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This week, Bryce and Omari work through not only the ups and downs of the Brooklyn Nets loss at LCA, but they take a deeper look at Isaiah Stewart's expanding offensive game. Then, the guys break down the three things each they like, and then don't like, about the Pistons this season.

This week, the guys are showing some love to the parts of the Detroit Pistons that may be under appreciated. Later, we talk the big man rotation and where Jalen Duren, James Wiseman and Marvin Bagley III fit in the bigger picture. Lastly, Bryce and Omari break down what we've seen so far during this year's NCAA March Madness and what the tournament could mean for potential Detroit draft picks. 

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This week, Bryce and Omari are joined by Matt Babcock, longtime NBA draft and front office analyst, for a breakdown on the Pistons' rookies, Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren, among their other young, developing players. Then, the guys pick Matt's brain on the direction of the franchise and how Troy Weaver should attack the trade market and free agency. Finally, the guys take an early look at what to watch in next summer's NBA draft prospects.

Bryce and Omari cover a Detroit Pistons team that continues to keep on rolling. The guys take a deep dive into the key factors that allow this team to maintain their improved pace beyond Cade Cunningham. Bryce and Omari talk Jalen Duren’s defensive contributions and what impact players like Ausar Thompson and Isaiah Stewart are making on the offense. The guys also check in on rookie Ron Holland and look forward to potential post-season matchups.

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This week, Omari and Bryce go through the roster with a New Year's resolution for all the principle members of the Detroit Pistons' future. They also have ideas on what the front office and coaching staff need to work on in 2023, and even resolutions for themselves. 

After opening with some lighthearted talk over the best Thanksgiving side dishes, Bryce and Omari contend with the palpable frustration over the Pistons' current losing streak and break down what's not working. How warranted is the continued conversation around the team's injuries? Beyond who's hurt, the guys also examine the continuing issues with turnovers, discipline and struggles with communication. Later in the pod, Bryce and Omari break down individual player performances.

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This week, Omari and Bryce sift through the development of a couple of key Pistons, including big games from Killian Hayes and Saddiq Bey. And then they explain why fans shouldn't be worried about tanking right now. From there, the fellas handicap the developing playoff picture and learn how Bryce started following the Pistons.

Bryce and Omari welcome back Ku Khahil of "Locked on Pistons" to the podcast. As the Pistons continues their ramp up to the regular season, the guys get Ku's thought on how the team looks overall including seemingly better vibes and responses to veteran leadership. On offense, the pacing appears faster and there's been developments with the the off-ball movement. Are we starting to see the foundations of a 9-man rotation? After the break, the guys dive into player specific evaluations including Cade's improved floater. The guys also hone in on Jalen Duren's disciplined approach to rim protection, Jaden Ivey's more fluid jump shot and if the team's approach to floor spacing is making a noticeable impact. 

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This week, the guys welcome NBA draft analyst Richard Stayman (@MavsDraft) to go in-depth on the likely NBA draft prospects at No. 5 for the Pistons, including Jaden Ivey, Shaedon Sharpe and Ben Mathurin. Also, Stayman has a few names to watch for the second round pick. 

With Omari away this week, Bryce recruits NBA cap expert and friend of the pod Keith Smith to help us continue our look at the upcoming season. Keith walks us though what he wants to see from rookie Ausar Thompson, the competitive nature of this year's Detroit Pistons roster and more! 

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In our first episode of the new year, Omari joins Bryce from the road in Salt Lake City. The guys walk through the flashes of brilliance and the consistent improvement we've seen from Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham. Is he finally blooming into the franchise player fans have been waiting to see?  Later in the pod, Bryce and Omari walk us through their New Year's resolutions for the team. The guys break down what they want to see from individual players, management, and this very podcast in 2024. 

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As the season begins to wind down, Bryce and Omari continue the conversation on Jaden Ivey's playing prowess. The guys hone in on Ivey's peculiar decision-making on three-point shooting and his diminishing efficiency post All-Star break. Also, with some players seemingly being shut down for the season, the guys break down what they hope to see within the last stretch of games and discuss if the team is in "full-blown tank mode." Later, Bryce and Omari talk player highlights from March Madness so far and potential impacts on the draft. To close out the show, Producer Wes hops on and challenges the guys to another round "Sheed or Sham." 

