Chucky Atkins paying his dues, making his shots.

From: The Philadelphia Inquirer (via Knight-Ridder/Tribune NewsService) | Date: May 15, 2003 | Copyright information

Byline: Marc Narducci

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. _ Detroit Pistons point guard Chucky Atkins is a proud man, one who has felt all along that he has warranted starter's minutes, if not a starting position.

He has been honest about his diminished playing time this season, but he hasn't criticized his coach or the situation.

Atkins was the starting point guard last year on a 50-win team and, at age 28, he doesn't think his skills have diminished over the last 12 months.

During this NBA Eastern Conference semifinal series with the 76ers, Atkins has maintained that he must ...

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