The NBA lost a legend Friday evening when Detroit Pistons owner Bill Davidson, 86, passed away at his home. The exact cause of death has not been released, but his health had been in decline the last few years. Once a regular fixture in his courtside seats near the Pistons bench at home games, his appearances this season became increasingly rare. His wife Karen Davidson will succeed him in the role of team owner. Davidson's name was rarely in the headlines, but he was one of the most successful and innovative owners in professional sports. Under his ownership, the Pistons won three NBA championships, the Detroit Shock won three WNBA championships and the Tampa Bay Lightning won the Stanley Cup.