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Following a well-deserved break, Omari returns back to the pod! After some time reviewing what "Offseason O" has been up to, Bryce and Omari dive straight into your listener questions live! 

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This week, the guys welcome Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor, co-host of "Free Press Sports with Carlos & Shawn," who also covered the Pistons in Summer League this year. The three basketball minds go through their top observations from Vegas and then share their best guesses on what the lineup and rotation should look like on Opening Night. 

With Omari still away this week, Bryce enlists the help of Jack Kelly and Wes Davenport of "Detroit Bad Boys" to help us figure out which player best can serve as the "Robin" to Cade Cunningham's "Batman." The guys also talk what developments they want to see from the team's young players this year. 

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NBA cap/free agency expert and friend of the show Keith Smith joins us again this week! Bryce, Omari and Keith walk us through potential offseason plans for the Detroit Pistons and how things could shape up with Monty Williams. 

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This week, Bryce and Omari discuss the Pistons' week of games and ongoing issues. Then, they dissect Detroit's dreadful defense and how it can improve. Lastly, they dish some praise to Hamidou Diallo. 

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Bryce and Omari pushed back their recording to the evening of 12/17/24 in preparation for additional roster moves by the Detroit Pistons. While the guys awaited the looming breaking news, the duo answered listener questions live. Bryce and Omari go over questions such as Myles Turner’s possible fit with the Pistons, conveying the upcoming draft pick, what’s the next step for the team’s development, Marcus Sasser replacing Malik Beasley’s role and more. The guys offer real time thoughts as the news of the Javante McCoy signing breaks and Wes joins for another game of “Sheed of Sham?" Stay with freep.com/sports as the Detroit Pistons continue to make further roster adjustments.

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Bryce and Omari wrap up how the rest of NBA Summer League played out for the Detroit Pistons. What did we learn about rookie Ron Holland after five games and is there a clearer picture of what the future rotations will look like? After the break, Omari and Bryce continue the conversation on Bobi Klintman. Should we be concerned with his off-ball defense? The guys also talk how the week went for Marcus Sasser and several under the radar players. To close out the show, the guys answered listener questions live. 

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Bryce and Omari reunite in person to cover this year's NBA Summer League in Las Vegas! The guys talk their biggest Detroit Pistons takeaways so far from the league and detail how they're handling the Vegas experience. 

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Bryce and Omari cover the Pistons' preseason matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Montreal. What do the guys make of the comeback victory? Later in the pod, the guys continue the conversation on the starting lineup and rotation and producer Wes helms another round of "Sheed or Sham." 

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Bryce and Omari have an update on the search for a new head coach. Is Monty Williams vision for a team compatible with the Pistons roster? Later, with the NBA draft finally here, the guys take one last look at the draft board and analyze how important is this draft to the overall rebuild. Finally, the guys take a look at some potential post-draft offseason scenarios. 

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Bryce and Omari cover the whirlwind of recent personnel changes made by the Detroit Pistons. First the guys have you covered with what you need to know about new coach J.B. Bickerstaff. Is he the right type of hire for such a young team? Later in the pod, the guys break down the Tim Hardaway Jr. trade and react to the signing of free agent Tobias Harris. What kind of influence can the vets have on the scoring and floor spacing needs of the team? Towards the end of the pod, the guys take on listener questions including what roster gaps still need to be filled. 

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It's a momentous episode for Bryce, Omari, and Wes as we celebrate the podcast's 100th episode! After taking some time to reflect, the guys get right down to business reviewing the Pistons' recent matchups against the Grizzlies, Magic and Pacers. Later in the pod, the crew review their Detroit Pistons centric New Year's resolutions for this past year. The guys go over what they wanted to see from individual players and the organization as a whole, including a seemingly prescient take regarding GM Troy Weaver's leadership. 

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This week, Bryce and Omari put on their best fortune-teller costumes and attempt to predict how the upcoming season will unfold by projecting the stat lines for the Detroit Pistons' core players. 

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This week, the guys are joined by Matt Babcock of Tidal League's "The Matt Babcock Show." Matt breaks down what you broadly need to know about Cerebro Sports and Overtime Elite. Later, the trio take an analytical deep-dive into Amen and Ausar Thompson. Lastly, Bryce and Omari talk the Eugene Omoruyi's influence on the court. 

