I listen to rumors that Billups is on his way out, possibly to Denver, in a blockbuster NBA deal. I'd hate to see it, because I think Billups still has a lot left and I think he is one of the rare players on the Pistons team with big-game ability. I like Prince. I like Hamilton. But I think one of the major three probably has to go, along with Rasheed Wallace, if the Pistons are going to get any value in return in a deal.
No team wants Wallace. At least no team with a coach, GM or front-0ffice staff in their right minds. But someone might take him if another Top-Three Piston -- like Billups -- is included in the deal.
In some ways, I don't care. The NBA is my least favorite sport. I'd rather watch horse-shoe throwing. But I do like the Pistons' reputation for playing it hard and tough. How can you not like a group that puts out so much effort? Except for the last playoff series, maybe.
And that's why Joe D. has to right the ship. Billups gone? Maybe. And maybe it's needed.
No team wants Wallace. At least no team with a coach, GM or front-0ffice staff in their right minds. But someone might take him if another Top-Three Piston -- like Billups -- is included in the deal.
In some ways, I don't care. The NBA is my least favorite sport. I'd rather watch horse-shoe throwing. But I do like the Pistons' reputation for playing it hard and tough. How can you not like a group that puts out so much effort? Except for the last playoff series, maybe.
And that's why Joe D. has to right the ship. Billups gone? Maybe. And maybe it's needed.
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