Just last week, Detroit guard Allen Iverson was talking about the need to create chemistry with his new Pistons' teammates.

"For me, it's just getting a chance to settle in," quote The Answer. "The most important thing is getting more practice time."

I guess it ain't that important.

Iverson didn't show up for practice Thanksgiving morning, apparently furious that Detroit coach Michael Curry required his team to workout on the holiday.

Iverson received a hefty fine and will not start for Detroit tonight against Milwaukee. I don't really care one way or another about this mess, but I feel like this is a good excuse to link to Iverson's classic practice rant from his days with the Philadelphia 76ers.

"How the hell am I supposed to make my teammates better by practicing?"