Detroit Sports Nation wishes a happy 35th birthday to Detroit Pistons forward Tayshaun Prince. As a small means of celebration, here is a highlight video capturing some of the greatest moments of his career. Talk about an underrated player, Tayshaun truly was special in his prime. Enjoy!
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Pistons dancer makes backwards over-the-head half court shot (Video)
Have you ever made a half court shot on a basketball court? Of course you have. How about a backwards over-the-head half court shot? Well, that is exactly what one of the Detroit Pistons dancers did, check it out! Do you think you could pull this off?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8qUuJpBAFM
Pistons host Knicks before heading out on long road trip
Who: New York Knicks (10-46) @ Detroit Pistons (23-34) When: 7:30 pm, FSD / Detroit Sports 105.1 FM Where: The Palace of Auburn Hills, Auburn Hills MI What to Watch For: 1. Sliding Knickerbockers The Knicks are in the midst of one of their worst seasons in team history and currently have the worst record in the league, … Read more
Stan Van Gundy sits down with Brandon Jennings to discuss future
The acquisition of Reggie Jackson has worked out quite well for the Detroit Pistons thus far. Jackson has played solid since being brought to the Motor City, averaging 19.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 7 assists in his two games against the Washington Wizards and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Stan Van Gundy has made it extremely obvious … Read more
Pistons Start Strong but Wilt Late in 102-93 Loss to Cavs
Try, try, and try some more. That is what these Detroit Pistons are all about. After two impressive victories over the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards, Detroit fought against LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers, but it wasn’t enough. Stan Van Gundy’s squad were able to stick with the Cavs for most of the contest Tuesday … Read more
Report: Pistons Claim Shawne Williams
ESPN’s Marc Stein is reporting the Detroit Pistons have claimed small forward Shawne Williams off waivers, two days after his contact was bought out by the New Orleans Pelicans. Williams, who last played for the Miami Heat, was a part of a three-team deal that sent Goran Dragic to the Heat last week. Williams was averaging 6.6 points … Read more
Heat’s Chris Bosh Out for Season
Miami Heat center Chris Bosh will miss the rest of the season after tests revealed he had developed blood clots in one of his lungs. The Miami Herald and ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported Bosh had been complaining of pain in his chest for several days following last Sunday’s All-Star Game. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was optimistic regarding Bosh’s recovery. “His health will … Read more
Trade Deadline Outlook: Detroit Pistons Edition
With All-Star Weekend officially complete, the Detroit Pistons find now themselves in the thick of the Eastern Conference playoff race. They currently sit two games out of the eighth and final spot with 28 games remaining in the regular season. This is usually the time of the year where teams on the boundary of playoff … Read more
Draymond Green has “significant interest” in coming home to Detroit this summer
Draymond Green would like to come back home. Yahoo’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports the Saginaw native and Michigan State alum would be intrigued in joining the Detroit Pistons this summer. While his stay with Golden State has obviously been a positive one, Green has not hidden that he has “significant interest” in coming back, possibly this … Read more
More Trade Rumors: Kings Interested in Jonas Jerebko
The NBA Trade Deadline is fast approaching, so expect a flurry of rumors regarding many players and teams, including your Detroit Pistons. The latest of these rumors suggest the Sacramento Kings may be interested in the longest tenured Piston on the roster: Jonas Jerebko. According to The Sporting News, the Kings have become very active after hiring … Read more
Eastern Conference Standings at the All-Star Break
Despite going into the All-Star Break losing 7 of their last 11, the Detroit Pistons are only two games still behind Miami for the eighth spot/final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. After Milwaukee in the standings, all of the teams fighting for the last two playoff spots aren’t very good. Charlotte, Miami, Brooklyn, Boston, … Read more
Burke shines, Caldwell-Pope struggles in ‘Rising Stars Challenge’
NBA All-Star Weekend is officially underway as the BBVA Compass Rising Stars Challenge is in the books. The game featured the USA vs. the World and a couple of players with Michigan ties were teammates for the USA team. Former University of Michigan standout Trey Burke scored 17 points while dishing out 4 assists as the USA … Read more
What does the Mo Williams trade mean for the Pistons?
Earlier this week, the Charlotte Hornets traded guard Gary Neal and a second-round pick for Mo Williams and Troy Daniels. Williams will be an immediate upgrade for the Hornets at point guard as they have been starting Brian Roberts since their star point guard Kemba Walker went down with a torn left meniscus. Walker hasn’t … Read more
Play of the Night: John Lucas III Drills Buzzer Beater From Half Court
The Pistons struggled to put points on the board for much of the evening, but John Lucas III sure made things look easy when he pulled up from 45 and canned this second quarter buzzer beater. Lucas would finish with 9 points and 6 assists in a 104-87 loss to the San Antonio Spurs.
Defense again a problem as Pistons fall to Timberwolves
Defense has become a concerning factor in many of the Pistons’ recent games. Stan Van Gundy has repeatedly shown and expressed his discomfort with this team’s defensive efforts. Tonight was unfortunately no different, as the Pistons dropped a 112-101 decision to the Minnesota Timberwolves, a squad that has the second-worst record in the NBA. Detroit has now … Read more
Eastern Conference Standings as of February 7th, 2015
The Detroit Pistons have been steadfast in their contention for the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference. As we creep ever closer to the All-Star break, Detroit is looking to surpass the veteran-led Brooklyn Nets and the reeling Miami Heat. Detroit has won three of their last four games and are now only two games … Read more
