The Pistons Pulse

Bryce and Omari welcome back to the pod NBA writer for The Athletic and host of "Game Theory Podcast" Sam Vecenie. After covering general thoughts on the Pistons' recent season, the guys dive into Sam's expertise on the upcoming draft, including which player might be worth trading up for and what that move could cost. 

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Bryce and Omari welcome back friend of the pod Laz Jackson to discuss the offseason for the Detroit Pistons. After the break, the trio discuss the potential players/archetypes the team could pursue in the upcoming NBA Draft. 

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Bryce and Omari welcome back friend of the pod Keith Smith for his expertise on the NBA salary cap and free agency. The trio cover the numerous pressing options President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon and the front office will have to make this off-season regarding the roster. Keith walks the guys through what moves are available to the team if they stay under the salary cap and if they go over. The guys also cover one of...

In a retrospective-focused podcast, Bryce and Omari summarize the largest takeaways from the Pistons’ playoff run and what the future looks like for the young team. The guys cover what’s the next step for Cade Cunningham, rookie Ron Holland’s development this season, and what kind of an impact Jaden Ivey could have made in the playoff series against the New York Knicks. Later, the guys talk listener highlights of ...

Bryce and Omari welcome back to the show Freep sports columnist Shawn Windsor to help recap the Pistons’ historic season and break down the notable comments made by President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon in his end-of-year news conference.

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Bryce and Omari recap the Detroit Pistons’ game 4 matchup against the New York Knicks. While the costly missed foul call was the biggest talking point following the loss, the guys make sure the other noteworthy moments of the game are not overshadowed, such as Cade’s triple double performance. The guys also break down the Pistons’ sluggish start to the game, Ausar Thompson’s usage in this series, and if coac...

Following the Detroit Pistons' 118-116 loss to the New York Knicks, Bryce went live to recap game 3, share his analysis, and answer listener questions. Bryce and producer Wes had originally hoped Omari would be able to join halfway through the live recap but O2's beat reporting duties kept him away from this quick pod. The guys will be back with a full pod next week recapping game 4 and more. 

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Bryce and Omari have a wealth of material to cover with the Detroit Pistons vs. New York Knicks series now tied 1-1. With the longest active playoff win drought now in the history books, the guys bring on Freep sports columnist Shawn Windsor to help break down the Detroit perspective. After the break, Omari and Bryce welcome to the pod Andrew Claudio aka GMAC of “Knicks Film School” to talk everything Knicks, including ...

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 ...

As the Detroit Pistons enter into their final games of the regular season, Bryce and Omari preview their remaining matchups. In researching the last 10 years of conference finalists teams, Bryce pulls data that shows how the Pistons still need a more confirmed No. 2 type of player to complement Cade Cunningham. Can Ausar Thompson or Jaden Ivey fill that role? The guys also talk the team’s struggles against good rebounding opp...

Producer note: This podcast was recorded before the NBA's suspension decision. You can find Omari's latest reporting here: NBA suspends 3 Detroit Pistons after fight vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

Bryce and Omari welcome back friend of the pod Laz Jackson. The trio break down the team’s altercation with the Minnesota Timberwolves and potential fallout. Afterwards, the guys continue the playoff conversation and player evaluations....

Bryce and Omari welcome back Nate Duncan of the “Dunc'd On Basketball NBA Podcast" to the show. The discussion around the team has drastically changed since the guys first talked to Nate back in November and the trio start the show by analyzing the team's potential playoff standing. The guys also get Nate's thoughts on Cade making the All-NBA Team, the Pistons' top 10 defensive rating, Malik Beasley's three-point shootin...

Bryce and Omari recap Cade’s ejection and coach J.B. Bickerstaff’s fiery response to the officiating in the Detroit Pistons’ loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The guys also cover the team’s win over the New Orleans Pelicans and loss to the Washington Wizards. Later, Bryce and Omari continue the playoff conversation and analyze where the team could land in the postseason and what matchups could fit the team.

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 p...