroit's Rodney Stuckey collapsed into a trainer's arms on the bench Friday night during a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
LeBron James sets Cleveland Cavaliers team mark for minutes played
LeBron James broke another record Friday night. Cleveland's superstar became the franchise's all-time leader in minutes played with 21,573 in the Cavaliers' game against the Detroit Pistons.
Walker reaches career high; Knicks rout Pistons
Bill Walker was one of four Knicks with 20-plus points, scoring a career-high 22 in his first career start, and New York handed the Detroit Pistons their fifth straight loss with a 128-104 victory Wednesday night.
Knicks deal Pistons fifth straight loss (AP)
Bill Walker was one of four Knicks with 20-plus points, scoring a career-high 22 in his first career start, and New York handed the Detroit Pistons their fifth straight loss with a 128-104 victory Wednesday night. Al Harrington scored 26 for the Knicks, who won for just the second time in 12 games and clinched the season series for the first time since the 2000-01 season.
Detroit Pistons without center Ben Wallace (knee) vs. the New York Knicks
Detroit center Ben Wallace missed a game for the first time this season Wednesday, sitting out the Pistons' game against the New York Knicks with a sore right knee.
Knee sidelines Pistons C Wallace (AP)
Detroit center Ben Wallace missed a game for the first time this season Wednesday, sitting out the Pistons' game against the New York Knicks with a sore right knee. Wallace was hurt in Tuesday's home loss to Boston. Coach John Kuester said he would be "very surprised" if the 35-year-old veteran played through the weekend.
Celtics handle Pistons in Pierce's return to floor
Nate Robinson scored 14 points in 16 minutes, Rajon Rondo added 15 points and 11 assists, and the Boston Celtics beat the Detroit Pistons 105-100 on Tuesday night.
Robinson, Rondo lift Celtics by Pistons (AP)
Nate Robinson scored 14 points in 16 minutes, Rajon Rondo added 15 points and 11 assists, and the Boston Celtics beat the Detroit Pistons 105-100 on Tuesday night. The Celtics, playing for the first time since a humiliating home loss to the NBA-worst New Jersey Nets on Saturday, got 18 points from Ray Allen.
Warriors ride Curry, rally from 14 down to win
Stephen Curry scored 27 points and the Golden State Warriors used the hack-a-Ben strategy to finish their rally from a 14-point deficit in the second half to beat the Detroit Pistons 95-88 on Saturday night.
Warriors rally from 14 down, top Pistons (AP)
Stephen Curry scored 27 points and the Golden State Warriors used the hack-a-Ben strategy to finish their rally from a 14-point deficit in the second half to beat the Detroit Pistons 95-88 on Saturday night. Anthony Tolliver added 19 points and 14 rebounds, and C.J. Watson scored 17 points in place of injured leading scorer Monta Ellis as the Warriors snapped a five-game losing streak against the...
Sore back holds Golden State Warriors guard Monta Ellis out vs. Pistons
Golden State guard Monta Ellis missed the Warriors' game Saturday night against the Detroit Pistons because of a sore back.
Billups fires Nuggets to rare win over Pistons
Chauncey Billups scored 25 points, Carmelo Anthony added 24 and the Denver Nuggets snapped a seven-game losing streak to the Detroit Pistons with a 107-102 victory Friday night.
Nuggets end 7-game skid against Pistons (AP)
Chauncey Billups scored 25 points, Carmelo Anthony added 24 and the Denver Nuggets snapped a seven-game losing streak to the Detroit Pistons with a 107-102 victory Friday night. J.R. Smith added 15 points and Arron Afflalo had 14 for the Nuggets, who beat the Pistons for the first time in four years. Joey Graham, who with Malik Allen played in place of the injured Kenyon Martin (knee contusion),...
Denver Nuggets forward Kenyon Martin out with knee contusion
Nuggets forward Kenyon Martin was ruled out Friday night against the Detroit Pistons because of a left knee contusion.
Hamilton's 30 power Pistons past Kings (AP)
Richard Hamilton scored 30 points and the Detroit Pistons pulled away in the third quarter to defeat the struggling Sacramento Kings 101-89 on Tuesday night. After taking a 12-point lead in halftime, Hamilton keyed a third-quarter effort that hiked the Pistons' advantage to 30 at one point. Hamilton scored the first eight points of the quarter and finished the period with 14 as the Pistons took...
Pistons down Parker-less Spurs at home
The Detroit Pistons found themselves in a unique situation Sunday -- trailing before the start of overtime.
Spurs sit Parker as backcourt lifts Pistons in OT
Richard Hamilton scored 27 points and Rodney Stuckey added 20 to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 109-101 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in overtime on Sunday.Parker-less Spurs lose to Pistons in OT (AP)
Richard Hamilton scored 27 points and Rodney Stuckey added 20 to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 109-101 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in overtime on Sunday. Manu Ginobili's layup tied the game at 93 with 27.5 seconds left, and the Pistons missed two game-winning shots at the end of regulation.
San Antonio Spurs' Tony Parker sits out vs. Detroit Pistons with strained left hip flexor
San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker missed Sunday's game against the Detroit Pistons because of a strained left hip flexor.Pistons president, CEO Wilson resigns (AP)
Tom Wilson has resigned as president and CEO of the Detroit Pistons and Palace Sports & Entertainment. Wilson said in a statement released Wednesday that after the death last year of Pistons owner Bill Davidson, the time was right to pursue other "exciting opportunities." Wilson says he and Davidson "planned for an orderly leadership transition," and he leaves "the Pistons...
Howard's 33 and 17 power Magic to win (AP)
Ben Gordon emerged in the visiting locker room with a bandage around his left eye concealing three stitches. He can thank Dwight Howard, J.J. Redick and the suddenly fighting Orlando Magic. Howard had a season-high 33 points and added 17 rebounds, helping the Magic beat the Detroit Pistons 116-91 on Wednesday night with some physical play in the paint.
Knicks trade Milicic to Timberwolves (AP)
The New York Knicks have traded Darko Milicic to the Minnesota Timberwolves for forward Brian Cardinal. The Timberwolves also received cash considerations in the deal that was completed Wednesday night. The 24-year-old Milicic was selected by the Detroit Pistons with the second overall pick in the 2003 draft, just behind LeBron James and ahead of Carmelo Anthony, Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade.
