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Report: Hawks Interviewed Nate McMillan

May 16, 2013

Nate McMillan interviewed for the Atlanta Hawks’ coaching job on Wednesday, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. Atlanta general manager Danny Ferry is going through the unorthodox process of conducting a coaching search while his... »Read More

Detroit Pistons to Interview Brian Shaw?

May 15, 2013

Indiana Pacers associate head coach Brian Shaw has been contacted by the Detroit Pistons to interview for the team’s head coaching job, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. via Tom Leyden... »Read More

Pistons Want Spurs’ Assistant Budenholzer

May 13, 2013

Sources say there is no leading candidate for the Pistons’ vacant head coach postion, though the Pistons’ ability to pry an interview out of Mike Budenholzer certainly represented some leeway in the San Antonio... »Read More

Pistons Interested in Mo Cheeks?

May 11, 2013

@ESPNSteinLine reports Darrell Walker will interview for #Pistons opening. #Thunder assistant Mo Cheeks is on their radar as well. via Vincent Ellis via Twitter »Read More

Bucks to Interview J.B. Bickerstaff as Coach

May 10, 2013

Houston Rockets assistant J.B. Bickerstaff is interviewing Friday for the Milwaukee Bucks head coaching job, a source confirmed. Bickerstaff’s interview comes one day after another Rockets assistant, former Bucks assistant Kelvin Sampson, had an... »Read More

Sources: Pistons to Interview Bickerstaff

May 7, 2013

Houston Rockets assistant coach J.B. Bickerstaff will interview for the Detroit Pistons’ head coaching job on Wednesday, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. Bickerstaff, 34, has risen rapidly in the eyes of NBA executives as... »Read More

76ers Like Budenholzer or Malone as Coach?

May 6, 2013

It’s too early to identify a front-runner in the Philadelphia 76ers’ search for a new head coach, but the team has conducted a thorough background check on Golden State Warriors assistant coach Mike Malone, league... »Read More

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NBA AM: Clippers Not Sacrificing Enough

May 3, 2013

The Clippers are facing a must-win Game 7 and in order to extend their series, veteran Lamar Odom says team needs to learn about sacrifice »Read More

Sources: Pistons to Interview Nate McMillan

April 30, 2013

The Detroit Pistons have opened the interview process in their search for a new coach and are scheduled to sit down Tuesday with Nate McMillan, according to NBA coaching sources. McMillan was recently labeled... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings – Playoff Edition

April 29, 2013

Two teams have already advanced. Can the Golden State Warriors upset the Denver Nuggets? NBA Rankings, playoff edition. »Read More

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NBA Saturday: Jabari Parker Ready for Duke

April 27, 2013

Top recruit Jabari Parker talks Duke and the NBA... Does Toronto have a shot at Phil Jackson?... Who are the other top coaching candidates for this offseason's imminent coaching carousel? »Read More

Gilbert to Gores: Move Pistons Downtown

April 26, 2013

Quicken Loans Inc. Chairman and Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert had some advice Thursday for fellow NBA owner Tom Gores: Move the Detroit Pistons downtown. Gilbert, talking during a morning business breakfast at the... »Read More

Lindsey Hunter Interested in Pistons Vacancy?

April 25, 2013

Source: Lindsey Hunter has asked #Suns for permission to interview for #Pistons HC vacancy. It will likely be granted soon. via Matt Dery via Twitter »Read More

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NBA Head Coach Hiring Season Is Open

April 24, 2013

Cavaliers, Pistons, 76ers and Bobcats need new head coaches. NBA hiring and firing season is now in full swing. »Read More

Nate McMillan Frontrunner for Pistons Job?

April 22, 2013

Former Portland and Seattle coach Nate McMillan has emerged as the front-runner to replace the fired Lawrence Frank and become the new head coach of the Detroit Pistons, according to sources familiar with Detroit’s plans. The... »Read More

Lawrence Frank Fired by Detroit Pistons

April 18, 2013

In the world of professional sports, when a team struggles, the first person who gets blamed is usually the head coach. The NBA is certainly no different, and we’ve already seen Philadelphia 76ers head... »Read More

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NBA Coaches, Executives On The Way Out

April 18, 2013

Now that the regular season has ended, which coaches and executives may be on the way out? »Read More

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NBA AM: Ferry Preps For Hawks To Join Elite

April 17, 2013

Hawks GM Danny Ferry tells HOOPSWORLD he is trying to build a championship culture in Atlanta. Players around NBA are taking notice »Read More

Lawrence Frank Wants to Stay with Pistons

April 17, 2013

Lawrence Frank wants to remain Detroit Pistons head coach. One day after Pistons owner Tomes Gores bluntly said he wasn’t satisfiedwith on-court performance — Gores also praised basketball operations, which supports the notion that... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings – Week 24

April 15, 2013

Fifteen teams have locked in playoff berths. Will the LA Lakers or Utah Jazz make it sixteen? The NBA , 24 weeks in . . .  »Read More