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We may be in the dog days of summer and the offseason but your go to Detroit Pistons podcast still has you covered. This week, Bryce and Omari welcome back friend of the pod Laz Jackson. The guys get Laz’s thought’s on the hiring of J. B. Bickerstaff. How seriously should Detroit take concerns of the coach’s “hard ceiling” in the playoffs? How might the new coach impact players like Jalen Duren? After the break, the guys focus in on Ron Holland and what Laz makes of the rookie. The trio also take another look at Bobi Klintman. Do we need to pour some cold-water on the Klintman hype-train? To close out the show, the guys take a look at the off-season as a whole including the free-agent signings and go over their impressions of the 2024 Olympics so far.

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With the lull of the offseason setting in, Bryce and Omari are joined by producer Wes for some fun. First, the guys are challenged to draft their ideal 3x3 roster from the entirety of the franchise's history. Later, the guys continue the 3 theme with an assortment of top 3 lists. With Wes taking over hosting duties for this episode, find out a little more about Bryce and Omari beyond basketball. 

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With team performance severely below expectations this year and fan frustration only growing, Bryce, Omari and Wes put our listeners in the Front Office and asked for their suggestions to fix the team. Should the organization remain patient and not make huge moves? What about potential trade deals for the likes of Zach LaVine or Kyle Kuzma? Is Jaden Ivey the ideal trade piece? Is it time to go for the nuclear option and clear out the entire team and management? The guys take your suggestions and break down the pros and cons. 

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Extreme heat in Las Vegas delayed him last week but finally Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor joins Bryce and Omari to complete our Summer League review. Later in the pod, the trio talk Shawn's interview with Detroit Pistons Owner Tom Gores.

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This week, Adam Spinella of "The Box and One" and co-host of "Game Theory Podcast" joins the guys to take our first deep dive into the upcoming NBA draft. Your "Pistons Pulse" crew along with Spinella help take stock of the Detroit Pistons as a whole. Bryce, Omari and Adam also talk the legitimacy of the Victor Wembanyama hype train. Is Scoot Henderson a solid second pick in the draft? What about the rest of the players that could make up the the No. 3 spot? "Coach Spins" and the guys help to answer these drafting decisions and more. 

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Bryce and Omari welcome NBA writer for The Athletic and host of "Game Theory Podcast" Sam Vecenie on to the show. In a wide-ranging Pistons focused conversation, the guys get Sam's thoughts on individual players, the front office, the head of basketball operations position, and the upcoming NBA draft. 

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This week, the guys lean on our listeners, who submit their best-case scenarios for how the NBA draft and offseason should play out for the Pistons. Then the guys take a dip in the listener mailbag for more general questions.

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This week, Bryce and Omari talk Cade's expected return and Jaden Ivey's increased role in Cade's absence. The guys also review how an Ivey/Cade combo stacks up and the impact recently traded players Mike Muscala and Danilo Gallinari are having on the court. "The Pistons Pulse" duo close out the show by answering listener questions. 

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This week, Bryce and Omari are joined by Tyler Metcalf and Tyler Rucker of the "No Ceilings" podcast to run through an NBA mock draft. All four take turns rolling through the top 31 picks and discuss why certain players fit in certain situations. 

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Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor joins Bryce and Omari this week to take stock of the Detroit Pistons. With training camp just around the corner, the trio discuss the lingering questions they have for the team going into the regular season. They cover Cade’s potential ceiling and what players like Jalen Duren and Jaden Ivey need to show to cement themselves as key contributors. As the team attempts to claw back from a historically rough season, what would success look like for this young team? To close out the show, Bryce and Omari answer another round of listener questions.

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The guys this week talk some of the new staff hirings of the Monty Williams era. Later, Bryce and Omari have one final round of drafting scenarios before the big day Thursday. 

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Bryce, Omari and Wes are pleased to welcome Stephen Gillaspie of "No Ceilings NBA" back on to the pod. The gang hold a mock NBA draft and analyze current fan-favorite potential picks for the Detroit Pistons. 