Tom Wilson steps down as Detroit Pistons team president, CEO
Tom Wilson has resigned as president and CEO of the Detroit Pistons and Palace Sports & Entertainment.Jerebko's 21 lift Pistons past Wolves (AP)
Jonas Jerebko led a balanced offense with 21 points and the Detroit Pistons pulled away in the second half to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-85 on Tuesday night. Detroit won for the third time in four games, while Minnesota dropped its third in a row. The Timberwolves fell to 4-26 on the road. The Pistons had five players in double figures and got at least two points from all 12.
Magic confident they can win title (AP)
Stan Van Gundy is all but conceding the Eastern Conference's top seed to Cleveland. Just not the title. The Orlando Magic return after the All-Star break to play Detroit on Wednesday still struggling with continuity and consistency, 0-2 against the Cavaliers and a roster shakeup in the offseason -- most notably the trade for Vince Carter -- showing mixed results.
FBI investigated letters sent to former Detroit Pistons coach Chuck Daly
The FBI investigated a series of threatening letters sent to Detroit Pistons coach Chuck Daly at the height of his team's success during the 1989-90 "Bad Boys" championship era, newly released government records show.
Letters sent to ex-NBA coach Daly probed
The FBI investigated a series of threatening letters sent to Detroit Pistons coach Chuck Daly at the height of his team's success during the 1989-90 'Bad Boys' championship era, newly released government records show.
FBI investigated letters sent to Daly (AP)
The FBI investigated a series of threatening letters sent to Detroit Pistons coach Chuck Daly at the height of his team's success during the 1989-90 "Bad Boys" championship era, newly released government records show. The 67 pages, obtained by The Associated Press as part of a Freedom of Information Act request, detail how federal agents in Detroit ordered fingerprint, handwriting...
Jerebko scores 20, Pistons end home skid (AP)
Jonas Jerebko scored 20 points on 9-for-9 shooting, and the Detroit Pistons snapped a five-game home losing streak with a 99-92 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Saturday night. Detroit has won only two of its last eight, both in the last five days over New Jersey. The Nets lost their 14th straight on the road and are 1-26 away from home this season.
Granger's 25 help Pacers rout Pistons (AP)
Danny Granger scored 25 points to help Indiana beat the Detroit Pistons 107-83 on Friday night in one of the Pacers' most lopsided wins in the series. Only a last-second layup by Detroit prevented the Pacers from tying the franchise record for its biggest win over the Pistons, a 26-point blowout in 1995.
Nets assistant coach Harris resigns (AP)
Longtime NBA coach Del Harris has resigned as an assistant coach with the New Jersey Nets. The Nets issued a statement from Harris minutes after they lost 97-93 to the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. Harris joined the team in late November after general manager Kiki Vandeweghe was named the interim coach following the firing of Lawrence Frank after the Nets lost their first 17 games.
Prince's late dunk helps Pistons by Nets (AP)
Tayshaun Prince slammed down a tiebreaking dunk on an inbounds play with 45.6 seconds left and the Detroit Pistons snapped a five-game losing streak with a 97-93 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Tuesday night. Richard Hamilton had 11 of his 22 points in the fourth quarter, including three free throws in the final 21.3 seconds, as the Pistons won for only the fifth time in 24 games.
Magic G Nelson, F Pietrus to miss game (AP)
Orlando Magic point guard Jameer Nelson and forward Mickael Pietrus were sidelined against the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night with injuries. Nelson hyperextended his left knee in the Magic's win at Detroit on Sunday. He is day to day. Jason Williams started in Nelson's place. Nelson had surgery to repair torn cartilage in the knee in November.
Howard's free-throw woes don't stop Magic's win
J.J. Redick scored 17 points and Dwight Howard overcame free-throw problems to put up 16 points and 14 rebounds as the Orlando Magic beat the struggling Detroit Pistons 91-86 Sunday night.
Magic win, Van Gundy to coach East squad (AP)
J.J. Redick scored 17 points and Dwight Howard overcame free-throw problems to put up 16 points and 14 rebounds as the Orlando Magic beat the struggling Detroit Pistons 91-86 Sunday night. The victory means Orlando's Stan Van Gundy will coach the Eastern Conference in the All-Star game Feb. 14 in Arlington, Texas.
Wade leads Heat to 92-65 rout of Pistons (AP)
Dwyane Wade scored 22 points and Jermaine O'Neal added a double-double as the Miami Heat routed the Detroit Pistons 92-65 Friday night. Heat forward Michael Beasley missed his first game of the season with a hyperextended right knee, and Miami got another scare when O'Neal went down with a knee injury in the first minute.
Miami Heat forward Michael Beasley held out against Pistons
Miami Heat forward Michael Beasley missed Friday night's game against the Detroit Pistons with a hyperextended right knee.
Miami Heat forward Michael Beasley has no swelling in knee
Miami Heat forward Michael Beasley will be a game-time decision Friday night in Detroit because of a hyperextended right knee.
Judge orders $1.3 million payout to Detroit Pistons guard Ben Gordon
A federal judge in Chicago has ordered Ben Gordon's former financial advisers to pay the Pistons guard more than $1.3 million in a dispute over a loan.
Judge: Ex-advisers must pay Gordon $1.3M (AP)
A federal judge ordered Detroit Pistons guard Ben Gordon's former financial advisors to pay him more than $1.3 million in a dispute over a loan but found there was no breach of their fiduciary duty. Judge Charles Kocoras handed down the decision Wednesday in a suit Gordon, a former Chicago Bull, filed against California-based Larry Harmon & Associates.
Grizzlies grab third straight behind Gasol's 25
Marc Gasol scored eight of his 25 points in the final two minutes as the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Detroit Pistons 99-93 Wednesday night.
Gasol's late surge lifts Grizzlies (AP)
Marc Gasol scored eight of his 25 points in the final two minutes as the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Detroit Pistons 99-93 Wednesday night. Gasol added 12 rebounds while Zach Randolph had 24 points and 13 rebounds for Memphis, which won its third straight. All five Grizzlies starters scored at least 14 points.
