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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
Trajan Langdon

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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Detroit Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor joins Bryce and Omari this week to review listener ideas on what moves the Detroit Pistons could make this offseason. After a quick review of the NBA finals so far, the guys get right to listener sugg... more

With Omari away handling Freep business, Bryce brings back NBA cap expert and friend of the pod Keith Smith to break down the paths the Pistons may take this offseason. Bryce gets Keiths analysis on Jalen Duren and Ausar Thompson’s possible contracts... more

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Bryce and Omari break down the key takeaways from Trajan Langdon’s end of season press conference and game out what’s next for the Pistons if they keep Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren.

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Producer note: This podcast was recorded 5-18-26

Bryce and Omari look at what went wrong for the Detroit Pistons in their Game 7 matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers and look at the big picture by reviewing the team’s unexpected 2025-26 season. more

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Recent Guests

Sean Windsor
Detroit Free Press columnist and guest on the show
Detroit Free Press
Episode: Reacting to Detroit Pistons' Game 6 win
Fred Katz
Senior NBA writer for The Athletic; host of Katz & Schuett podcast
The Athletic
Episode: The Athletic’s Fred Katz shares national perspective on Detroit Pistons’ impressiveness
Keith Smith
NBA cap and free agency expert, associated with the Front Office Show
Spot Track, Front Office Show
Episode: NBA cap and free agency expert Keith Smith breaks down trade deadline for Detroit Pistons
Tim Bontemps
Senior NBA writer for ESPN, co-host of The Hoop Collective podcast
ESPN
Episode: Evaluating Detroit Pistons with ESPN’s Tim Bontemps
Vinny Goodwill
ESPN's senior writer covering the NBA
ESPN
Episode: Vincent Goodwill joins to preview Detroit Pistons training camp
Pistons Jack
Pistons content creator
Episode: Can Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey unlock their full duo potential for Detroit Pistons?
Alex Spears
Contributor at The Athletic, podcaster
The Athletic
Episode: Sizing up NBA Western Conference with “Slam n’ Jam” podcast crew
Jeff Jones
Former head coach with a 32-year career in college basketball
Old Dominion University
Episode: Pistons Pulse Offseason special: Coach Jeff Jones
Stephen Gillaspi
No Ceilings
Episode: Pistons Pulse mock draft with No Ceilings NBA: Picks 26 - 40

Hosts

Bryce Simon
Host of Pistons Pulse; on-air basketball analysis, former D1 player, coach background.
Omari Sankofa II
Pistons beat writer and co-host; deep access to front-office dynamics and on-ground team insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 679 ratings
  • 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 Statesa month 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 States3 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 States4 months ago
  • Best Pistons Podcast

    Essential for Pistons fans who are also interested in the ins and out of how their franchise operates (contracts, cap space, etc.)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bill2k20
    United States5 months ago
  • Easily one of the best Pistons podcasts

    Bryce and O2 are so insightful. Love listening every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LionelHutz4ever
    United States7 months ago

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Audience notes strong engagement with live chat and fan questions, appreciating thoughtful depth over hot takes.
Fans value the on-site perspective and access to behind-the-scenes context.
Listeners praise the hosts' balanced, non-homer analysis and deep knowledge of the team.
The show is liked for its broad NBA context and useful insights into contracts, cap space, and roster moves.

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Detroit Pistons’ defense is key to bouncing back
Q: What are the possible playoff rotation solutions if defense slips and shooting becomes a problem?
The hosts suggest leaning on the three core players (Cade, Durin, Thompson) while exploring options like Javonte Green, Kevin Herter, and other wings to provide spacing and defensive versatility, with JB's rotation likely to shrink in the playoffs to preserve continuity and focus.
What preseason play is revealing about 2025 Detroit Pistons
Q: How has Tobias Harris performed in the preseason?
Tobias's movement looks good, and he seems to be handling the game well, making him a vital player for the team despite his experience in year 15.
What preseason play is revealing about 2025 Detroit Pistons
Q: What are your thoughts on Cade Cunningham's performance during the preseason?
He looked excellent, showcasing a variety of scoring methods and soliding his readiness for the regular season.
Should Detroit Pistons bring back Malik Beasley?
Q: What are the potential barriers for the Pistons in signing him?
The ongoing investigations into Beasley's situation pose a significant risk, making rushing a signing imprudent.
Should Detroit Pistons bring back Malik Beasley?
Q: How do you see Malik Beasley fitting into the Pistons roster?
If all investigations clear, it seems he could help the team, especially as a shooter off the bench.

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The show offers in-depth, data-driven Pistons analysis with a steady cadence of episode-by-episode breakdowns, game recaps, and strategic roster discussions. Look for long-form game theory-style conversations, emphasis on player development (Cade Cunningham, Jalen Durin, Ausar Thompson), and roster construction, cap space, and off-season moves. Noteworthy is the blend of beat-writing perspective and on-court X's‑and‑O's expertise, plus frequent guest appearances from national and local basketball journalists who provide broader context without abandoning Detroit-focused insights. This mix makes it well suited for listeners who want rigorous basketball analysis, practical takeaways for fans, and a window into NBA decision-making and Pistons'... more

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1. Sean Windsor
2. Fred Katz
3. Keith Smith
4. Tim Bontemps
5. Vinny Goodwill
6. Pistons Jack
7. Alex Spears
8. Jeff Jones

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