Just before Pistons preseason games get started, Bryce and Omari open up the mailbag and field your questions on the starting lineup, the rotation, Kemba Walker and all things preseason. They guys also address possible midseason trades, the future of Dwane Casey and whether the Pistons should be playing relevant games once the snow melts in metro Detroit.

Bryce and Omari welcome Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys back onto the pod this week! After a quick recap and thoughts on the the NBA finals so far, the guys get right into it breaking down the personnel moves in the front office. Could coach Monty Williams be the next to go? After the break, Bryce and Omari get Laz’s perspective on how the NBA draft could play out. How would trading back the draft pick separate Trajan Langdon's tenure from the Troy Weaver era?

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Free Press columnist Shawn Windsor joins Bryce and Omari this week to discuss the red-hot 7-game win streak Detroit Pistons. The trio recap the team’s impressive win over the LA Clippers and break down Cade and Ausar’s elevated level of play. Shawn also shares his Pistons’ hot take and the guys analyze the impact Dennis Schröder has been having on the court. Later, Bryce and Omari break down the team’s tough upcoming schedule and what the post-season could like for the Detroit Pistons.

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Bryce and Omari take a quick look at the Pistons' 124-117 loss to the Lakers, then go deep to answer questions from our listener mailbag, leading off with trade talk and the trajectory of the rebuild entering a vital summer for general manager Troy Weaver. Note: This episode was recorded before news of Cade Cunningham's season-ending surgery.

Bryce and Omari answer and analyze your questions in this mailbag episode. What kind of record will the team finish with at the end of the season? What’s an ideal playoff matchup for the team? What should we make of the Pistons’ progression on offense and will it continue to develop? How will the team contend with their cap space in the offseason and is there room to add to the team? Will Bryce forsake his professional and familial duties by taking over his son’s PS5? The guys tackle these questions and more.

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This week, the guys open up the mailbag, answering your questions. They dig deep into possible free agent options remaining, discuss the fervor over the new teal jerseys, discuss player floors and ceilings for this upcoming season and then get into a "heated" debate over what goes best on a sandwich.

The guys are joined this week by Stephen Gillaspie of No Ceilings NBA Draft to talk which names we should keep in mind if the Pistons get the No. 2 through No. 5 pick. Gillaspie also offers his assessment of Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren's rookie year. Later, the guys also talk who could help round out the roster in the second round of the draft. 

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This week, the guys break down Bryce's first visit to Detroit and a Pistons game at Little Caesars Arena. Then, the fellas share their thoughts on the Rookie of the Year debate, how good Killian Hayes can be, and a hot take on which arena is better, LCA or the Palace.

With one week remaining until the NBA draft lottery, the guys are debating potential picks on their board. Bryce and Omari also have an update on the coaching search. Later, producer Wes Davenport joins in and we close out the show with another round of "Sheed or Sham." 

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In this special episode, Bryce and Omari cover the hiring of Monty Williams and answered viewer questions live during the recording. 

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This week, the guys cover the Detroit Piston's comeback collapse against Chicago and Jaden Ivey's room for growth. Later, your Pistons Pulse crew break down what we've see so far of James Wiseman and R.J. Hampton. Finally, producer Wes Davenport brings the heat to Bryce and Omari as the guys play another round of "Sheed or Sham?" 

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This week, the guys are joined by NBA draft analyst Richard Stayman (@MavsDraft) to talk what drafting options are available to the Detroit Pistons with their No. 5 draft pick. Is Cam Whitmore the consensus pick? What about either of the Thompson twins? Bryce, Omari and Richard discuss these potential draft scenarios and more. 

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This week, the guys open with an update on the search for a new head coach. Afterwards, Bryce and Omari take a deep dive breaking down how well each of the top prospects at the No. 5 pick fit in with the current team. Later, the guys take some time to game out additional roster moves the Pistons could make this offseason.

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We're just hours away from the 2022 NBA draft, and Bryce and Omari have you covered. The fellas first explain the last few comments from prospects, then go through a few "if-then" scenarios. Then, the guys share their consensus mock draft for the lottery, including the Pistons at No. 5. 

This week, the guys breakdown what the acquisitions of Alec Burks, Nerlens Noel and Kevin Knox mean and how all three could fit in the plans for next season. Then, the guys look ahead to NBA Summer League and what they look forward to most in Las Vegas.