Davis wants to drop 'Big Baby' nickname (AP)
Boston Celtics forward Glen "Big Baby" Davis is looking to erase his troubled past this season and hopes to start by first dropping his nickname. Davis, who missed the start of the season after breaking his thumb in a fight with a childhood friend and having surgery, was recently fined $25,000 for directing inappropriate language at a fan during a game against Detroit last Wednesday.
Short-handed Trail Blazers take care of Pistons
Martell Webster scored a career-high 28 points to help the short-handed Portland Trail Blazers beat the Detroit Pistons 97-93 on Saturday night.
Webster's 28 lift short-handed Blazers (AP)
Martell Webster scored a career-high 28 points to help the short-handed Portland Trail Blazers beat the Detroit Pistons 97-93 on Saturday night. LaMarcus Aldridge added 21 points, and Andre Miller added 11 points and 13 assists as Portland earned a split of a four-game trip despite using just eight players.
Boston Celtics' Glen Davis shouts obscenity at heckling fan in Detroit
The Celtics' Glen Davis shouts an obscenity at a heckling fan in Detroit.
Celtics' Davis fined for cursing at fan (AP)
Boston Celtics forward Glen "Big Baby" Davis was fined $25,000 by the NBA on Thursday for directing inappropriate language at a fan. David was fined for language he used when addressing a fan during a 92-86 loss to the Detroit Pistons at the Palace of Auburn Hills on Wednesday. On Wednesday, Boston forward Rasheed Wallace was fined $35,000 for publicly criticizing officials.
Stuckey, Pistons ruin Wallace's return to Detroit
Rodney Stuckey scored 27 points and grabbed a career-high 11 rebounds, leading the Detroit Pistons to a 92-86 victory over the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night.
Pistons beat Celtics in Wallace's return (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 27 points and grabbed a career-high 11 rebounds, leading the Detroit Pistons to a 92-86 victory over the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night. Rasheed Wallace had 16 points in his first game as an ex-Piston at The Palace, where the once-adored player received a mixed welcome and was booed late in the closely contested game.
Detroit Pistons owner exploring options to sell team
Detroit Pistons owner Karen Davidson says the option of selling the NBA franchise is being explored.
Pistons exploring options for sale (AP)
Detroit Pistons owner Karen Davidson says the option of selling the NBA franchise is being explored. Davidson spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday night after the first quarter of a game against the Boston Celtics. Her husband, Bill Davidson, died last year. The late owner known as "Mr. D" helped the Pistons win NBA titles in 2004, 1990 and 1989 and was inducted into the Basketball...
Detroit Pistons missing three players against the Boston Celtics
The Detroit Pistons will be without three key players against the Boston Celtics.
Robinson scores 27 as Knicks top Pistons (AP)
Nate Robinson showed his game is much more than dunks, scoring 27 points Monday to lead the New York Knicks to a 99-91 victory and a split of a home-and-home series with the Detroit Pistons. Chosen earlier in the day to defend his slam dunk title at All-Star weekend, Robinson made five 3-pointers, one during a 7-0 spurt that started the fourth quarter and gave the Knicks the lead for good.
Robinson pours in 27 as Knicks stop Pistons
Nate Robinson showed his game is much more than dunks, scoring 27 points Monday to lead the New York Knicks to a 99-91 victory and a split of a home-and-home series with the Detroit Pistons.
Pistons top Knicks, win third straight (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 20 points, Charlie Villanueva added 19, and the Detroit Pistons won their third straight game, beating the New York Knicks 94-90 on Saturday night. Detroit snapped a 13-game losing streak Tuesday with a win in Washington, then needed overtime to beat the Hornets on Friday. Against New York, the Pistons nearly blew a 21-point, second-half lead before holding on.
Hamilton torches Hornets to power Pistons' win
Richard Hamilton scored a season-high 32 points and Rodney Stuckey scored eight of his 13 points in overtime and the Detroit Pistons beat the New Orleans Hornets 110-104 Friday night.
Detroit Pistons missing three players against New Orleans Hornets
The Detroit Pistons will be missing three players for Friday's game against the New Orleans Hornets.
Pistons might be active before deadline (AP)
The Detroit Pistons might be making some changes. Joe Dumars, the team's president of basketball operations, told The Associated Press on Thursday that he is looking for long-term solutions. The team might be active before next month's trade deadline. Detroit was expected to endure a rebuilding season after dealing Chauncey Billups last season, then losing Rasheed Wallace and Antonio McDyess...
Pistons beat Wizards to end 13-game skid (AP)
The Detroit Pistons finally found a team in worse shape than they are and ended a 13-game losing streak by beating the Washington Wizards 99-90 behind Charlie Villanueva's 23 points and nine rebounds Tuesday night. Richard Hamilton and Rodney Stuckey each scored 19 for the Pistons, who hadn't enjoyed a victory in a month: They beat Golden State on Dec.
Wizards G Miller out again due to calf (AP)
Wizards guard Mike Miller is out again with a right calf injury that already sidelined him for about 1 1/2 months. Miller missed Washington's game against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night, and coach Flip Saunders said Nick Young would replace him in the starting lineup. Miller left Sunday's loss to the Hornets in the third quarter after aggravating his strained calf.
Bulls deliver freefalling Pistons 13th straight loss
Luol Deng scored 27 points on 13-of-18 shooting and the Chicago Bulls handed the Detroit Pistons their 13th consecutive loss, 120-87 on Monday night.
Bulls cruise, Pistons' skid reaches 13 (AP)
Chicago Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro has finally caught a little bit of a break. He is coaching an injury-free roster and for the time being the schedule has lightened up. Luol Deng scored 27 points on 13-of-18 shooting and the Bulls handed the Detroit Pistons their 13th consecutive loss, 120-87 on Monday night.
Detroit Pistons' Tayshaun Prince held out against Philadelphia 76ers with sore knee
Detroit Pistons forward Tayshaun Prince missed Monday night's game against the Chicago Bulls with a sore left knee.
Brand, 76ers send Pistons to 12th straight loss
Elton Brand matched a season high with 25 points and was one of six double-digit scorers for the Philadelphia 76ers in a 104-94 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night.
