Andre Drummond had 20 points and 16 rebounds, and the Detroit Pistons scored the first 13 points of the fourth quarter before holding on for a 106-101 victory over the injury-plagued Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night.
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Pistons get signature win over LeBron, East-leading Cavs
Auburn Hills: The Detroit Pistons pulled off one of their biggest wins of the season Thursday, beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 106-101 at the Palace. The Pistons opened the fourth on a 13-0 run, then held their lead the rest of the way.
Antetokounmpo leads Bucks to 104-93 win over Knicks
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 22 of his 32 points in the second half to help the Milwaukee Bucks overcome a third-quarter deficit and beat the New York Knicks 104-93 on Wednesday night. The Bucks extended their winning streak to four games with the win, moving to within a half-game of Chicago for the eighth playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.
Hawl in: a Palace of nightmares that became one of dreams for the Bulls
… vs Detroit Pistons at The Palace. Game 4. Auburn Hills, MI 5/27/1991 CREDIT: Manny Millan (Photo by Manny Millan /Sports Illustrated/Getty Images) (Set Number: X41482 ) Basketball: NBA Playoffs: Chicago Bulls Michael Jordan (23) in action vs Detroit …
Lorenzo Brown returns to provide backcourt depth to Drive
The Grand Rapids Drive added backcourt strength and brought in a familiar face Friday with the return on Lorenzo Brown. Brown was signed by the NBA Development League team after playing overseas in China for the Zhejiang Golden Bulls of the Chinese Basketball Association.
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Anthony Davis had 33 points and 14 rebounds, and the New Orleans Pelicans snapped a three-game skid with a 109-86 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. Pistons 6-foot-11 center Andre Drummond was ejected for swatting at the back of 6-foot-1 Pelicans guard Tim Frazier’s head after Frazier had ripped away a rebound late in the third quarter.
Detroit Pistons look to sweep Boogie-less Pelicans
Following a wild overtime win over Portland, the Detroit Pistons travel to New Orleans to face Anthony Davis and the Pelicans . DeMarcus Cousins has been the talk of the town since the All-Star break, when he was traded from the Sacramento Kings to the New Orleans Pelicans.
Knicks’ luck unchanged
New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony takes a last second shot as Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan defends it in the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game at Madison Square Garden in New York, Monday, Feb. 27, 2017. Anthony missed the shot and the Raptors defeated the Knicks 92-91.
Knicks waive Brandon Jennings, lose Joakim Noah to surgery
If the New York Knicks are going to make a playoff push, it will come without two of the key veterans they signed last summer. Noah will have left knee surgery, a person with knowledge of the details told The Associated Press.
Reports: Knicks plan to waive guard Jennings2017-02-27T13:37:32
During their offseason roster overhaul, the New York Knicks signed free-agent guard Brandon Jennings in hopes he could both spark his career and provide valuable backup minutes for the team. As of this morning, the Knicks are 12th in the Eastern Conference and four games out of the No.
Antetokounmpo scores 28, Bucks beat Suns 100-96
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 28 points, Tony Snell made a clinching 3-pointer from the corner in the closing seconds and the Milwaukee Bucks held off the Phoenix Suns, 100-96 on Sunday. Michael Beasley added 17 points and Malcolm Brogdon had 15 as the Bucks swept the two-game season series with the Suns.
4-on-4: Detroit Pistons’ post trade deadline questions
Feb 12, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Pistons head coach Stan Van Gundy watches the warm up before the start of a game against the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre.The Detroit Pistons won 102-101. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports The Detroit Pistons weren’t players at the trade deadline.
The Read & React: Celtics crumble (again) vs. Raptors
Celtics paid the price for doing nothing : When I learned that Indiana wanted the whole boat for Paul George and the Bulls weren’t interested in moving Butler all that much, I excused Danny Ainge for not unboxing the fireworks now. My fury didn’t falter for the C’s not making some move to improve.
