Ellington, Drummond lead Pistons past Suns, 118-98
PHOENIX (AP) - The Detroit Pistons turned up the defensive pressure in the second half and turned away the Phoenix Suns. Wayne Ellington scored 23 points and the Pistons made 17 3-pointers in a 118-98 victory on Thursday night. Detroit held the Suns to 38 second-half points and limited Suns star Devin Booker to six points in the final 24 minutes. "We locked in and flipped the switch,"...
PHOENIX (AP) - The Detroit Pistons turned up the defensive pressure in the second half and turned away the Phoenix Suns. Wayne Ellington scored 23 points and the Pistons made 17 3-pointers in a 118-98 victory on Thursday night. Detroit held the Suns to 38 second-half points and limited Suns star Devin Booker to six points in the final 24 minutes. "We locked in and flipped the switch,"...
WATCH: Hammond with Matthews, Beilein & Teske following 74-55 win over Montana
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - Charles Matthews had 22 points and 10 rebounds in his best performance since coming back from injury, and No. 2 seed Michigan put away Montana early in a 74-55 victory in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday night. Ignas Brazdeikis added 14 points and seven rebounds, and Jon Teske had 11 points and nine boards for the Wolverines, who led by as many as 27...
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - Charles Matthews had 22 points and 10 rebounds in his best performance since coming back from injury, and No. 2 seed Michigan put away Montana early in a 74-55 victory in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday night. Ignas Brazdeikis added 14 points and seven rebounds, and Jon Teske had 11 points and nine boards for the Wolverines, who led by as many as 27...
Barbashev records first hat trick, Blues beat Red Wings 5-2
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Ivan Barbashev's parents and younger brother traveled from Russia to watch him play for the Blues on Thursday night. The 23-year-old center made the long trip worth it - and in a big way. Barbashev recorded his first career NHL hat trick to lead St. Louis to a 5-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings. "It feels great," Barbashev said. "It's their second game...
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Ivan Barbashev's parents and younger brother traveled from Russia to watch him play for the Blues on Thursday night. The 23-year-old center made the long trip worth it - and in a big way. Barbashev recorded his first career NHL hat trick to lead St. Louis to a 5-2 win over the Detroit Red Wings. "It feels great," Barbashev said. "It's their second game...
March Madness: NCAA Tournament primed to top itself again
The NCAA Tournament somehow seems to be getting better every year, almost as if each bracket is extending from the previous one.
The NCAA Tournament somehow seems to be getting better every year, almost as if each bracket is extending from the previous one.
Still rebuilding, Tigers hoping for growth in 2019
DETROIT (AP) - Al Avila is known for his candor, and the Detroit general manager has remained pretty straightforward about what the future holds for the Tigers. Yes, they're still rebuilding. "The only reason I'm being honest is because: How do you hide this?" Avila joked earlier this offseason. "I'm exaggerating, but it's a necessary process."
DETROIT (AP) - Al Avila is known for his candor, and the Detroit general manager has remained pretty straightforward about what the future holds for the Tigers. Yes, they're still rebuilding. "The only reason I'm being honest is because: How do you hide this?" Avila joked earlier this offseason. "I'm exaggerating, but it's a necessary process."
Winston, Michigan State hold off Bradley 76-65
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - For about 35 minutes, it felt like Bradley might pull off the first bracket-busting stunner of this year's NCAA Tournament. Michigan State survived by leaning on the brilliance of Cassius Winston and a remarkably efficient performance at the free throw line. Winston scored 26 points and second-seeded Michigan State, thanks in part to a season-high, 25-of-26 showing...
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - For about 35 minutes, it felt like Bradley might pull off the first bracket-busting stunner of this year's NCAA Tournament. Michigan State survived by leaning on the brilliance of Cassius Winston and a remarkably efficient performance at the free throw line. Winston scored 26 points and second-seeded Michigan State, thanks in part to a season-high, 25-of-26 showing...
Lions sign former Bills tight end Logan Thomas
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions have signed tight end Logan Thomas. Detroit made the move Thursday, adding depth at a position recently bolstered by the addition of Jesse James. Thomas made 19 catches for 144 yards and a touchdown over the previous two seasons with the Buffalo Bills. He was drafted as a quarterback in the fourth round by Arizona out of Virginia Tech five years ago....
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions have signed tight end Logan Thomas. Detroit made the move Thursday, adding depth at a position recently bolstered by the addition of Jesse James. Thomas made 19 catches for 144 yards and a touchdown over the previous two seasons with the Buffalo Bills. He was drafted as a quarterback in the fourth round by Arizona out of Virginia Tech five years ago....
WATCH: Izzo, Winston, McQuaid, Goins & Tillman as they prepare for Bradley
It seems as though coach Tom Izzo has Michigan State poised to make a Final Four run nearly every year.
It seems as though coach Tom Izzo has Michigan State poised to make a Final Four run nearly every year.
Detroit Lions sign LA Rams RB Malcolm Brown to offer sheet
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) - Los Angeles Rams running back Malcolm Brown has signed an offer sheet from the Detroit Lions. The Rams confirmed the move by their restricted free agent on Tuesday. Los Angeles has five days to match the Lions' offer, or to let Brown leave for Detroit. The Rams won't get any compensation if they lose Brown, a former undrafted free agent from Texas.
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) - Los Angeles Rams running back Malcolm Brown has signed an offer sheet from the Detroit Lions. The Rams confirmed the move by their restricted free agent on Tuesday. Los Angeles has five days to match the Lions' offer, or to let Brown leave for Detroit. The Rams won't get any compensation if they lose Brown, a former undrafted free agent from Texas.
