Cavs’ J.R. Smith Returns to Lineup in Loss to Pistons

Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith returned Thursday night against the Detroit Pistons in his first game since fracturing the thumb on his right shooting hand in December. Smith came of the bench and played 19 minutes in the Cavs’ 106-101 loss. “I felt good,” Smith said. “Just trying to get used to running up and […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
The NBA’s Deadliest 1-on-1 Players

Jake Rauchbach uses Synergy Sports figures to break down the top isolation scorers in the league this season.

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA PM: The 8-Seed Conundrum

Is it better to earn an 8 seed and gain valuable playoff experience, or miss the playoffs for a shot at a high lottery pick?

Alan Draper  •  30 Oct 2023
Pistons’ Drummond Ejected in Loss to Pelicans

Andre Drummond was ejected from the Detroit Pistons’ 109-86 loss to the Pelicans on Wednesday night for shoving New Orleans’ Tim Frazier in the back of the head after the whistle. Frazier, a 6-foot-1 point guard, ripped away a defensive rebound from the 6-foot-11 Drummond underneath the Pelicans’ basket with 1:23 to play in the […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Pistons Retire Richard Hamilton’s No. 32 Jersey

(Richard) Hamilton was back at The Palace on Sunday, when the Pistons retired his No. 32 jersey at halftime of the game against the Celtics. It was an emotional honor for Hamilton and the Detroit fans, not just because of his contributions to the team over the years, but because it reflected a healing of […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Van Gundy: Reggie Jackson Frustrated With Me

It’s been a weird month for Reggie Jackson. Not only has he struggled in finding his burst of speed again, but rumors circulated for weeks the Detroit Pistons were looking to trade him. “I think he’s been trying defensively,” said Pistons president-coach Stan Van Gundy. “Just offensively, we’ve got to find an answer. I know […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
Source: Pistons Aggressively Shopping Reggie Jackson

Detroit has been aggressive in shopping Reggie Jackson, sources told The Vertical. Looking for a first round pick, young player, expiring. Source: Chris Mannix of The Vertical

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA PM: 2017 Trade Deadline Watch Part II

With less than 24 hours to go before the trade deadline, some familiar names continue to be discussed.

Alan Draper  •  27 Oct 2023
Pistons Open to Trading Drummond?

Hearing more and more teams say today they believe Detroit will NOT discourage trade inquiries for center Andre Drummond this week. Source: Marc Stein of ESPN

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021