The Detroit Pistons fired Maurice Cheeks on Sunday morning, according to sources.

The Pistons had back to back victories over the weekend but informed Cheeks of his dismissal on Sunday.

Tom Gores became increasingly impatient with Cheeks and pushed for change in the coaching staff.

Detroit is 21-29 and behind Charlotte for the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference playoff chase.

Sam Amick of USA Today reports that the Pistons plan on pursuing Lionel Hollins.