This week, the guys, along with Wes Davenport, take the current Pistons roster and draft their own fantasy teams. Find out which guy comes out on top. Then, it's Omari vs. Bryce in our friendly trivia game, "Sheed or Sham?" for general knowledge supremacy. 

With the No. 5 overall pick, the Detroit Pistons select G League Ignite forward Ron Holland in the 2024 NBA draft. Bryce and Omari break down the pick and what's next for the team. 

This week, the guys are fresh off their trip to Las Vegas and NBA Summer League, where they watched the Pistons in action. Bryce and Omari share their thoughts on what they've seen from the first two games and the behind-the-scenes action in Vegas.

Bryce and Omari recap and react to the 2023 NBA draft, in which the Detroit Pistons selected Ausar Thompson with the No. 5 pick and acquired Marcus Sasser via trade late in the first round. 

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Bryce and Omari welcome Ku Khahil, the host of the Locked on Pistons podcast, to the show after Detroit lost a heartbreaker to the Miami Heat on a Bam Adebayo buzzer-beater. Ku shares his takes on Ausar Thompson, Jaden Ivey and the franchise's "Core Four" and debates with the guy whether they can all play together. Then, the guys play a Pistons-centric version of "real or fad" as they try and decide if some of the recent trends can be counted on going forward, or are just an outlier. 

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After some prolonged scheduling difficulties, Bryce and Omari are pleased to welcome Laz Jackson back to the pod. The trio break down the Detroit Pistons' loss to the Mavericks and individual player analysis, including improvements on defense Jalen Duren needs to develop and Ausar Thompson's shooting mechanics. Later, the guys talk about the borderline-elite efficiency of Cade Cunningham since the All-Star break. "The Pistons Pulse" duo along with Laz also talk about how things have panned out since the trade deadline and continue to look forward to the upcoming NBA draft. 

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In this week's episode, the guys first try to figure out why Cade Cunningham isn't getting the benefit of the whistle. Then, the fellas take a deeper dive on the top NBA prospects who've played in the NCAA tournament. Plus, one of the guys hasn't watched a ton of basketball movies. Find out which one.

In this "emergency" episode of "The Pistons Pulse," we break down what the team did just before the 2023 NBA trade deadline, sending away Saddiq Bey and Kevin Knox and welcoming James Wiseman from Golden State. Bryce and Omari also take listeners questions on every angle of this deal.

As the losses keep piling up, Bryce and Omari open the show by discussing the Detroit Pistons' listless loss to the Washington Wizards which extended their losing streak to 14 games. What is exactly wrong with this team and where do they go from here? How much of the blame, if any, should Cade Cunningham shoulder? And will the Pistons be able to keep experimenting with Beef Stew at the 4? Plus, the guys discuss some of the positive developments from Jaden Ivey. Did Monty Williams' message to Ivey work, or was it a waste of time?

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With the draft only weeks away now, Bryce and Omari continue the conversation this week by welcoming back NBA draft analyst and "Locked on NBA Big Board" co-host Richard Stayman (@MavsDraft) onto the pod. Before the trio dive into their analysis, the guys recap the Detroit Pistons decision to move on from general manager Troy Weaver. "The Pistons Pulse" crew have you covered with player evaluations on Rob Dillingham, Reed Sheppard, Nikola Topic and more. 

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Trajan Langdon brings a 3-point shooter's confidence to Detroit Pistons as new leader

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As the shadow of the losing streak continues to hang over the team, Bryce and Omari talk what can be gleaned from the Detroit Pistons' recent losses to the Sixers, Bucks, and Hawks. Later in the pod, the guys dive into the hot button storylines, topics, and narratives around the team in another game of "Buy, Sell, or Hold". Bryce and Omari poke the Killian Hayes hornet's nest, analyze Ausar Thompson's career minutes, speculate on what Cade Cunningham would look like on a championship contending team, and ask if a firing in the front office is due before the trade deadline. 

