Pistons rally from 22-point deficit but lose to Magic in overtime

The Pistons cut the lead to four at halftime, pulled ahead early in the fourth quarter and held on until the end but fell, 116-112, in overtime to the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night at Amway Center, in the final game before the All-Star break.

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Pistons’ Mykhailiuk plans to ‘have fun’ in Rising Stars Challenge

Svi Mykhailiuk doesn’t have any expectations for All-Star weekend beyond having fun and enjoying himself.

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Casey wants struggling rookie Sekou Doumbouya to ‘have fun’

Since a career game in Boston, Doumbouya’s production has cratered: 5.5 points, 28% on field goals and 24% on 3-point field goals.

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Magic 116, Pistons 112, OT

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Dwane Casey on losing to the Magic

The Pistons got to overtime but couldn't close the deal against the Magic.

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Derrick Rose on returning after missing 5 games

The Pistons lost their third straight and Rose went 1-of-13 from the field for just two points.

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‘It’s a funk’: Pistons stumble over rebuilding blocks in third straight loss

The Pistons closed the gap in the fourth quarter but still wilted during the end of an 87-76 defeat to the Hornets.

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No bones about it: Wood, Maker refuse to waver as Pistons’ new Thin Towers

The slender big men have responded pointwise (Wood 22 points and Maker 13 points), but alliance has come at the expense of dependable rebounding.

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Beard: Pistons’ rebuild has been a long time coming

The trade of center Andre Drummond along with the slew of injuries leading to a makeshift lineup ensure the team is in full reconstruction mode.

Dwane Casey on Pistons’ loss to Hornets

The Pistons lost their third straight game, 87-76, on Monday night at Little Caesars Arena.

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Hornets 87, Pistons 76

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Newcomer Henson makes an impression but Pistons fall to Knicks at the wire

Former Piston Wayne Ellington scored 17 with five rebounds and three assists as the Knicks defeated Detroit at Little Caesars Arena, 95-92.

‘I thought it was a joke at first’: Ex-Piston Drummond stunned when he was dealt to Cavs

The ex-Piston says he was dismayed upon initially learning of the trade but is looking forward to playing in Cleveland

Former Piston Drummond stresses patience after Cavs lose in his debut

He scores 19 and has 14 rebounds in first game since being dealt to Cleveland last week after eight seasons in Detroit.

Stefanski, Pistons plot ‘interesting’ future without Drummond but with flexibility

When the season started, Pistons senior adviser Ed Stefanski thought the Pistons were in a good position to make noise.

Pistons give Thunder a tough test but lose in first post-Drummond game

The Pistons’ post-Andre Drummond era began with a flourish, with a new-look front line and some good effort from a short-handed roster.

Pistons’ Jackson will miss best pal Drummond: ‘That’s my guy forever’

After the Pistons traded Andre Drummond to the Cavaliers on Thursday, Reggie Jackson became the longest-tenured Pistons player. Beyond the chemistry they developed on the court as point guard and center, they also were tight off the court.

Niyo: Selling low on Drummond shows how far Pistons have to go

Andre Drummond’s response late Wednesday night spoke volumes, if only for the uncertainty it highlighted inside the Pistons’ locker room.

Cavaliers say Drummond trade was a ‘steal’

The victories have been scarce for the Cavaliers this season, overwhelmed by so many ugly losses, so many unwatchable moments.

Rod & Real podcast: Pistons in trade season, rebuilding mode

Injuries and poor play have opened the door for youngsters to play and for the Pistons to move toward a roster rebuild ahead of the trade deadline.

Christian Wood on the Pistons’ effort in loss to Thunder

Wood had 27 points -- one off his career high -- and added 11 rebounds and five assists in the 108-101 loss at Oklahoma City on Friday night.

Reggie Jackson on playing shorthanded

Jackson had 28 points, on 11-of-18 shooting, and three assists in 32 minutes.

Dwane Casey on the loss to the Thunder

The Pistons had only nine players available but Casey said he liked their effort.

Thunder 108, Pistons 101

Beard: Pistons make clear their direction with trade of Andre Drummond

Some fans will be disappointed in the return for Drummond, but there wasn’t a robust market for his skill set.

‘No friends or loyalty’: Pistons ship Andre Drummond to Cavaliers

The Pistons parted with center Andre Drummond, their longest-tenured player, trading him to the Cleveland Cavaliers for veterans Brandon Knight, John Henson and a second-round pick.

Rod Beard on the Pistons trading Andre Drummond

The Pistons dealt their longest-tenured player, Andre Drummond, to the Cavaliers for expiring contracts and a 2023 second-round pick.

Meet new Pistons Brandon Knight and John Henson

NBA deadline roundup: Contenders out of down-to-wire trade madness

Most of the top NBA playoff contenders stayed out of the down-to-the-wire frenzy at the trade deadline. Miami and the Los Angeles Clippers beefed up instead.

Wojo: Rose wants to stay with Pistons, and might get his wish

Derrick Rose makes it clear, he doesn’t want to leave Detroit. And indications are, the Pistons have no urgency to deal him.

Pistons’ Kennard ‘not worried’ about trade rumblings as deadline nears

Luke Kennard in only his third NBA season, but he’s been around long enough to know how the routine works.

Drummond’s 31-point outing fires Pistons in win over Suns; Kennard trade talks cool

The teams are reportedly at an impasse over protections for a potential first-round pick that the Pistons would receive.

Rod Beard on the Pistons ahead of the deadline

The Pistons haven't made any deals ahead of Thursday's trade deadline -- but they still have time before the 3 p.m. cutoff time.

Andre Drummond on trade talks and the deadline

Drummond had 31 points and 19 rebounds in the win over the Phoenix Suns in the Pistons' last game before Thursday's NBA trade deadline.

Luke Kennard on trade rumors: ‘It’s that time of year’

Pistons guard Luke Kennard, in his third season, has come up in trade rumors ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline.

Pistons 116, Suns 108

Covington to Rockets, Capela to Hawks in 4-team trade

The complicated deal includes 12 players and three draft picks.

Why the Pistons might be willing to part with Luke Kennard

The Pistons’ season has been derailed by injuries and subpar play.

‘Painful experience’: Pistons return to losing ways against Grizzlies

The Pistons stayed close in the first half but a poor shooting display in the third quarter helped dig a hold that they couldn’t recover from, as the Grizzles surged for a 96-82 win on Monday night at FedExForum.

Injured Piston Rose sits against Grizzlies as trade deadline draws near

Derrick Rose will miss Monday night's matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies after being diagnosed with a strained adductor.