The Pistons aren't expected to entertain the idea of acquiring Yao Ming from the Rockets.

The center will miss the remainder of the season and Yahoo! Sports reported on Monday that Houston has begun shopping the former All-Star.

Despite the health risks, the report said "the lure of acquiring Yao for potential suitors is the $8 million in savings that insurance will provide for his $17.7-million expiring contract this season."

The Detroit Free-Press writes that many in the league feel Yao's playing career is over and that the Pistons are believed to be in that camp.