Sixers hand Pistons 12th straight loss (AP)
Elton Brand matched a season high with 25 points and was one of six double-digit scorers for the Philadelphia 76ers in a 104-94 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night. Detroit has lost 12 straight in its worst slump since April 1994. Pistons reserves Ben Gordon had 20 points and Charlie Villanueva scored 19, while fellow former Connecticut star Richard Hamilton missed his first 10 shots...
Detroit Pistons duo Tayshaun Prince, Rodney Stuckey sit out 2nd half vs. 76ers
Rodney Stuckey and Tayshaun Prince did not play in the second half for the Detroit Pistons against the Philadelphia 76ers because of injuries.
Detroit Pistons guard Ben Gordon scored the NBA's 10 millionth point
Detroit's Ben Gordon has scored the 10 millionth point in NBA history.
Ben Gordon gets NBA's 10 millionth point (AP)
Detroit's Ben Gordon has scored the 10 millionth point in NBA history. Gordon made a jumper with 3:51 left in the second quarter of the Pistons' game against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday for the milestone point. The first NBA points were scored by New York's Ossie Schectman on Nov. 1, 1946, at Toronto's Maple Leaf Gardens.
Spurs send Pistons to 11th straight loss (AP)
Tony Parker and Roger Mason Jr. keyed a decisive run early in the fourth quarter Wednesday night as the San Antonio Spurs sent the Detroit Pistons to their 11th consecutive loss, 112-92. Parker's three-point play a little more than two minutes into the final period was followed by consecutive baskets by Mason as part of an 11-0 stretch after the Pistons tied the score at 77 on Ben Gordon?s...
Mavs start slow, hand Pistons 10th straight loss
Jason Terry scored 26 points, Dirk Nowitzki added 22 and the Dallas Mavericks overcame a slow start to hand Detroit its 10th consecutive loss, beating the Pistons 98-93 Tuesday night.
Mavs hand Pistons 10th straight loss (AP)
Jason Terry scored 26 points, Dirk Nowitzki added 22 and the Dallas Mavericks overcame a slow start to hand Detroit its 10th consecutive loss, beating the Pistons 98-93 Tuesday night. The Pistons, who last won Dec. 12, hadn't dropped 10 in a row since the end of the 1993-94 season. They lost their final 13 games that season.
Rose helps Bulls hand Pistons ninth straight loss
Derrick Rose scored 22 points, and Joakim Noah added 15 points and 21 rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls hand the Detroit Pistons their ninth straight loss, 98-87 on Thursday.
Bulls hand Pistons ninth straight loss (AP)
Derrick Rose scored 22 points, and Joakim Noah added 15 points and 21 rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls hand the Detroit Pistons their ninth straight loss, 98-87 on Thursday. Chicago hadn't won a road game in six weeks, but never trailed against the slumping Pistons (11-21), who are been 10 games under .500 for the first time since the 2000-01 season.
Bulls end road drought in Detroit
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Lee sparks Knicks as Pistons lose eighth straight
David Lee had a season-high 30 points and 12 rebounds, and the New York Knicks handed the Detroit Pistons their eighth straight loss, 104-87 Tuesday night.
Knicks hand Pistons eighth straight loss (AP)
David Lee had a season-high 30 points and 12 rebounds, and the New York Knicks handed the Detroit Pistons their eighth straight loss, 104-87 Tuesday night. Wilson Chandler added 23 points and nine rebounds for the Knicks. Richard Hamilton had 16 points and Rodney Stuckey scored 15 for Detroit despite combining to shoot just 11 of 34.
Tayshaun Prince, Richard Hamilton set to start for reeling Detroit Pistons
Richard Hamilton and Tayshaun Prince both are making just their fourth starts of the season as the Detroit Pistons try to end a six-game losing streak.
Pistons get healthy but skid reaches 7 (AP)
Chris Bosh had 25 points and 16 rebounds, Jarrett Jack scored 17 points and the Toronto Raptors extended their winning streak to a season-high four games, beating the Detroit Pistons 102-95 on Sunday. Even with Richard Hamilton, Tayshaun Prince and Ben Gordon all back in the lineup, the Pistons couldn't stop their losing streak from reaching seven games.
Bargnani, Raptors pound undermanned Pistons
Andrea Bargnani scored 21 points, Hedo Turkoglu added 11 points and a season-best 11 assists and the Toronto Raptors beat the shorthanded Detroit Pistons.
Raptors rout short-handed Pistons 94-64 (AP)
Andrea Bargnani scored 21 points, Hedo Turkoglu added 11 points and a season-best 11 assists and the Toronto Raptors beat the shorthanded Detroit Pistons 94-64 on Wednesday night, matching the lowest point total in franchise history. Detroit, which has lost six straight, played without Ben Gordon (ankle), Richard Hamilton (hamstring) and Tayshaun Prince (back).
Detroit Pistons will be without without Gordon, Rip, Prince vs. Raptors
The slumping Detroit Pistons didn't get any good roster news for their game against the Toronto Raptors.
Wallace has 29 and 12, Bobcats end skid (AP)
Gerald Wallace had 29 points and 12 rebounds in his return after missing a game with severe headaches, leading the Charlotte Bobcats to an 88-76 victory over the undermanned Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night to snap a three-game losing streak. Stephen Jackson added 13 points despite playing with a sore back for the sharp-shooting Bobcats, who held a comfortable lead over the final three quarters.
Wallace returns, contributes 29 in Bobcats' win
Gerald Wallace had 29 points and 12 rebounds in his return after missing a game with severe headaches, leading the Charlotte Bobcats to an 88-76 victory over the undermanned Detroit Pistons.
Bryant helps weary Lakers past Pistons (AP)
Kobe Bryant scored 28 points and helped the Los Angeles Lakers build a big lead in a 93-81 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday night. The Lakers took the lead with an 11-0 run midway through the first quarter, started the second ahead by 12, had an 18-point lead at halftime and a 21-point cushion after three quarters.
Hornets rally from 16 down, beat Pistons (AP)
David West's best game of the season spared the Hornets a demoralizing loss to an undermanned opponent in front of their own fans. West scored a season-high 32 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, helping New Orleans overcome a 16-point deficit and beat the Detroit Pistons 95-87 on Wednesday night. "Detroit, they're a little banged up.
