All Things Basketball

The New Orleans Hornets’ depleted starting lineup is taking another hit.

Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce was a late addition to the starting lineup Tuesday night against the Detroit Pistons.

With the team nearing its worst losing streak in almost 16 years, Pistons coach John Kuester is shuffling the lineup with the return of Jason Maxiell to the starting unit for Wednesday’s game against the Spurs.

Boston coach Doc Rivers opened his pregame press conference by joking that he was going to see some court time. It’s a sign of what his lineup looks like due to a recent run of injuries.

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki returned to the starting lineup for Tuesday night’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers after missing the previous game and a half with a deep cut on his right elbow.