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Omari joins Bryce from the road in Miami this week. The guys have a small sample size of real basketball to review and they start with the Piston’s tough comeback loss to the Celtics. The team needs to cement a win soon but are they actually better than what their rough start to open the season indicates? Bryce and Omari note a resolve and fight in the team plus flashes of a new gear on defense. The guys also go over where the team is falling short including half court possessions stalling out. After the break, Bryce and Omari focus in on individual players including concerning turnovers by Cade, Jaden Ivey’s ideal role and what we’ve seen of the rookie Ron Holland. 

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On the first episode Bryce Simon and Omari Sankofa II recap the games from over the weekend and discuss expectations as the season winds down. Next, the guys list their top draft picks for the Pistons, and finally, Omari and Bryce answer questions submitted by their followers. 

This week, after some early banter on the new statement jerseys, the fellas go deep on what the Pistons' starting lineup and 10-man rotation looks like. And then, they answer the big questions: best shooting five, defensive five and how much should we see rookies Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren on the floor this season? Finally, we squeeze in another game of "Sheed or Sham."

With regular season NBA games finally here this week, Bryce and Omari put listener/fan questions front and center for the 2024 Detroit Pistons. After some quick thoughts on the two-way signings of Alondes Williams and Cole Swider, Bryce asks if there’s been any update on the status of Ausar Thompson. Do we have an idea of how the new front office views the stand-out defender? How suitable could Ron Holland be as a replacement?

The guys also discuss questions regarding the backup point guard role, potential roster shakeups, and expectations for Cade this season. With an intriguing draft class on the near horizon, the guys also discuss if there’s any merit to another underperforming Pistons season to draft a player like Cooper Flagg.

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This week, Bryce and Omari preview a variety of lineup possibilities for the 2023 Detroit Pistons. Who's on the court at the start of the season? Has the roster become more versatile? "The Pistons Pulse" crew give their best answers to these questions and more. 

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Bryce and Omari review listener submitted ideas on which players the Detroit Pistons should attempt to acquire via trade and signings to improve the beleaguered roster. 

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Bryce and Omari welcome back Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor to the podcast for notes on how the Detroit Pistons are fairing at this point in the off-season. The guys cover Trajan Langdon's conviction in drafting Ron Holland and how the No. 5 pick compares to Ausar Thompson. The trio also talk what influence the veterans can impart on the young team and if the front office positioned well to teach them. 

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After reviewing one of the more interesting ratings the guys have received on the pod, Bryce and Omar preview how things could shake out with the February 8th NBA trade deadline. What’s the best trade scenario if the team deals out Killian Hayes? What’s the move to make with the team’s veterans on expiring contracts. Should fans expect fireworks from the front office at the trade deadline? Bryce and Omari analyze these trade scenarios and answer live listener questions.

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We know now where the Pistons will pick in the first round of the NBA draft. After dealing with the initial shock of falling to fifth overall, the guys break down the best options for the Pistons at that spot. 

With training camp just around the corner, Bryce and Omari compare the vibes surrounding this team this year to last year. While fan energy may be understandably down right now, there are still plenty of intriguing stories to watch as the season unfolds. The guys also play the role of coach and break down what the team might do in certain situations that they found themselves in last year. How should the team respond if they started slow? What lineups should play during a blowout loss? And how might J.B. Bickerstaff get the wheels back on the car after they've fallen off mid-game? Bryce and Omari break it all down in this week's episode.

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This week, the guys dig deep on all 15 Eastern Conference teams, sliding them into different tiers from championship contender to rebuilding. How many teams do they think are honestly better than the Pistons? 

Pistons playoff basketball is finally here! To help break down the teams’ upcoming series, Bryce and Omari bring on former Pistons beat reporter and current Knicks reporter James L. Edwards III. The guys start off with James’ thoughts on the Pistons successful turnaround season before getting into weeds, including comparing the different styles of the teams and player matchups. After the break, Bryce and Omari continue to analyze what went right for the Pistons this year and close out the show with listener questions. How seriously should the team consider trading for Zion Williamson?

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Bryce and Omari continue their review of how the Detroit Pistons fared on draft night last week. Where do Ausar Thompson and Marcus Sasser fit in the overall picture? What's on the horizon in free agency? The guys offer their thoughts on what's next and answered listener questions live. 