Adelman rips NBA over Rockets' schedule (AP)
Houston Rockets coach Rick Adelman criticized the NBA on Monday for setting up an "utterly ridiculous" schedule for his team that includes four back-to-back games over the next two weeks. The Rockets face Detroit at home on Tuesday, then must fly to Denver to play the first-place Nuggets on Wednesday.
Rockets coach rips NBA for 'ridiculous' schedule
Houston Rockets coach Rick Adelman criticized the NBA on Monday for setting up an "utterly ridiculous" schedule for his team that includes four back-to-back games over the next two weeks. The Rockets face Detroit at home on Tuesday, then must fly to Denver to play the first-place Nuggets on Wednesday. They visit Dallas on Friday and return home to face Oklahoma City on Saturday - then have to play two games on consecutive nights twice more during Christmas week.
Ariza suspended one game for throwing forearm
Houston Rockets forward Trevor Ariza says he's earned a one-game suspension after he was ejected from Sunday's game in Toronto for throwing a forearm at Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan. Ariza said Monday that he'll have to sit out Tuesday's game against Detroit. NBA spokesman Tim Frank would not immediately confirm the suspension, saying that "no decision has been made." The 6-foot-8 Ariza is Houston's second-leading scorer, averaging 17 points.
Rockets F Ariza suspended 1 game (AP)
Houston Rockets forward Trevor Ariza says he's earned a one-game suspension after he was ejected from Sunday's game in Toronto for throwing a forearm at Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan. Ariza said Monday that he'll have to sit out Tuesday's game against Detroit. NBA spokesman Tim Frank would not immediately confirm the suspension, saying that "no decision has been made." The...
Rip returns, Pistons win fifth straight (AP)
For once, the Detroit Pistons were the healthier team. Even with the surprise return of Richard Hamilton after a six-week absence, the Pistons were missing three key players. Golden State was playing without five, though, and Detroit's depth turned out to be crucial, as the Pistons dominated the second half to win their fifth straight game, 104-95 over the Warriors on Saturday night.
Stuckey shines as Pistons win in Rip's return
Rodney Stuckey scored 29 points and Charlie Villanueva added 24 as the Detroit Pistons won their fifth straight game, beating the Golden State Warriors 104-95 Saturday.
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Richard Hamilton returns to the Detroit Pistons after 21-game layoff
Richard Hamilton returned to the Detroit Pistons' lineup Saturday after missing 21 games with a right ankle sprain.
Pistons prevail vs. Nuggets despite Anthony's 40
Charlie Villanueva scored 27 points, and Rodney Stuckey had 26 to help the banged-up Detroit Pistons hold on for a 101-99 victory over former teammate Chauncey Billups and the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night.
Pistons win after Billups' late miss (AP)
Charlie Villanueva scored 27 points, and Rodney Stuckey had 26 to help the banged-up Detroit Pistons hold on for a 101-99 victory over former teammate Chauncey Billups and the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night. Billups missed a layup in the final seconds, allowing the Pistons to run their winning streak to a season-best four games.
Denver Nuggets' Kenyon Martin, four Detroit Pistons sidelined for game
Kenyon Martin will miss the Denver Nuggets' game at Detroit with a hand injury.
Nuggets F Martin misses another game (AP)
Kenyon Martin will miss the Denver Nuggets' game at Detroit with a hand injury. Martin also missed Tuesday's loss at Charlotte after dislocating his left pinkie in Philadelphia on Monday. Coach George Karl said he expects the forward will return either Saturday or Monday. The Pistons were missing four players: Richard Hamilton (right ankle), Ben Gordon (left ankle), Will Bynum (ankles) and...
Stuckey scores 27 as Pistons clip Iverson, 76ers
Rodney Stuckey scored 27 points and hit the winner with 8.7 seconds left to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 90-86 win over Philadelphia on Wednesday night, the 76ers' 11th straight loss.
Pistons hand 76ers 11th straight loss (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 27 points and hit the winner with 8.7 seconds left to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 90-86 win over Philadelphia on Wednesday night, the 76ers' 11th straight loss. Allen Iverson scored 11 points in his second game with the Sixers. He hit the tying jumper with 1:06 left that made it 86-all.
Detroit Pistons guard Ben Gordon out vs. Philadelphia 76ers with ankle injury
Detroit guard Ben Gordon sat out the Pistons' game Wednesday night against Philadelphia because of a sprained left ankle.
Ankle sidelines Pistons G Gordon again (AP)
Detroit guard Ben Gordon sat out the Pistons' game Wednesday night against Philadelphia because of a sprained left ankle. Gordon injured the ankle in late November and missed two games before returning to play. Gordon is averaging 18.7 points. He played 12 minutes Sunday against Washington. The Pistons have already been playing without Richard Hamilton (ankle) and Tayshaun Prince (back).
Stuckey's 25 lift Pistons over Wizards (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 25 points and Charlie Villanueva added 18 as the Detroit Pistons beat the Washington Wizards 98-94 Sunday night. Will Bynum scored 16 points for Detroit, which led by as many as 12 in the first half before Washington pulled to 52-49 on Earl Boykins' leaning jumper at the halftime buzzer.
Stuckey, Jerebko lead Pistons past Bucks (AP)
Rodney Stuckey scored 19 points and rookie Jonas Jerebko added 16 to help the Detroit Pistons beat the Milwaukee Bucks 105-96 on Friday night. The Pistons, with Charlie Villanueva returning from a broken nose, won for just the second time in 10 games. The Bucks have lost six of their last seven. Ben Wallace added 11 points and 11 rebounds for the Pistons, and Ben Gordon scored 16.
Bucks coach suspended for arguing with refs
The NBA has suspended Milwaukee Bucks coach Scott Skiles one game without pay for arguing with an official during a loss to Washington earlier this week. The NBA said the suspension would be served Friday night, when Milwaukee plays at Detroit. Skiles was given two quick technical fouls and ejected late in the first quarter of Wednesday's 104-102 loss to the Wizards in Milwaukee. After the first technical, Skiles charged on the court to continue his protest.
