In the wake of NBA legend Kobe Bryant’s passing, some NBA players have announced a number change to honor one of the game’s greatest icons. That includes the Pistons’ own Markieff Morris – a Philadelphia native, just like Bryant. Morris explained the reasoning for his decision to switch from jersey number 8 – the Mamba’s…
Author: Dylan Edenfield
It’s a Make or Miss League: Three Observations from Detroit’s Defeating Loss to Washington
The Detroit Pistons matched up with the Washington Wizards for the fourth and final time this season, culminating in a hotly-contested game that ended the Pistons small win streak, 106-100. This contest was similar to the last three meetings of these teams, high on the offense and low on the defense. Nothing too surprising in…
The Pistons’ Point Guard Predicament
For years, depth at point guard was an issue for the Detroit Pistons. With starting point guard Reggie Jackson sidelined for a big portion of his tenure with the team, the Pistons have struggled to make the position a positive over the years. Steve Blake, Beno Udrih (who was actually pretty decent), and Jose Calderon…
It’s a Make or Miss League: Three Observations from Detroit’s Intriguing Victory Over Boston
The now-rebuilding Detroit Pistons took on the contending Boston Celtics on Wednesday night at TD Garden, but it was Detroit who came out of the contest victorious, winning 116-103. In undoubtedly the team’s best offensive performance, the Pistons – in Derrick Rose’s first start since November – dominated the Celtics in the second half. In…
Derrick Rose Fined $25,000 for Throwing Pen Into Stands
In a season where Andre Drummond has been already been sidelined due to an allergic reaction from an avocado, it just keeps getting weirder for the Detroit Pistons. Derrick Rose has been fined $25,000 for throwing a pen into the stands of Little Caesar’s Arena in Monday’s loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, the NBA…
REPORT: Multiple Teams Interested in Markieff Morris
Trade rumors continue to swirl around the Detroit Pistons’ role players as the team likely heads for rebuild mode. This time, it’s veteran power forward Markieff Morris, who has had an up-and-down season with the Pistons, while also facing setbacks with injury throughout the campaign. Both of the Los Angeles teams, the Clippers and Lakers,…
REPORT: Sixers Expressing Interest in Langston Galloway, Luke Kennard
With the Detroit Pistons looking in a completely different direction compared to the start of the season, it may be time to unload veterans that could be useful to contending teams. Langston Galloway and, out of seemingly nowhere, Luke Kennard have been on the radar of the Philadelphia 76ers, according to Keith Pompey of the…
REPORT: “There’s Optimism” Reggie Jackson Could Return From Back Injury in Coming Weeks
The Detroit Pistons have been without starting point guard Reggie Jackson for nearly three months. Sidelined by a back injury, Jackson has been adequately replaced by the rejuvenated Derrick Rose and the improving Bruce Brown. Both of these players have vastly different playstyles compared to Jackson, and the team’s offense has reflected that this season….
REPORT: Hawks Unwilling to Include First Round Pick in Andre Drummond Trade So Far
As Andre Drummond’s future with the Detroit Pistons continues to hang in the balance, the chances of him becoming an Atlanta Hawk don’t seem to be as likely as originally thought. Due to his impending free agency and uncertainty of where he’ll land next, it’s understandable why teams might be hesitant to give up assets…
Blake Griffin Undergoes Surgery on Left Knee, Sidelined Indefinitely
Detroit Pistons All-NBA forward Blake Griffin underwent successful surgery on his left knee, and will now be sidelined indefinitely, the team announced Tuesday. Griffin, who was sidelined for the team’s first 10 games, has played in just 18 contests over the course of the season. Despite the extended time to rehab over the summer, Griffin…
