For the first time in two weeks, Pistons coach Flip Saunders had nearly his entire roster actively practicing.
Forward Amir Johnson was running around with a smile Monday, showing his left sprained ankle was finally strong.
Center Nazr Mohammed worked on post moves, spinning with no hesitation on his previously sore left calf. Even Rip Hamilton (ankle) worked out, taking part in conditioning drills on the side with coach Arnie Kander.
There’s some awfully good news. So, Amir will get one preseason game under his belt and then eight more days to get acclimated to the team before the opener down in Miami on November 1st.
Although this might keep Amir from flying out of the gate he’ll benefit in the long run. You don’t want to mess around with ankles. As anyone who’s played the game of basketball can tell you once you injure your ankle once you’re in danger of more rolled ankles. So, the more strength and conditioning via Arnie Kander while the games don’t count, the better.
You ever seen notice those black ankle braces Chauncey rocks during the games? Those things work wonders. I think more players should be wearing them.