Athanasiou scores twice, Red Wings top Rangers 3-2
NEW YORK (AP) - The Red Wings will miss the playoffs for the third consecutive year, but they're trying to develop a strong foundation for next season. Detroit got two goals from Andreas Athanasiou on Tuesday night for its second straight victory, 3-2 over the New York Rangers, who are on the brink of elimination from the playoffs.
NEW YORK (AP) - The Red Wings will miss the playoffs for the third consecutive year, but they're trying to develop a strong foundation for next season. Detroit got two goals from Andreas Athanasiou on Tuesday night for its second straight victory, 3-2 over the New York Rangers, who are on the brink of elimination from the playoffs.
Lions sign wide receiver Tommylee Lewis
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions have signed wide receiver Tommylee Lewis. Lewis spent his first three NFL seasons with New Orleans, playing in 34 games. He has 20 receptions for 252 yards and two touchdowns. He has also returned 36 punts and 24 kickoffs. Lewis had three catches last season. Lewis went to Northern Illinois. He joined the Saints as an undrafted free agent in 2016. ___...
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Lions have signed wide receiver Tommylee Lewis. Lewis spent his first three NFL seasons with New Orleans, playing in 34 games. He has 20 receptions for 252 yards and two touchdowns. He has also returned 36 punts and 24 kickoffs. Lewis had three catches last season. Lewis went to Northern Illinois. He joined the Saints as an undrafted free agent in 2016. ___...
Michael Fulmer recommended for Tommy John surgery, season likely over
The Detroit Tigers announced Tuesday that pitcher Michael Fulmer has been recommended to have season-ending Tommy John surgery.
The Detroit Tigers announced Tuesday that pitcher Michael Fulmer has been recommended to have season-ending Tommy John surgery.
From high atop Kilimanjaro, Haloti Ngata retires
Haloti Ngata found a unique way to announce his retirement from the NFL: from atop Mount Kilimanjaro. The 35-year-old Ngata, who played with the Eagles last season following three years with the Lions, was at his best with Baltimore. He made two All-Pro teams and five Pro Bowls with the Ravens in nine seasons after being a first-round draft pick in 2006. He won a Super Bowl with them in...
Haloti Ngata found a unique way to announce his retirement from the NFL: from atop Mount Kilimanjaro. The 35-year-old Ngata, who played with the Eagles last season following three years with the Lions, was at his best with Baltimore. He made two All-Pro teams and five Pro Bowls with the Ravens in nine seasons after being a first-round draft pick in 2006. He won a Super Bowl with them in...
Sexton scores 27, leads Cavaliers past Pistons 126-119
CLEVELAND (AP) - The Cleveland Cavaliers squeaked by without Kevin Love. The Detroit Pistons, playing without Blake Griffin, weren't as fortunate. The Cavaliers made clutch shots down the stretch for a 126-119 win Monday night in a game that featured six ties and five lead changes in the fourth quarter.
CLEVELAND (AP) - The Cleveland Cavaliers squeaked by without Kevin Love. The Detroit Pistons, playing without Blake Griffin, weren't as fortunate. The Cavaliers made clutch shots down the stretch for a 126-119 win Monday night in a game that featured six ties and five lead changes in the fourth quarter.
WATCH: Izzo 'Let's finish the season in this adversity and go out and win the weekend'
Kenny Goins walked on at Michigan State, turning down scholarship offers from Mid-American Conference schools.
Kenny Goins walked on at Michigan State, turning down scholarship offers from Mid-American Conference schools.
Pistons resting Blake Griffin vs. Cavs for playoff push
CLEVELAND (AP) - The Detroit Pistons will rest star forward Blake Griffin for at least one game this week to keep him as fresh as possible for their final postseason push. Griffin will sit out Monday's game against the Cavaliers after scoring 25 points in 33 minutes in Sunday's win over Toronto. Coach Dwane Casey doesn't want to overload Griffin as the Pistons (36-33) fight to hang...
CLEVELAND (AP) - The Detroit Pistons will rest star forward Blake Griffin for at least one game this week to keep him as fresh as possible for their final postseason push. Griffin will sit out Monday's game against the Cavaliers after scoring 25 points in 33 minutes in Sunday's win over Toronto. Coach Dwane Casey doesn't want to overload Griffin as the Pistons (36-33) fight to hang...
Lions sign CB Marcus Cooper to 1-year deal
DETROIT (AP) - The Detroit Lions agreed to terms on a one-year contract with cornerback Marcus Cooper. The Lions made the move Saturday, adding depth at the position bolstered by the addition of cornerback Justin Coleman in free agency earlier in the week. Cooper closed last season with the Lions, playing in four games after appearing in two games early in the season with the Chicago Bears. The...
DETROIT (AP) - The Detroit Lions agreed to terms on a one-year contract with cornerback Marcus Cooper. The Lions made the move Saturday, adding depth at the position bolstered by the addition of cornerback Justin Coleman in free agency earlier in the week. Cooper closed last season with the Lions, playing in four games after appearing in two games early in the season with the Chicago Bears. The...
Michigan without Hill, Collins at spring practice
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) - Michigan is without defensive back Lavert Hill and wide receiver Nico Collins at spring practice after both had unspecified procedures. Coach Jim Harbaugh said Monday he didn't know if the two players would miss all of spring practice or not. Wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones is also not participating. Michigan began spring practice Sunday.
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) - Michigan is without defensive back Lavert Hill and wide receiver Nico Collins at spring practice after both had unspecified procedures. Coach Jim Harbaugh said Monday he didn't know if the two players would miss all of spring practice or not. Wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones is also not participating. Michigan began spring practice Sunday.