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Grading the NBA Coaches: The East

April 13, 2013

Frank Vogel, Tom Thibodeau, Erik Spoelstra and Mike Woodson all had successful seasons on the bench, all things considered. But what grades did they earn from HOOPSWORLD? »Read More

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Six Pack: The Case for Woodson as Coach of Year

April 12, 2013

Why Mike Woodson deserves Coach of the Year love and why the Miami HEAT shouldn’t catch heat for resting LeBron James. »Read More

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Monroe, Drummond Forming Dynamic Duo

April 12, 2013

Despite another lottery-bound season, Pistons big men Greg Monroe and Andre Drummond give Detroit fans hope for the future.  »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 23

April 8, 2013

Thirteen teams have clinched including all eight in the Eastern Conference - the NBA Power Rankings 23 weeks in . . .  »Read More

Pistons End 18-Game Losing Streak to Bulls

April 8, 2013

And it had been over four years since fans had witnessed a victory over the Bulls on any court. “It feels good just to finish out a game strong against them, where we were... »Read More

Pistons’ Coach Frank On His Way Out?

April 7, 2013

It’s been a trying season for Lawrence Frank, both on and off the court. He missed six games to help his wife through an illness and the young Pistons have had trouble getting any... »Read More

Lawrence Frank: ‘very happy’ with Pistons

April 4, 2013

Pistons coach Lawrence Frank said he is “very happy” as the coach of the Pistons in response to a Yahoo! Sports report that he might be a candidate for the Rutgers coaching job. “I’m... »Read More

Pistons’ Jason Maxiell Done for Season

April 1, 2013

Detroit Pistons forward Jason Maxiell will miss the rest of the season after surgery to repair a detached retina. Maxiell began complaining of blurry vision last week and didn’t travel with the team for... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 22

April 1, 2013

After a lengthy slump, the N.Y. Knicks are suddenly hot, winners of eight straight - now sixth in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 22 »Read More

Jose Calderon Open to Toronto Return

March 29, 2013

“It was hard, yes, very hard,” (Jose) Calderon said Thursday in his first Toronto interview since his trade from the Raptors to the Detroit Pistons via the Memphis Grizzlies in early February. “Even if... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 21

March 25, 2013

The Houston Rockets are climbing up the NBA Power Rankings while the Boston Celtics are starting to fade. The NBA 21 weeks in . . .  »Read More

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NBA AM: Free Agency Stock On The Decline

March 22, 2013

Which NBA players have seen their stock decline the most heading into free agency? Let’s take a look … »Read More

Pistons’ Frank: ‘No one should feel safe’

March 22, 2013

The Pistons have four players who will become free agents in Jose Calderon, Jason Maxiell, Will Bynum and Corey Maggette. Rookie Kim English’s contract for next season is non-guaranteed. Rodney Stuckey’s $8.5 million contract... »Read More

Lawrence Frank Returns After Wifes’ Illness

March 18, 2013

Detroit Pistons Head Coach Lawrence Frank returned to the team Monday after missing six games due to a family illness. Frank’s wife fell seriously ill, and he returned to New Jersey, missing two home... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 20

March 18, 2013

The Denver Nuggets are the hottest team in the NBA, climbing to four in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 20. »Read More

Blame Rodney Stuckey for Pistons’ Woes?

March 18, 2013

Considering where this team lies — and falling faster than the aforementioned roller coaster to the bottom of the Eastern Conference — one can’t help wondering if (Rodney) Stuckey’s career-worst season is the main... »Read More

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Ranking the 2012-13 NBA Centers

March 15, 2013

Seemingly a dying position in today's NBA, HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the top centers in the game for the 2012-13 season. »Read More

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Ranking the 2012-13 NBA Power Forwards

March 15, 2013

With young power forwards like Blake Griffin and LaMarcus Aldridge owning the top six, can a veteran like Tim Duncan crack the list? »Read More

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NBA AM: Teams Stuck In The Basement

March 15, 2013

Some teams boast a handful of former lottery picks but remain stuck in the league’s basement. Let’s take a look at the residents »Read More

Brandon Knight Suffers Ankle Sprain

March 12, 2013

(Brandon) Knight tried to drive to the basket against Jazz guard Randy Foye when he took an awkward step. He fell to the floor, clutching the ankle. After receiving aid, he was helped to... »Read More

Drummond Progressing; No Return Date Set

March 11, 2013

The Pistons released the following statement regarding rookie center Andre Drummond: “Team doctors, in consultation with Dr. Robert Watkins and Dr. Robert Watkins Jr. of Los Angeles, are pleased with the progress of Andre... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 19

March 11, 2013

The Miami HEAT continue to dominate. The LA Lakers step into the West's top eight & 15 overall in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 19 »Read More

Pistons Owner Patient; Positive on Future

March 11, 2013

In a brief meeting with the media, with the youth teams he coaches along with him for the game, (Pistons owner Tom) Gores made a simple but possibly telling statement about the state of... »Read More

Pistons Interested in Mayo as Free Agent?

