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Pistons owner Tom Gores lauds Dwane Casey, but 'lots of work to do'

The Detroit News

Dwane Casey broke the news of his move from head coach to the Pistons' front office on Sunday, following the regular-season finale, a road loss to the Chicago Bulls.

The Pistons followed Monday with an acknowledgment, along with praise of Casey from team owner Tom Gores and general manager Troy Weaver.

"Dwane Casey has done everything we asked of him since the beginning of our partnership, both as a coach and atremendous mentor and person. Our organization and the young men he has been leading are very fortunate to have had his guidance and support," Gores said in a team statement.