Archive for September, 2010

10 NBA Players We Wish We Could Ship To China

Despite people like Brett Favre and Jamie Moyer who vehemently deny the existence of this phenomenon, age generally has a direct effect on performance.

Pistons rookie Greg Monroe fitting in fast on court and around town

All it took was one tweet from Pistons rookie Greg Monroe to convince Metro Detroiters he’s one of them.

With several Detroit Pistons players in great shape, now is the time to pick up the offensive pace

Ben Wallace is always in excellent shape, but offseason reports suggest several Pistons players are entering training camp in peak physical condition.

There’s no slowing down for Pistons veteran Ben Wallace

He’s 36 and a 15-year NBA veteran, but Pistons center Ben Wallace refuses to think his tank has run empty.

Hayes: Skippers look to advance in standings

Now is the time to make a move. The St. Clair County Community College volleyball team is approaching the midpoint of its season.

Jokes for days: Media Day gives a glimpse at team’s personalities

With cameras rolling and a room full of reporters, I’m under no delusion that players act completely natural in that setting.

Pistons invite power forward Ike Diogu to training camp

The Detroit Pistons have decided to invite six-foot nine-inch power forward, Ike Diogu, to training camp.A Diogu was selected by Golden State as the 9th pick in the 2005 draft after a stellar career at Arizona State University.A He had a mediocre rookie season where averaged 7 points and 3 rebounds in 69 appearances.A He has played in only 60 games …

Really? Talent Doesn’t Win Championships? A Look Back at The Last Ten NBA Champs

Phil Jackson, the Zen Master, the master of the back handed compliment, has struck again.

NBC Sports preview: Pistons will win 30 games

More NBA previews are starting to surface — NBC Sports projects the Pistons to finish with 30 wins.

Early season preview aren’t kind to Pistons

Many NBA training camps open up in the next few days, including the Pistons camp, scheduled to start on Monday.

Sunsa balance brings a 04 Pistons to mind

A cagey, veteran All-Star point guard. A do-it-all small forward. The scoring two-guard. The versatile, criticized power forward and the dirt-working, afro-sporting center.

Jerebko, Davidson will be at Costco Pistons Basketball

If you’re shopping at the Auburn Hills Costco store today, it might feel a bit like an NBA game.

Writer: Pistons’ Richard Hamilton is tradable

Pistons.com editor Keith Langlois recently answered fans’ questions on the Web site.

Kevin Durant and the Top 20 Free Throw Shooters in NBA History

Free throws are infinitely easier to miss than to make; just ask Ben Wallace. Some of the best players will tell you that repetition is the key to having success at the line.

Tom Long: Film explores Phil Spector’s madness and brilliance

Never has a film been more accurately titled than “The Agony and the Ecstasy of Phil Spector.” A documentary examination of the genius, madness, arrogance and abject insecurity of rock music’s most famous record producer, the film simultaneously revels in the man’s obviously distorted views, the brilliance of his groundbreaking musical work in the …

Music producer Phil Spector is serving a 19-year sentence for second-degree murder.

Never has a film been more accurately titled than “The Agony and the Ecstasy of Phil Spector.” A documentary examination of the genius, madness, arrogance and abject insecurity of rock music’s most famous record producer, the film simultaneously revels in the man’s obviously distorted views, the brilliance of his groundbreaking musical work in the …

Bulls planning to hire Adrian Griffin as assistant coach

The Bulls have settled on Adrian Griffin as their new assistant coach, according to the Racine Journal-Times. There was no official confirmation from the Bulls, but one league source said the transaction looked promising.

Shaq Vs. Kobe and The 10 Best Rivalries in NBA History

Throughout the NBA’s history, there have been quite a handful of heated rivalries.

Rip Hamilton speaks for the first time this summer, doesn’t say much

Through all of the trade rumors of this offseason, all of the questions about his health and whether he’s washed up and through adding another veteran who plays the same position as him, Pistons captain Rip Hamilton has remained silent.

Dennis Rodman: The Case For the Hall of Fame

Dennis Rodman was a candidate to be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame this past summer.

Should the Detroit Pistons open the shooting guard competition?

Earlier this offseason when I was lobbying the Detroit Pistons to sign Tracy McGrady , something I believed would be an advantage was the potential for increased competition among perimeter players with something to prove.

Charlie Villanueva starting would be the best lineup option for the Detroit Pistons

After signing as a free agent last season, Charlie Villanueva had an up and down season to say the least.