March 9, 2013

One player who will be — or at least should be — on the Detriot Pistons radar is Dallas Mavericks shooting guard O.J. Mayo, who has the option of entering free agency after the season. Mayo is... »Read More

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The Obtainable 2013 NBA Free Agents

March 9, 2013

Chris Paul is more likely than not to return to the L.A. Clippers this summer. Which big-name free agents are actually attainable? »Read More

Pistons Coach Frank Still Away from Team

March 9, 2013

Pistons coach Lawrence Frank is still away from the team with a personal matter, as his wife is back in New Jersey dealing with an illness. Assistant coach Brian Hill has run the team in recent days, and... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 18

March 4, 2013

The Golden State Warriors take a sizable dip in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 18 »Read More

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NBA Sunday: Warriors In Serious Trouble?

March 3, 2013

The Warriors have struggled over the past month and find themselves just three games ahead of the ninth place Los Angeles Lakers »Read More

Monroe, Pistons May Delay Talks Until 2014

March 1, 2013

As for (Greg) Monroe’s future, contract talks with the Pistons could begin after his third year, which would be this summer, but (agent David) Falk said the sides will put things off until July... »Read More

Calderon’s Future with Pistons Unclear

March 1, 2013

The (Jose) Calderon trade created even more financial flexibility for the Pistons going into the summer trade and free-agency season but Joe Dumars, the team’s president of basketball operations, has made it clear that... »Read More

No Buyout Demand for Corey Maggette

February 28, 2013

Swingman Corey Maggette , despite having not played in the past two months, said he hasn’t thought about approaching the team for a buyout so he could seek employment with a playoff team. “No,... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 17

February 25, 2013

Behind LeBron James, the Miami HEAT are dominating - climbing to the top of the NBA Power Rankings through Week 17. »Read More

Brandon Knight’s Knee MRI Shows No Damage

February 24, 2013

An MRI on Detroit Pistons guard Brandon Knight’s hyperextended right knee came back negative, but the second-year Detroit Pistons point guard will be out for an undisclosed period of time. Pistons doctor Ben Paolucci... »Read More

Pistons’ Bynum Suspended for Punch

February 24, 2013

Detroit Pistons guard Will Bynum has been suspended one game without pay by the NBA for striking Indiana forward Tyler Hansbrough in the stomach during a game against the Pacers.The suspension was announced in... »Read More

Kobe Bryant Almost a Piston?

February 18, 2013

After all the anger and angst and fury of the immediate post-Shaq era had inspired Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant to make a trade demand, Lakers owner Jerry Buss finally called his superstar... »Read More

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NBA Power Rankings Week 16

February 18, 2013

Where do all 30 teams stand as they head into the NBA trade deadline? The NBA Power Rankings, 16 weeks in . . .  »Read More

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Biggest Trade Deadline Steals of All-Time

February 18, 2013

Most deadline trades are either good or mediocre for both teams involved, but there have been some that have proven to be tremendous steals. »Read More

Drummond Eyes Next Years’ Dunk Contest

February 18, 2013

Raptors rookie swingman Terrence Ross already has a challenger for his slam-dunk crown. Pistons rookie Andre Drummond tossed his hat into the ring Friday morning, saying he was hoping to compete in the dunk... »Read More

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Andre Drummond believes he ‘could be great’

February 16, 2013

Despite a back injury, Detroit Pistons rookie Andre Drummond is confident he will develop into high-impact NBA player. »Read More

Pistons Want Henderson and Smith?

February 11, 2013

The Pistons have been linked to Hawks forward Josh Smith and Bobcats shooting guard Gerald Henderson; both are expected to be offseason targets of the Pistons, especially with so much cap space to play... »Read More

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NBA AM: Deals For Bucks, Pistons and Jazz?

February 11, 2013

The NBA Trade Deadline is in ten days, are the Bukcs, Jazz, Raptors and Pistons poised for moves?... JJ Hickson talks Blazers... Magic end the streak... NBA Chats at 11am and 3pm EST. »Read More

Nicholson Picked as Rising Stars Replacement

February 10, 2013

Orlando Magic forward Andrew Nicholson has been chosen to replace injured Detriot Pistons center Andre Drummond in Rising Stars game on All-Star weekend, league source tells Y! Sports. via Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! Sports via Twitter »Read More

Andre Drummond Out Four to Six Weeks

February 9, 2013

Andre Drummond won’t be playing in the BBVA Rising Stars Challenge at All-Star weekend – and he might not be suiting up for the Pistons until late March. The back injury Drummond said he... »Read More

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NBA Trade Watch – Eastern Conference

February 8, 2013

A look at what each team in the East might be looking for, and which players they may consider putting on the block… »Read More

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NBA Rookie Watch: February 5th

February 5, 2013

The NBA Rookie Watch has become watching for when rookies might return from injury. »Read More

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