Gordon's 24 lead Pistons to 113-104 victory over BucksOctober 7th, 2009 Gordon's 24 lead Pistons over Bucks, 113-104AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Ben Gordon scored 24 points to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 113-104 preseason victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night.
Hawks beat Hornets 108-102 in preseason openerOctober 7th, 2009 Hawks beat Hornets 108-102 in preseason openerATLANTA — Joe Johnson scored 17 points, Josh Smith had 14 points and seven rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the New Orleans Hornets 108-102 on Wednesday night in the preseason opener for both teams. Rookie Jeff Teague led the Hawks with 19 points and Zaza Pachulia had 17.
Bynum has 15 points as new-look Pistons beat Heat 87-83October 5th, 2009 New-look Pistons beat Heat, 87-83AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Will Bynum scored 15 points and the new-look Detroit Pistons got off to a successful start with a 87-83 victory over the Miami Heat on Monday night in the preseason opener for both teams.
Hawks keep playoff team core together by re-signing forward Marvin WilliamsAugust 7th, 2009 Hawks re-sign forward Marvin WilliamsATLANTA — The Atlanta Hawks re-signed forward Marvin Williams on Friday, their last bit of unfinished offseason business. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported the restricted free agent agreed to a five-year, $37.5 million deal, with incentives that could raise the package to as much as $43 million.
Restricted free agent forward Boyd Gordon signs 1-year, $761K contract to remain with CapitalsJuly 14th, 2009 Gordon gets 1-yr, $760K deal to stay with CapitalsARLINGTON, Va. — Restricted free agent Boyd Gordon has signed a one-year, $761,000 contract to remain with the Washington Capitals.
Pistons sign Ben Gordon, Charlie Villanueva as Detroit ramps up roster overhaulJuly 9th, 2009 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — These aren't the same, old Detroit Pistons.
Person familiar with negotiations says Pistons are nearing an agreement with KuesterJuly 8th, 2009 AP Source: Pistons & John Kuester nearing a dealDETROIT — The Detroit Pistons are close to ending their search for a new boss on the bench. The Pistons and John Kuester were nearing an agreement Tuesday night to make him their coach, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press.
Person familiar with negotiations says Pistons have ended coaching talks with Avery JohnsonJuly 7th, 2009 AP Source: Pistons, Johnson end coaching talksDETROIT — A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that Detroit and Avery Johnson have ended talks about filling the Pistons' head coaching vacancy. The person, who spoke Tuesday on condition of anonymity because the talks were private, says the two sides could not agree on the length of a contract and the salary.
Person familiar with negotiations: Hawks reach agreement to re-sign Mike Bibby to 3-year dealJuly 7th, 2009 AP source: Hawks reach deal with BibbyATLANTA — The Atlanta Hawks are keeping the point guard who has led the team to two straight playoff appearances. The Hawks and Mike Bibby have reached an agreement on a three-year contract, a person with knowledge of the negotiations said Tuesday.
Free agent forward Charlie Villanueva tweets he'll sign with Pistons on WednesdayJuly 7th, 2009 Villanueva tweets he'll sign with PistonsDETROIT — Charlie Villanueva posted a message on his Twitter account, informing his followers he will sign with the Detroit Pistons. He and Ben Gordon agreed to five-year contracts with the Pistons, a person with the knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press last week.
After signing with Pistons, Gordon tells ESPN Radio that Bulls never made offerJuly 3rd, 2009 Gordon: Bulls never made offerCHICAGO — A day after jumping to Detroit, Ben Gordon says the Chicago Bulls never made a contract offer even though general manager Gar Forman said re-signing him was the No. 1 priority. Gordon told EPSN Radio 1000 in Chicago on Thursday that the Bulls made no effort to bring him back.
Person with knowledge of deal: Piston agree to deals with free agents Gordon and VillanuevaJuly 2nd, 2009 AP Source: Pistons land FAs Gordon and VillanuevaDETROIT — The Detroit Pistons wanted to add talent and get younger this offseason. On the first day of free agency, Detroit did both.
Person with knowledge of deal: Piston agree to deals with Gordon and VillanuevaJuly 2nd, 2009 Pistons agree to deals with Gordon, VillanuevaDETROIT — A person with the knowledge of the negotiations says the Detroit Pistons have agreed in principle to contracts with free agents Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday night on the condition of anonymity because NBA rules prohibit teams from announcing free agent signings until next week.
Person tells the AP that Bulls' Ben Gordon meeting with Detroit Pistons president Joe DumarsJuly 1st, 2009 Source: Pistons meet with Bulls' Ben GordonDETROIT — A person tells The Associated Press that Chicago Bulls guard Ben Gordon is in talks with the Detroit Pistons about joining the team. Pistons spokesman Kevin Grigg declined comment on Gordon's situation Wednesday, saying there's an NBA moratorium on discussing free-agent matters.
Pistons introduce draftee Daye, who grew up watching Thomas, DumarsJune 29th, 2009 Pistons draftee Daye grew up watching 'Bad Boys'AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The Detroit Pistons have introduced their top draft pick, Austin Daye.