NBA suspends Bucks coach Skiles 1 game (AP)
The NBA has suspended Milwaukee Bucks coach Scott Skiles one game without pay for arguing with an official during a loss to Washington earlier this week. The NBA said the suspension would be served Friday night, when Milwaukee plays at Detroit. Skiles was given two quick technical fouls and ejected late in the first quarter of Wednesday's 104-102 loss to the Wizards in Milwaukee.
Detroit Pistons' Ben Gordon game-time decision vs. Chicago Bulls
Pistons' Gordon is a game-time decision vs. the Bulls.
Salmons, Rose help Bulls snap skid at 5 (AP)
John Salmons scored 22 points, Derrick Rose added 19 and the Chicago Bulls ended a five-game losing streak by beating the Detroit Pistons 92-85 on Wednesday night. Detroit's Ben Gordon made his return to the United Center and heard the boos from the crowd. Gordon, who led the Bulls in scoring the previous four seasons before signing a five-year, $55 million contract with Detroit in the...
Bucks guard Redd still out with sore knee
Bucks guard Michael Redd is not traveling with the team on a two-game trip because his left knee continues to bother him. Redd strained a ligament in his surgically repaired knee in Milwaukee's win over Detroit on Oct. 31. Redd missed nine games, returned for three and has missed the previous two after soreness returned following a loss at Oklahoma City on Nov. 27. The Bucks have been hit hard by injuries despite a 9-7 start.
Wallace grabs 18 boards to help Pistons nab win
Ben Wallace had 18 rebounds, including 11 offensive boards, to help the undermanned Detroit Pistons end a seven-game losing streak with a 94-88 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday.
Undermanned Pistons hold off Hawks (AP)
Ben Wallace had 18 rebounds, including 11 offensive boards, to help the undermanned Detroit Pistons end a seven-game losing streak with a 94-88 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday. Rodney Stuckey had 23 points and eight assists for Detroit, which was again without starters Richard Hamilton (ankle), Tayshaun Prince (back) and Ben Gordon (ankle).
Pistons fans lose television feed after small fire
A small fire kept Detroit Pistons fans from watching most of the second half of Friday's 104-96 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.
Kaman helps Clips end skid vs. Pistons (AP)
Chris Kaman's family and friends always come to see him when he visits Detroit. The center's play in the post finally sent them home with happy memories. The Michigan native scored 26 points Friday night on 11 for 13 shooting to help the Los Angeles Clippers top the Pistons 104-96 and end a 13-game skid against Detroit.
Kaman, Davis link up, sink Gordon-less Pistons
Chris Kaman scored 26 points and Baron Davis added 25 to help the Los Angeles Clippers top the Detroit Pistons 104-96 on Friday night.
Detroit Pistons guard Ben Gordon sits out against Los Angeles Clippers
Detroit Pistons guard Ben Gordon missed Friday night's game against the Los Angeles Clippers and it's uncertain when he'll return from a left ankle sprain.
Pistons lose Gordon to left ankle sprain (AP)
Detroit Pistons guard Ben Gordon did not play in the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers because of a sprained left ankle and isn't sure when he will be back on the court. Gordon said, "I have no idea," when asked about the severity of the injury after the Cavs beat Detroit Wednesday night.
Early cushion lets Cavs cruise by gimpy Pistons
LeBron James scored 12 of his 34 points in the first quarter, helping the Cleveland Cavaliers build a cushion it used to cruise to a 98-88 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.
James' 34 help Cavs beat Pistons 98-88 (AP)
LeBron James scored 12 of his 34 points in the first quarter, helping the Cleveland Cavaliers build a cushion it used to cruise to a 98-88 win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. James' strong start gave the Cavs a nine-point lead to start the second quarter. Reserve Daniel Gibson and Mo Williams combined to score 18 points in the second quarter to put them ahead by 18 at halftime.
Detroit Pistons lose Ben Gordon at half vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
Detroit Pistons guard Ben Gordon did not play in the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers because of a sprained left ankle.
Cavs to sit Shaq for sixth straight game
Cleveland Cavaliers center Shaquille O'Neal is out for Wednesday's game against Detroit with an injured shoulder, the sixth game in a row he will miss. O'Neal hasn't played since a Nov. 12 win over Miami. The Cavs are being cautious with O'Neal after acquiring him from Phoenix in an offseason trade. They are trying to keep him healthy the second half of the season and playoffs. He hoped to play against the Pistons after practicing Monday. O'Neal has averaged 11.3 points and 6.
Shaquille O'Neal of Cleveland cavaliers to miss sixth straight game
Cleveland Cavaliers center Shaquille O'Neal is out for Wednesday's game against Detroit with an injured shoulder, the sixth game in a row he will miss.
Shaq practices, hopes to return against Detroit
Shaquille O'Neal is back at practice and hopes to play in Cleveland's game at Detroit on Wednesday. O'Neal has missed five games after he tried to block a dunk by Miami's Michael Beasley on Nov. 12. O'Neal, who is calling his injury a strained rotator cuff, practiced on Monday. He says he tried to persuade the team to inject him with cortisone so he could play through the injury, but says the Cavaliers wouldn't do it. Cleveland has gone 4-1 without O'Neal in the lineup.
Cleveland Cavaliers center Shaquille O'Neal practices, hopes to return against Detroit Pistons
Shaquille O'Neal is back at practice and hopes to play in Cleveland's game at Detroit on Wednesday.
Suns cruise past weary Pistons 117-91 (AP)
Amare Stoudemire scored 21 points and Steve Nash added 20 for Phoenix, then sat out the fourth quarter to watch the Suns rout road-weary Detroit 117-91 Sunday night for the Pistons' fifth straight loss. Nash made 7 of 8 shots and had nine assists. Jason Richardson scored 17 as the Suns (11-3), with six players in double figures, improved to 5-0 at home and tied Atlanta and Orlando for the best...
DeJuan Summers scores 13 points in loss - DaJuan Summers (F) Detroit Pistons
DaJuan Summers scored a career-high 13 points on 5-of-11 shooting (3-of-3 from downtown) with zero rebounds, zero assists, and one steal in the Pistons' blowout loss on Sunday.
Boozer leads Jazz past Pistons in OT (AP)
Carlos Boozer scored 18 of his 22 points in the second half and overtime to lead the Utah Jazz to their fourth straight victory, 100-97 over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night. Andrei Kirilenko scored 15 of his 22 points after halftime, including two free throws with 9.8 seconds remaining to provide the final margin.