Charlotte Hornets Hunt for New Life After the All-Star Break, Take on Detroit
The Charlotte Hornets limped into the All-Star break on a four-game losing streak, and they will get another opportunity to change the tide in tonight’s matchup with the Detroit Pistons. The Charlotte Hornets will try to turn their season around when they travel to The Palace of Auburn Hills for a matchup with the Detroit Pistons .
Detroit Pistons’ Andre Drummond not likely to be traded?
There have been rumors about a potential Drummond trade surrounding the Boston Celtics, but that is purely speculative at this point. That rumor was started because Andre Drummond retweeted eye emojis from Isaiah Thomas and then tweeted the same emoji himself.
If we blow it all up
Why? Detroit moves Drummond & his cap, gets Chriss a potential PF stud, and a top 3-4 NBA pick. Save $10m in cap space for 2017.
Detroit had better get hot
Cousins just got moved. Are the Pistons going to stand pat or does SVG have something up his sleeve.
Takes a village: ‘Greek Freak’ got many assists growing up
In this Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, photo, graffiti by artist Same84 depicting Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetonkoumpo covers the basketball field in Athens, Greece, of Tritonas, the first team of Giannis Antetokounmpo. From a scrawny, literally hungry kid kicking a ball around in an open field in the Athens neighborhood of Sepolia to a starter in the NBA All-Star Game, Antetonkoumpo has come a very long way.
NBA Trade Rumors: Pistons and Magic have discussed Reggie Jackson and DJ Augustin exchange
According to Marc Stein of ESPN, the Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic have had trade discussions centered around Reggie Jackson and DJ Augustin. Jeff Green would also be included to match salaries.
Spurs top Pacers for NBA-record 20th straight winning season
Kawhi Leonard scored 32 points and the San Antonio Spurs clinched their NBA-record 20th consecutive winning season with a 110-106 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. LaMarcus Aldridge scored 10 of his 19 points during the final 6 1/2 minutes as the Spurs improved to 42-13 in the season following Tim Duncan’s retirement.
Re: Frustrated Lowry says ‘something gotta change’
We don’t normally throw up post-game quotes just as they are, but Kyle Lowry’s comments following Sunday’s frustrating loss to the Detroit Pistons were interesting – and biting – enough to warrant sharing. We’ll post the video when it’s up on YouTube in a bit, but here’s the transcription of Lowry’s post-game chat.
Spurs take control at end of 1st half, beat Pistons 103-92-Image3
Kawhi Leonard scored 32 points and the San Antonio Spurs never trailed in an easy 103-92 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. San Antonio’s Dewayne Dedmon had 17 points and 17 rebounds, reaching season highs in both categories.
Spurs take control at end of 1st half, beat Pistons 103-92
Kawhi Leonard scored 32 points and the San Antonio Spurs never trailed in an easy 103-92 win over the Detroit Pistons on Friday night. San Antonio’s Dewayne Dedmon had 17 points and 17 rebounds, reaching season highs in both categories.
Lakers vs. Pistons Game Preview: Motown during the Grammys
The Los Angeles Lakers roll along through their five-game Grammy’s road trip, next making a stop in Motown. The Detroit Pistons beat the Lakers a few weeks ago, but the purple and gold get another crack at the Stan Van Gundy-led team Wednesday afternoon.
Pistons pull away in 3rd quarter, beat 76ers 113-96
Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris makes a layup on Philadelphia 76ers forward Nerlens Noel during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, in Auburn Hills, Mich. Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris makes a layup on Philadelphia 76ers forward Nerlens Noel during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, in Auburn Hills, Mich.
Ellenson and Hilliard thrive in D-League stint, Gbinije sputters
Darrun Hilliard , Henry Ellenson and Michael Gbinije just had their longest stretch of consecutive games for the Drive this season. Ellenson and Gbinije have played five games in a row for the Drive, while Hilliard joined them for the first three.
Irving, Rose out for Cavs-Knicks game
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving drives against New Orleans Pelicans forward Terrence Jones during the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Jan. 23, 2017, in New Orleans. /Copyright 2017 The Associated Press.
