BigJerm

That's a fair assessment of Drummond. However, he's only 21 years old, and has had no coaching stability, going back to college. As a Pistons fan, I think he has plenty of room to grow into a top center in the league. Of course, there are no guarantees.

Right....Spurs and Mavs aren't "real" teams now. Hawks won, and they're better than Detroit, no doubt. But gloating over a 3 point win, in which your opponent's best player was sick and barely played? You may be the one in need of a reality check.

Shouldn't be scared. Number 1 seed vs. Lottery team. Just saying the 43 3's is not typical. It was a franchise record. If Drummond was a factor, I don't think they chuck up so many garbage shots. Hawks are the better team, no question. I just don't think the 43 3's is indicative of what you should expect next time.

BB IQ is a huge difference. Hawks play like the Spurs, in that regard. They execute as well as anyone in the league. Pistons...not so much. Lots of learning to do, but they're very young.

Pistons definitely chucked it like some scrubs, but let's not forget their best player was non-existent(Detroit reporters are saying he has the flu). Good win, but I wouldn't be talking much trash....

Damn, spoke too soon, they made a game out of it.

Looks like this one is just about in the books. Congrats on the win, it was dominating. Your bigs made Drummond a total non factor. I'm much happier with the Pistons effort these days, so hopefully they can give a better showing next time. Hawks are legit, hats off to you guys.

Me and the rest of the Pistons fans are gonna have to hit the vodka hard at halftime. Hawks are totally outclassing them. I knew you guys had shooters. Didn't realize how great they were on D.

Posted by one of my fellow Pistons fan on our forum: "If Houston waives Smith, we should snatch him up. We're bound to hit a lull at some point, and it would be nice to have the option to waive him again."

Pistons fan here, and real life friend of SalvorMallow. Definitely have to give the edge to ATL tonight, but I think my guys have a chance, and should at least be able to make a game of it. Good luck to you all. I really like your team's structure. If any of you want to cross over to a Pistons forum to chat occasionally, please stop by www.detroitpistonsforum.com Mostly a bunch of good guys and die yards, like you have here. Good luck all, hoping for a great game tonight!