Pistons coach Michael Curry doesn't believe the blame for the team's recent struggles belongs on the shoulders of Allen Iverson.

"A lot of times you look at that individual player," Curry said. "But for the most part, except when he gambles, he's been solid for us defensively."

Detroit is 7-9 with Iverson in the lineup.

"I already know that the bull's-eye is going to be on me regardless of what happens on this team, because I'm here," Iverson said. "But all you got to do is go back and watch the games and see what goes on in the game, and then you can make your assumption if it has anything to do with one player or has anything to do with all the players."