Pistons’ record key to All-Star snub for Greg Monroe

The NBA All-Star reserves were announced Thursday night and the Pistons’ Greg Monroe wasn’t selected. Monroe, a second-year center, is averaging 16.4 points, 10 rebounds and 1.5 steals for the 7-20 Pistons.

Thursday's NBA notebook: Lakers hold off Celtics in overtime

Paul Pierce’s shot rimmed out in the final seconds of overtime, and Pau Gasol knew the game wasn’t over yet. The ball bounced to Ray Allen, who gave it a two-handed push back toward the basket.

Greg Monroe, Pistons hold off Nets for third straight win

Lawrence Frank routinely calls the most crucial point of games — “The moment of truth.” After Wednesday’s victory over the Nets, Frank might call it “baby steps.”

• Photos: Pistons 99, Nets 92

Pistons Brandon Knight, Greg Monroe to play in rookie-sophomore All-Star game

Monroe, also a candidate to be an All-Star reserve, is averaging team-highs in points (16.3 ppg) and rebounds (9.9 rpg) in 32.9 minutes per game. Knight, a rookie, is averaging 12.5 points, 3.4 rebounds and 3.4 assists in 32.0 minutes.

Pistons notebook: Walker D. Russell Jr. tickled with new deal

It was a text message that made Walker D. Russell Jr.’s day — and year. A few words from Pistons president Joe Dumars, saying his contract was guaranteed the rest of the season nearly brought water to Russell’s eyes.

Brandon Knight becomes man in the mask for Pistons

Knight was fitted for the mask Monday, and it looks similar to the ones worn by Richard Hamilton and Charlie Villanueva. Knight was hit eby former Pistons guard DaJuan Summers last weekend against New Orleans, breaking his nose.

Ex-Piston Chauncey Billups’ career is in jeopardy

Billups suffered a season-ending Achilles tendon injury during the Clippers victory over the Magic on Monday. The injury was the same one that ended Pistons point guard Isiah Thomas’ career — against the Magic.

Tayshaun Prince endures troubled times for Pistons

Detroit is where Tayshaun Prince became an NBA champion. And this is where he’s facing one of the most difficult periods in his life, playing for a team that’s fallen on hard times. But he's not looking to abandon it.

Tuesday's NBA notebook: Danny Granger leads Pacers past Jazz

Danny Granger got energized just in time to score 12 of his 16 points in the fourth quarter to help lead the Pacers to a 104-99 win over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night. And in time to keep his All-Star campaign on track.

Wednesday's NBA notebook: Magic-Bird rivalry heads to Broadway

The story of the NBA Hall of Famer’s rivalry and friendship with Larry Bird is coming to Broadway in “Magic/Bird,” set to open in April. The two consulted in its production, and Johnson can’t wait to watch their story told.

Greg Monroe anticipates All-Star Game snub

The All-Star reserves will be announced soon, but Pistons center Greg Monroe doesn’t expect to receive a phone call.

Ex-Piston Chauncey Billups out for season with Achilles injury

Clippers guard Chauncey Billups will miss the remainder of the season after tearing his left Achilles tendon during Los Angeles’ 107-102 victory over the Magic in Orlando on Monday night.

Monday's NBA notebook: 76ers stop Kobe Bryant, John Kuester-led Lakers

Lou Williams nailed the go-ahead 3-pointer, scored 14 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter, and spoiled Kobe Bryant’s milestone night while leading the 76ers to a 95-90 win over the Lakers on Monday night.

Brandon Knight becomes latest Piston to don a mask

Brandon Knight (broken nose) will be Pistons’ latest masked man

Timberwolves’ Kevin Love suspended two games for stomping on face

Notebook: Pistons veteran Ben Wallace says defense born, not made

Sunday's NBA roundup: Kevin Garnett leads Celtics to fourth straight win

Pistons win second straight, but Brandon Knight breaks nose

Frustrated Charlie Villanueva says staying off ankle has helped

Tony Parker leads Spurs with scoring and assists

Pistons hold off Bucks, end seven-game skid

Pistons notebook: Charlie Villanueva will be sidelined awhile

Ailing Pistons Will Bynum, Ben Gordon work out, could be nearing return

Pistons guard Brandon Knight hasn’t hit rookie wall

NBA notebook: Heat use spurt in fourth to top Sixers

Derrick Rose tops Carmelo Anthony as Bulls take victory

Pistons’ losing streak reaches seven with loss to Nets