Josh Smith did not start on Friday against Atlanta because he missed Thursday’s practice, reports The Detroit News. Smith was used by head coach Maurice Cheeks off the bench, however he did not score a point (0-for-7 from the floor) over 19 minutes of game action. Smith had started every game since Nov. 18, 2005. Smith will likely start the next game, but Cheeks would not confirm that.
(Video) NBA: Amare Stoudemire With the Worst Defense Ever
The Knicks lost to the Pistons on Tuesday night for a multitude of reasons but one of them was of course poor defense. One player notorious for his defensive deficiency is none other than Amare Stoudemire. Josh Smith passed the ball to Peyton Siva and Amare either decided to give up on the play or he saw something in the crowd that caught his eye, I don’t know…
NBA: Josh Smith Working on His Midrange & Post Game With Rasheed Wallace
The Detroit Pistons will be an interesting group to watch this upcoming season with the additions of Josh Smith and Brandon Jennings and the return of Rasheed Wallace but as an assistant coach. Though training camp will open in about two weeks, Smith and Wallace are wasting no time getting ready. Read more after the jump.
NBA: Jason Collins Reportedly Drawing Interest From Detroit Pistons
Jason Collins made headlines over the summer after going public with his sexual orientation and becoming the first player in one of the four major sports to come out while being an active player. Though Collins isn’t currently on an NBA roster he’s reportedly drawing attention from the Detroit Pistons. Read more after the jump.
NBA: Detroit Pistons Might Still Be Interested in Trading For Rajon Rondo
Though majority of the major offseason moves have been made and everyone is beginning to settle in it doesn’t mean it’s all quite over yet. The Detroit Pistons completed a sign-and-trade inking a deal with Brandon Jennings for the next three years. That however doesn’t mean their sights aren’t still set on star point guard, Rajon Rondo. Read more after the jump.
NBA: Josh Smith Says the Detroit Pistons Were His Only Option
Dwight Howard was the major talk of free agency but once he made his choice, teams turned their sights to who was left. Josh Smith was also one of the big names and while I assumed he would be courted by several teams and weigh his options, he says the Detroit Pistons were the only one. Read more after the jump.
