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The Pistons Pulse

The Pistons Pulse
Detroit Pistons
Cade Cunningham
Jaden Ivey
NBA
Jalen Duren
NBA Draft
Ron Holland
Tobias Harris
Malik Beasley
Asar Thompson
NBA Playoffs
New York Knicks
Isaiah Stewart
Motor City Hoops
Detroit Free Press
NBA Offseason
Tim Hardaway Jr.
Monty Williams
Summer League
Ausar Thompson

The Pistons Pulse is your go-to Detroit Pistons podcast for all the best news, analysis, insights and opinions on the team. Hosted by Omari Sankofa of the Detroit Free Press and Bryce Simon of Motor City Hoops. Find it every Tuesday wherever you listen to podcasts. Tune in to listen to engaging conversations and unique perspectives on your Detroit Pistons and NBA. Omari brings insider insights and... more

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Producer note: This podcast was recorded 10-26-27

Bryce and Omari break down the Detroit Pistons’ strong start to the regular season. Omari gives a health update on Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren. The guys also break down the depth of the team, Du... more

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It's a crossover! The Pistons Pulse and Freep Sports Show went LIVE to discuss the Detroit Pistons' 121-113 win over the Boston Celtics in the NBA season opener. Is Ausar Thompson showing that he's the second star next to Cade Cunningham that the Pis... more

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Producer note: This podcast was recorded 10-18-26

With the return of the regular season nearly here, Bryce and Omari conclude their preseason review with a focus on Jalen Duren and Cade Cunningham. The duo then dissect the Pistons’ first matchup o... more

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Producer note: This podcast was recorded on 10-12-2026.

Bryce and Omari break down what they’re learning about the Detroit Pistons from their preseason overtime loss to the Washington Wizards. The guys talk what stood out from players such as Tolu... more

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Andrew Birkle
Detroit Free Press
Episode: Freep Sports Show crossover! Is Ausar Thompson second star? Celtics game reaction
Shawn Windsor
Detroit Free Press sports columnist
Detroit Free Press
Episode: Freep Sports Show crossover! Is Ausar Thompson second star? Celtics game reaction
Vinny Goodwill
ESPN NBA senior writer, guest on episode
ESPN
Episode: ESPN’S Vincent Goodwill talks Jalen Duren’s contract and Detroit Pistons’ upcoming season
Esfandiar Baraheni
Analyst for The Athletic, NBA Daily pod
The Athletic
Episode: Discussing the offseason with The Athletic's NBA Daily
Dave DuFour
Analyst for The Athletic, NBA Daily pod
The Athletic
Episode: Discussing the offseason with The Athletic's NBA Daily
Laz Jackson
Pistons Summer League observer and Detroit Bad Boys contributor
Detroit Bad Boys
Episode: Should new Detroit Piston Ebuka Okorie play next to Cade Cunningham?
Corey Maxwell
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No Ceilings
Episode: Detroit Pistons mock draft with No Ceilings NBA
Keith Smith
Analyst, Front Office Show; SpotTrack writer
SpotTrack / Front Office Show
Episode: Keith Smith on what Detroit Pistons should do with Jalen Duren’s contract
Sean Windsor
Detroit Free Press columnist and guest on the show
Detroit Free Press
Episode: Reacting to Detroit Pistons' Game 6 win

Hosts

Bryce Simon
Co-host of The Pistons Pulse; on-air personality with deep basketball analysis and experience.
Omari Sankofa
Pistons beat writer for Detroit Free Press; provides insider Pistons coverage and front-office context.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 688 ratings
  • Best Piston podcast out there

    Love the pod and big fan overall. Unbiased and insightful opinions. Was shocked to see Bryce blocked me on Twitter and will be forever curious why. Im generally a very respectful person in the twitter space so kinda flabbergasted. Sincerely apologize if you took something the wrong way. Nonetheless it was a fun community while I was a part of it. Would recommend 👍🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R Canfield
    United States4 months ago
  • Favorite Pistons Podcast

    Bryce

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kudos56
    United States4 months ago
  • Best Piston podcast

    Enjoy listening to Omari and Bryce each week for the past couple years. They point out issues when needed but try to stay positive. Happy to see this podcast doing well and they have hung in there thru the bad years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coach R Dub
    United States6 months ago
  • Favorite Pistons Podcast

    I just don’t understand why it takes so long to upload episodes. Would be 5 stars if I could listen to the newest episode before the next game.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kudos56
    United States8 months ago
  • Best Pistons Pod Out There!

    Love the pod! Omari and Bryce do great work, and their knowledge of the game and this team truly show through it all. I could do with slightly less responding to their live chat throughout the show, but I can appreciate that they’re engaging with their listeners. Big fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BootyBoi_1978
    United States9 months ago

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Episodes are seen as essential Pistons content with insightful, data-informed analysis.
Listeners praise nuanced, balanced Pistons coverage with strong on-court and front-office insights.
Fans frequently appreciate host chemistry and willingness to engage with live chats and audience questions.

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Detroit Pistons off to hot start despite injuries
Q: Can Omari also tell us more about the Pistons offensive changes this year and the mastermind behind all the movement in the new sets? Is it JB, Luke Walton, someone else?
Omari says there is no single mastermind, though assistant Jerry Jack works closely with the guards and on offense. The team has added movement and varied ways to create open threes, while using Cade Cunningham off the ball more often.
Detroit Pistons off to hot start despite injuries
Q: Can Omari tell us any more when our injured players may be back?
Ausar Thompson was questionable for the next game and had a chance to play; Isaiah Joe was also questionable after a hard fall. Jalen Duren was expected to miss at least two weeks with a right hamstring strain.
Freep Sports Show crossover! Is Ausar Thompson second star? Celtics game reaction
Q: What did you see from Jalen Duren in his first game? Any improvements?
Omari Sankofa says Duren looked quicker and bouncier, scored efficiently through lobs and offensive rebounds, and showed potential to attack big defenders off the dribble. Shawn Windsor adds that Duren's second-half rebounding and box-outs were especially valuable.
Freep Sports Show crossover! Is Ausar Thompson second star? Celtics game reaction
Q: What did you see in the game that maybe indicated Ausar Thompson could be on the path to becoming the second star the Pistons have been looking for?
Shawn Windsor points to Thompson's improved ball handling, comfort and decision-making, including several high-level passes. He says Thompson's cutting, mid-range shot and defensive impact could make him a valuable offensive connector even if he does not become a reliable three-point shooter.
Should Detroit Pistons trade up for Yaxel Lendeborg?
Q: What would it take to move up to draft Yaxel Lendeborg?
It would likely require at least one first-round pick, possibly more, and potentially a swap plus additional assets, with the cost potentially pushing the team toward the tax apron; there's an emphasis on the risk of overpaying for a lottery-level rookie.

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What is The Pistons Pulse about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The Pistons Pulse offers in-depth, analytics-forward coverage of Detroit's NBA team, with a focus on on-court strategy, roster-building, contracts, cap space, and Summer League takeaways. Episodes routinely balance deep-dive breakdowns of players and lineups with high-stakes offseason planning, trade chatter, and front-office considerations, often featuring outside voices to broaden perspectives. A hallmark is the hosts' chemistry, combining former-player insight with beat-writing context to deliver pragmatic, not overly homerish, Pistons coverage that appeals to serious fans, aspiring guests, and industry listeners alike. Noteworthy traits include data-informed discussions, roaster construction debate, and live-chat interaction that adds a... more

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7. Corey Maxwell
8. Keith Smith

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