Ron Artest apologizes to fan
John Green, the fan who sparked the infamous Pistons-Pacers brawl, said Thursday he has spoken to Ron Artest and the two hope to partner together for some type of community-service endeavor, possibly in Detroit.
Iverson clears waivers, becomes free agent
Allen Iverson has cleared waivers and is free to sign with any NBA team. The former MVP was waived Tuesday after playing only three games with the Memphis Grizzlies and no team claimed him in the following 48 hours, making him a free agent. The New York Knicks are discussing whether they want to bring in the 34-year-old guard. Iverson was unhappy coming off the bench last season in Detroit and this season with the Grizzlies, so there isn't expected to be much interest in him.
Kobe goes for 40 as Lakers avoid 3-game skid
Kobe Bryant scored 40 points for the 100th time in his career, and the Los Angeles Lakers avoided a rare three-game losing streak with a 106-93 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night.
Bryant has 100th 40-point game in rout (AP)
Kobe Bryant scored 40 points for the 100th time in his career, and the Los Angeles Lakers avoided a rare three-game losing streak with a 106-93 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night. Andrew Bynum had 17 points and 12 rebounds for the Lakers, who took a 28-point lead before surviving Detroit's impressive fourth-quarter rally to avoid their first three-game skid in nearly two years,...
Roy helps Blazers hold off Pistons (AP)
PORTLAND, Ore. AP) -- Brandon Roy and LaMarcus Aldridge each had 20 points, and the Portland Trail Blazers held off the tired but tenacious Detroit Pistons 87-81 on Wednesday night. The Blazers led by as many as 20 points in the second half, but the Pistons chipped away and closed to 76-70 on Charlie Villanueva's jumper with 3 minutes left.
Dampier to rejoin Mavs after illness (AP)
Mavericks center Erick Dampier is flying to Milwaukee to rejoin the team, a night after being hospitalized for an unspecified illness before Dallas' game against Detroit. Dampier was taken to a Detroit-area hospital after warmups ahead of Sunday night's 95-90 victory over the Pistons. The Mavericks did not release any information Monday about why Dampier needed to be taken to the hospital.
Nowitzki's 25 help Mavs snap Pistons' win streak
Dirk Nowitzki scored 25 points, and rookie Rodrique Beaubois added 14 points on 6-for-6 shooting to help the Dallas Mavericks beat Detroit 95-90 on Sunday night, snapping the Pistons' winning streak at three games.
Mavs snap Pistons' 3-game win streak (AP)
Dirk Nowitzki scored 25 points, and rookie Rodrique Beaubois added 14 points on 6-for-6 shooting to help the Dallas Mavericks beat Detroit 95-90 on Sunday night, snapping the Pistons' winning streak at three games. Drew Gooden had 11 points and 11 rebounds, and Shawn Marion also had 11 points, and Jason Kidd added 10 points and seven assists for the Mavericks.
Mavs C Dampier misses game with illness (AP)
Dallas Mavericks center Erick Dampier has been taken to a hospital in the Detroit area after becoming ill. Dampier was out for Sunday's game against the Detroit Pistons. The Mavericks said Dampier became ill before the game, and was taken to St. Joseph Mercy Hospital for further tests. He was accompanied by Mavericks trainer Casey Smith.
Wizards' Jamison to make season debut vs. Cavs
Wizards coach Flip Saunders says captain Antawn Jamison will make his season debut Wednesday night against the Cavaliers. The two-time All-Star forward partially dislocated his right shoulder trying to block a shot in an exhibition game against Cleveland on Oct. 14. Jamison's shoulder had healed, but he missed Saturday night's 106-103 loss to the Detroit Pistons because of an illness. That was Washington's sixth consecutive defeat and dropped the team to 2-7.
Pistons claim third straight as Wizards go cold
Ben Gordon scored 29 points, Charlie Villanueva added 25 and the Detroit Pistons held Washington to one field goal over the final 5 minutes to win 106-103 Saturday night despite Wizards newcomer Earl Boykins' 20 points.
Gordon helps Pistons top reeling Wizards (AP)
Ben Gordon scored 29 points, Charlie Villanueva added 25 and the Detroit Pistons held Washington to one field goal over the final 5 minutes to win 106-103 Saturday night despite Wizards newcomer Earl Boykins' 20 points. Gordon scored eight of the final 10 points for Detroit, which has won three consecutive games.
Villanueva's 30 lead Pistons to first win streak
Charlie Villanueva had a season-high 30 points and outscored Charlotte by himself in the third quarter, leading the Detroit Pistons to a 98-75 win over the Bobcats on Wednesday night.
Villanueva scores 18 in 3rd, Pistons win (AP)
Charlie Villanueva had a season-high 30 points and outscored Charlotte by himself in the third quarter, leading the Detroit Pistons to a 98-75 win over the Bobcats on Wednesday night. The Pistons have a .500 record after winning two straight for the first time this season. Gerald Wallace scored 12, Flip Murray had 11 points and Raymond Felton added 10 for the offensively challenged Bobcats, who...
Magic's Howard rips refs on blog, fined (AP)
Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard has been fined $15,000 by the NBA for publicly criticizing officials on his blog. The league made the announcement Tuesday. The comments were posted on Howard's blog after the Magic's loss to Detroit last week. Howard fouled out in the game after playing a little more than 16 minutes.
Pistons dispatch 76ers behind Gordon, Wallace
Ben Gordon scored 23 points and Ben Wallace added 16 rebounds, helping the Detroit Pistons beat the 76ers 88-81.
Gordon, Wallace lift Pistons over 76ers (AP)
Ben Gordon scored 23 points and Ben Wallace added 16 rebounds, helping the Detroit Pistons beat the Philadelphia 76ers 88-81 on Sunday. Wallace had seven of Detroit's 21 offensive rebounds, and added three blocks and three steals. Charlie Villanueva added 16 points. Andre Iguodala led Philadelphia with 24 points, but the 76ers couldn't overcome missing their last eight field-goal attempts.
