After some players retire, they move on and never a thought is paid toward their former team or fan base. That’s never been the case for Rasheed Wallace and the Detroit Pistons.
Wallace and the Pistons have managed to remain close after his departure after the 2008-09 season via free agency. He returned as an assistant coach for the 2013-14 season under Stan Van Gundy. He also returned to the Palace twice last season, for Ben Wallace and Chauncey Billups‘ jersey retirement ceremonies.
Rasheed Wallace has also maintained close ties with the community of Flint, Michigan.