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Bryce and Omari recap the Pistons’ 106-92 win over the Brooklyn Nets and analyze what improvements they’re seeing so far for the team compared to last year. The guys look at the veteran impact that helped lift the team to their 2nd win of the season. Despite turning the ball over 17 times, the guys note the solid job the defense did holding the Nets to 92 points. After a noticeable improved flow on offense during the preseason, the guys break down if the 0.5 offensive approach has stalled out in the regular season. After the break, the guys dive into individual player analysis including if Isaiah Stewart should start or come off the bench. They also cover Simone Fontecchio’s rhythm, Ron Holland development needs on offense and Tobias Harris’ effectiveness as a creator. The guys close out the show with listener questions including if now is the time the team should consider going after Brandon Ingram.

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Description: This week, the guys break down the lessons learned from the NBA combine in Chicago, and try to figure out if the Detroit Pistons' draft board has changed at all. Then, a game of "Sheed or Sham," where the duo give their guesses on interesting draft combine facts on the current roster. 

Bryce and Omari open the pod this week focusing on the offensive and defensive woes plaguing, the team including their miscommunication issues. Later, "The Pistons Pulse" crew take a deep dive and evaluate how the rookies Ausar Thompson and Marcus Sasser have looked so far in the season.The guys also talk their meetup in Denver and how Bryce has finally seen the light when it comes to Mac and Cheese. 

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It’s only one preseason game. That’s the driving mantra behind today’s pod that Bryce and Omari consistently acknowledge throughout the show. With that said, the guys have quite a few positive takeaways for our first glimpse of the 2024 Detroit Pistons. The guys start off the pod looking at the team as a whole in their 120-87 win over the Milwaukee Bucks. Could this performance be considered a proof of concept or foundation for how the team can move the rebuild forward? After the break, the guys turn their attention towards individual players. In what could be a make or break year for him, how well did Jaden Ivey’s efforts on offense and defense look? How did rookie Ron Holland look? The guys also go over notes for Cade Cunningham, Malik Beasley, Marcus Sasser and more.

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NBA cap/free agency expert and friend of the pod Keith Smith joins Bryce and Omari once again! The trio cover the recent hiring of Trajan Langdon and what upcoming decisions will require the front office's immediate attention. Is Troy Weaver gone and is there still time to move on from Monty Williams? Later in the pod, the guys break down the value of the Detroit Piston's cap space and what potential options it may open up. Which teams might want to move on from established players to save money and can the Pistons position themselves for a strong acquisition? 

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We are just hours away from the start of the 2022-23 regular season, and Bryce and Omari have plenty to preview. Not only do they look ahead to the Pistons' opener against Orlando, but discuss whether the positives gleaned from the preseason were real or fake? Then the guys bring in Wes and answer some theoretical questions for the season.

For the first time since 2009, the Detroit Pistons head into the All-Star break with a winning record. Bryce and Omari analyze what’s elevating the team far beyond expectations for this year. The guys talk what’s clicking for Cade Cunningham and note the positive trends for Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren. The guys also break down the strong impact the vets are making on the court.

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This week, the guys marked their 50th episode by taking your questions live while streaming the recording of the show. When's the best time to see a Pistons game?
What's the likelihood of a Bogdanović trade? What happened to the Stew-Duren lineup? Should we expect any surprise trades? Bryce and Omari along with producer Wes Davenport answer your questions and more. 

Bryce and Omari welcome Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor back to the show. The trio recorded late Tuesday night following the Pistons victory over the Chicago Bulls. The trio break down the recent win, the potential of the Cade Cunningham/Jaden Ivery backcourt, starting rotations and more!

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This week, Bryce and Omari welcome Nate Duncan of the “Dunc'd On Basketball NBA Podcast” to the show for the first time. Together, the trio spend the episode evaluating how the Pistons’ current season is playing out and what the future may hold. The guys start off with a comprehensive view of the organization’s recent personnel changes and if the team is more complete now under the new regime. Later, the guys put Cade Cunningham under the microscope and analyze what we can learn from his contested finishing metric. The trio also offer thoughts on the kind of player that would be most ideal next to Cade, Jaden Ivey’s level of play, and who has the higher upside between Ron Holland and Ausar Thompson.