Detroit Pistons' Tayshaun Prince out indefinitely with ruptured disc
The Pistons say forward Tayshaun Prince will be out of the lineup indefinitely due to a small rupture of a disc in his lower back.
Howard's 22 and 12 get Magic by Pistons (AP)
Dwight Howard had 22 points and 12 rebounds to help the Orlando Magic hold off Charlie Villanueva and the Detroit Pistons 110-103 Friday night. Villanueva scored 22 of his 28 points in the fourth quarter, but it wasn't enough to get past the defending Eastern Conference champs, who led by 19 early and never trailed at all.
Bargnani's 1st double-double fuels Raptors' win
Andrea Bargnani had 22 points and 12 rebounds for his first double-double of the season, Chris Bosh scored 25 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Detroit Pistons 110-99 on Wednesday night.
Bargnani, Bosh lead Raptors past Pistons (AP)
Andrea Bargnani had 22 points and 12 rebounds for his first double-double of the season, Chris Bosh scored 25 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Detroit Pistons 110-99 on Wednesday night. Hedo Turkoglu added 16 points and Antoine Wright had 12 for the Raptors, who had lost seven of their previous eight games against the Pistons.
Magic G Carter sidelined against Suns (AP)
Orlando Magic guard Vince Carter was sidelined against the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night with a sprained left ankle. Carter was first injured Friday against New Jersey. Magic coach Stan Van Gundy said Carter aggravated the ankle again Tuesday night versus Detroit. Carter's status is day to day. The 32-year-old guard was Orlando's biggest acquisition this summer.
Magic's Carter sidelined with ankle injury
Orlando Magic guard Vince Carter was sidelined against the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night with a sprained left ankle. Carter was first injured Friday against New Jersey. Magic coach Stan Van Gundy said Carter aggravated the ankle again Tuesday night versus Detroit. Carter's status is day to day. The 32-year-old guard was Orlando's biggest free agent splash this summer. The Magic acquired Carter from New Jersey in a trade that sent Courtney Lee, Rafer Alston and Tony Battie to the Nets.
Former Piston Dave Bing re-elected mayor of Detroit
Dave Bing has been re-elected mayor of Detroit.
Shorthanded Pistons halt Magic's perfect run
Ben Gordon scored 23 points and Rodney Stuckey added 20 as the short-handed Detroit Pistons beat Orlando 85-80 on Tuesday night, handing the Magic their first loss of the season.
Pistons' guards send Magic to first loss (AP)
Ben Gordon scored 23 points and Rodney Stuckey added 20 as the short-handed Detroit Pistons beat Orlando 85-80 on Tuesday night, handing the Magic their first loss of the season. Detroit's Tayshaun Prince saw his streak of 496 straight games played end as he was sidelined with a back injury. Prince last missed a game on April 13, 2003 -- during his rookie season -- against Memphis.
Detroit Pistons' Tayshaun Prince (back) ends games streak at 496
Detroit Pistons forward Tayshaun Prince will miss Tuesday's game against the Orlando Magic with a back injury, ending his consecutive-games streak at 496.
Pistons plan to rest Hamilton for another game
Richard Hamilton will miss a third straight game with a sprained right ankle Tuesday when the Detroit Pistons host the Orlando Magic. Hamilton was injured in last week's season-opening win at Memphis and X-rays on the ankle were negative. He scored a team-high 25 points in the victory and the Coatesville, Pa., native has led Detroit in scoring for seven straight seasons. The Pistons struggled offensively without him in losses to Oklahoma City and Milwaukee.
Richard Hamilton out of Detroit Pistons-Orlando Magic game with sprain
Richard Hamilton will miss another Pistons game with a sprained ankle.
Bucks star Redd will miss at least 2 weeks
Bucks guard Michael Redd is out for at least two weeks after straining a tendon in his left knee during Milwaukee's home opener. Redd tore two ligaments in the same knee on Jan. 24 and missed the rest of last season, but said he felt healthy and stronger than ever coming into training camp. Redd scored nine points in 23 minutes against Detroit on Saturday night before leaving in the third quarter. He underwent an MRI on the knee on Sunday.
Denver Nuggets sign backup Renaldo Balkman to extension
The Denver Nuggets have signed backup Renaldo Balkman to a contract extension and also exercised the fourth-year option on guard Arron Afflalo, who was acquired from Detroit last summer.
Jennings leads Bucks to victory in home opener
Rookie Brandon Jennings scored 21 of his 24 points in the second half, Hakim Warrick came off the bench to add 21 points and the Milwaukee Bucks won their home opener with a 96-85 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night.
Jennings' 24 rally Bucks past Pistons (AP)
Rookie Brandon Jennings scored 21 of his 24 points in the second half, Hakim Warrick came off the bench to add 21 points and the Milwaukee Bucks won their home opener with a 96-85 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night. Tayshun Prince's 11-foot jumper from the baseline pulled the Pistons to 81-77 with 5:51 to play, but Warrick made two free throws and Jennings hit a runner in the...
Durant drives Thunder past Pistons for 2-0 start
Kevin Durant scored 11 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 91-83 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night.
Randolph's 30 helps Memphis to first win (AP)
Zach Randolph scored 30 points Friday night to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to their first victory of the season, 115-107 over the Toronto Raptors. Six Grizzlies finished in double figures. Marc Gasol added 19 points for Memphis, which lost by 22 to the Detroit Pistons in the season opener Wednesday night.
Durant has 11 of 25 in 4th, Thunder win (AP)
Kevin Durant scored 11 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 91-83 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. The franchise is 2-0 for the first time since the 2003-04 season when it was in Seattle. The Thunder began 1-16 last season, their first in Oklahoma City, and didn't get their second victory until Nov.
Pistons' Hamilton out 2 games with sprained ankle
Detroit Pistons guard Richard Hamilton will miss at least two games because of a sprained right ankle. Pistons coach John Kuester says Ben Gordon will start in Hamilton's spot Friday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder and Chucky Atkins was activated to add depth. Hamilton also will not play Saturday night at Milwaukee. He was injured late in Wednesday night's season-opening win at Memphis. Postgame X-rays on the ankle were negative.
Detroit Pistons' Richard Hamilton out two games with ankle sprain
Detroit Pistons guard Richard Hamilton will miss at least two games bec