Pistons center Kwame Brown put in some extra work with head coach John Kuester on his shot Tuesday after practice. Brown is still adjusting to trying to get more arc on his shot.

“It’s different, like anything when it’s new to you,” Brown said of his new shot. “I been shooting the same way for so long, it’s a work in progress.”

Kuester has been pleased with Brown’s progress and work ethic in practice and has praised Brown whenever his name has come up.

“He’s been a pleasure to work with,” Kuester said. “We need his contributions. His size is very important to us. He’s worked extremely hard, getting more and more comfortable with the basketball. It’s important to us.

“We need him to attack the basket, especially offensive rebounding. When he does get those opportunities, take advantage of getting close to the basket and feeling comfortable when he gets fouled, getting to the foul line. He’s worked extremely hard throughout the preseason and season itself.”