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Omari and Bryce have a special guest this week in Arn Tellem, a former sports agent and vice chairman of the Detroit Pistons. The guys ask Arn's view on where the organization is going, thoughts on Cade's return and talk the patience of the fanbase. Later, Bryce evaluates Omari's major predictions for the season. 

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This week, the guys review the acquisition Joe Harris and Monte Morris. The less-than-flashy free agency moves may have the Detroit Pistons flying under the radar, but the guys explain why they be well-positioned to make future trade market waves. Bryce & Omari go over the changing roster. 

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Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys joins Bryce and Omari to talk what they've seen of a healthy Cade Cunningham. Later, the trio discuss Jalen Duren and how the rest of the Detroit Pistons roster has stacked up during this offseason. 

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This week, the fellas take a tour through the Detroit Pistons roster and pick out one trait each key player should improve this offseason. Then, the guys look ahead to this summer and which free agents fit best for this team. 

This week, Bryce and Omari dig in on Cade Cunningham's start and then explore why Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren have had such solid starts to their NBA careers. The guys also examine why the defense has struggled so much and Isaiah Stewart's progress as an outside threat.

NBA cap/free agency expert and friend of the pod Keith Smith is back! To start the show, Bryce and Omari get Keith's thoughts on the drafting of Ron Holland and Bobbi Klintman. After the break, the trio go over Cade's contract extension. Should the team have waited an additional year before offering the deal? The guys also get Keith’s thoughts on Tobias Harris, Paul Reed and the team’s potentially improved floor spacing. To close out, we get Keith’s analysis on the Pistons’ offseason as a whole and which player he’s keeping tabs on for improvements this upcoming season. 

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For the second year in a row, the Detroit Pistons have fallen to the No. 5 spot in the NBA draft lottery. Bryce and Omari game out what available options best suit the team at this point in the draft. The guys break down which players may fall in the draft, who the team should pursue and if the Pistons should consider trading the pick. 

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This week, Bryce and Omari continue the conversation on team roster construction by bringing on Andrew Schlecht, executive producer and podcast host for The Athletic. The pod dives into Andrew's thoughts on the Pistons' rebuild, including a strategy on how the team could utilize their cap space to avoid “the middle." After the break, the guys zoom in on coach Monty Williams and how a lack of a clear team offensive philosophy has only further complicated rebuilding efforts. Later in the show, the guys get Schlecht’s thoughts on the upcoming draft and close out with another true or false game of “Sheed or Sham?”

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This week, the guys have plenty to say about the big scoring nights from Saddiq Bey and Jerami Grant in the last few days. They also dig deeper into Omari's time with Pistons great Dave Bing and his thoughts on Cade Cunningham, Isaiah Livers' future and highlight which NBA draft prospects stood out to them in the first week of the NCAA tournament. 

This week, the guys welcome Jeremy Woo, the NBA draft expert from Sports Illustrated. Jeremy shares his No. 1 prospect and which player he think would fit best with the Pistons. Then, the fellas hand our their end-of-the-season awards for the Pistons.

This week, the guys talk about moving Killian Hayes to the bench and how Cade Cunningham's disabled player exception might play out for the team. Later, with the NBA trade deadline quickly approaching, your Pistons Pulse crew take you through what team trade pieces are available and review your fan submitted trade scenarios. Stay up to date with the latest Detroit Pistons news by visiting freep.com and checking out Omari's most recent work. Pick up your "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!

Remember that feeling in school right before a break where you didn't get a lot of work done? Bryce and Omari ride that vibe in this episode as the pod will be on break for the next two weeks. In the first two segments, the guys cover plenty of light-hearted ground, including what vacation plans are in store for "Offseason O", favorite running jokes/memories of the pod and how the trio formed the show. Tune in to also hear Omari explain to Kansas native Bryce what a "Yooper" is. Segment three, the guys get a little bit down to business and go over listener questions. We'll get back to your regular and more serious Detroit Pistons coverage when new episodes of the podcast returns in two weeks.

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This week, Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor, co-host of "Free Press Sports with Carlos & Shawn," joins the guys to help deconstruct the aftermath of the NBA trade deadline. Your Pistons Pulse crew helps analyze the James Wiseman trade and where he best fits in with the organization. Later, Bryce, Omari and Shawn discuss the results of the NBA trade deadline league wide. 

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