Pistons Far From Finished Product • The Field Report

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by: ryanfield

Pistons Far From Finished Product
Dec 04, 2008 | 1:46PM | report this

So, what have we learned about the Pistons nearly five weeks into the Allen Iverson experiment?? Well, it's been just that, an experiment. Michael Curry continues to tinker with the rotation, using different player groups at different junctions. He's quickly becoming a favorite of the five-some he had on the floor at the end of the Spurs game on Tuesday. Sheed at center, Tayshaun at power forward, Rip at small forward, AI at shooting guard, with Stuckey at the point. That's more than enough offense, with some solid "D" to go with it. Keep in mind, once Antonio McDyess comes back next week, the rotation will have to be adjusted once again.

Many in Piston nation have fretted over the teams inconsistent play the last several weeks, but its important to remember, this team played one way for the better part of six-plus seasons. Now, they are trying to adjust to something completely different with a player like AI, who brings a unique skill set to a team not accustomed to playing with a guy of his talents. Also remember, the Pistons have been playing without McDyess, who many now realize just how valuable he is to this team. Once he comes back, and Curry continues to get more practice time with all of his pieces, you'll see the more cohesive unit we've come to expect from the Pistons.

The last three or four years, right around this time, the Pistons have gone on an extended winning streak. Last year, they rattled off 11 straight, starting in mid-December.During each of these streaks, fans always say "well, lets wait and see what happens in the playoffs". I now give the same advice to those very same fans as they watch this year's team.

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	DownsA529 Dec 5, 2008 9:50 AM		Unfortunately, Ryan, the result will probably be familiar; another postseason loss. AI gives them a new dimension, but that won't get them past Boston. It may be even a challenge to get to the conference finals. It's a shame the legacy of this team will be "a one-time wonder", because they could have been more.

	alaskanballa Dec 6, 2008 4:34 AM		Oh they are a finished product al right. Finished as in not a real contender anymore. Sure, they will win 50+ games again....but do you really think they scare anyone that matters like Boston or Cleveland??? I doubt it. They have been in steady decline since Larry Brown left. I still view their title against the Lakers a s good timing for them more than anything. They played well, but the Lakers were not themselves with all their chemistry issues and the injuries they had too. So with that I have to disagree a little with Downs'omments about they could have been so much more. I don't think so.....they have been a very good team for a number of years now, but they are not a legit contender at all.

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