Pistons on playoff pace but this defense might make it a brief, ugly stay
The Detroit Pistons have ascended back above the NBA’s playoff cut line, which typically would suggest a good win-loss record, a good defensive team, or both. The Pistons have hit the 50-game mark perfectly positioned to play the subservient in another four-game sacrificial playoff ceremony against Cleveland this spring.
Bucks vs. Rockets Final Score: Milwaukee Shimmies to Offensive Outburst in win, 127-114
A perplexing Bucks season only added to its confusing legacy tonight, snapping a five-game losing streak with an offensive explosion in a 127-114 against Houston. Milwaukee shook up its starting lineup, inserting Miles Plumlee for John Henson , giving Plumlee his first start since November 25th against the Raptors .
Sacramento Kings: Looking at the Week Ahead January 23rd Edition
This article takes a look at the Sacramento Kings schedule for the week of January 23rd to January 29th to give you a guide of what is ahead. The Sacramento Kings have lost five straight games entering the week.
Who would the Pistons protect if the league expanded?
There have been many reports and rumours coming out of the woodwork recently about the fascinating phenomenon of NBA expansion. Stories have recently indicated or guessed that Seattle, Louisville and even Mexico City are possible locations for expansion franchises.
Morris’ buzzer-beater lifts Pistons past Wizards 113-112
Detroit Pistons forward Marcus Morris drives on Washington Wizards forward Kelly Oubre Jr. during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, in Auburn Hills, Mich. Detroit Pistons forward Marcus Morris drives on Washington Wizards forward Kelly Oubre Jr. during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, in Auburn Hills, Mich.
Pistons look to continue streak against the red-hot Wizards
The Washington Wizards look to continue their fine when they play their third game in four nights against the rested Detroit Pistons The Wizards are looking to continue their climb and push for a position in the top four of the Eastern Conference as they visit the Detroit Pistons at the Palace of Auburn Hills on Saturday. They are currently 5th and only 1.5 games back from the 4th place Atlanta Hawks.
Magic to lose Jodie Meeks for 4-6 weeks due to thumb injury
Orlando Magic guard Jodie Meeks left Wednesday’s game in New Orleans due to an apparent injury to his shooting hand, and he did not return. Meeks suffered the injury attempting to steal the ball from Anthony Davis ; Davis’s knee happened to hit Meeks’ hand as he was reaching for the basketball.
George helps Pacers rally past Kings 106-100 win
Paul George scored 24 points, Jeff Teague had 22 points, 11 assists and seven rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers used a big second half to beat the Sacramento Kings 106-100 on Wednesday night. Indiana trailed by as many as 22 points in the first half, and then outscored Sacramento 65-40 in the final two quarters to win for the seventh time in eight games.
George helps Pacers rally past Kings 106-100 win
Paul George scored 24 points, Jeff Teague had 22 points, 11 assists and seven rebounds, and the Indiana Pacers used a big second half to beat the Sacramento Kings 106-100 on Wednesday night. Indiana trailed by as many as 22 points in the first half, and then outscored Sacramento 65-40 in the final two quarters to win for the seventh time in eight games.
Jeff Teague, Paul George help Pacers hold off Pelicans 98-95
For the fourth time in 30 days, the former All-Star guard flirted with his first career triple-double and Paul George scored 20 points to help the Indiana Pacers hold off the New Orleans Pelicans 98-95. Teague finished with 16 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds – the closest he’s come yet this season.
Lakersa improved energy not enough in 102-97 loss to Pistons
Detroit Pistons guard Ish Smith, right, shoots as Los Angeles Lakers forward Brandon Ingram defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, in Los Angeles. LOS ANGELES >> The debilitating losses in recent days did not just expose the Lakers’ inferiority against the NBA’s elite.
Deng, why the hell no?
Deng is four years older than Mo. He is overpaid at $18/ for three more years. Better ver leadership than currently on the roster.
Still got game? Ice Cube, Iverson back 3-on-3 hoops league
Now, he’s going to make it happen. The rapper turned entertainment mogul is starting a 3-on-3 league for former professional basketball players.