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The Detroit Pistons had another successful week, going 2-2, picking up wins against the Atlanta Hawks and Miami Heat.

However, each game featured the Pistons giving up a double-digit lead in the fourth quarter. What's the reasoning behind Detroit's latest struggles? 

Plus, what to expect from Ausar Thompson, who has been cleared by the NBA's fitness to play panel? 

Detroit News sports editor Rod Beard (@detnewsRodBeard) and Pistons beat reporter Coty Davis (@cotydavis_24) discuss the team's 5-8 record after 13 games.

In this edition of the OctoPulse podcast, Ted Kulfan takes a look at the Red Wings' offense, which has dropped to third worst in the league from ninth last year.

He also talks with Pavel Datsyuk ahead of Monday night's Hockey Hall of Fame induction ceremony and he previews Detroit's upcoming four-game roadtrip with host Mark Falkner.

In addition, Hall of Fame broadcaster Sam Rosen is the interview guest. Rosen is the New York Rangers' play-by-play announcer who called the team's first Stanley Cup championship in 54 years in 1994.

Detroit News sports editor Rod Beard (@detnewsRodBeard) and Pistons beat reporter Coty Davis (@cotydavis_24) discuss the team's rebound after the 0-4 start.

Ted Kulfan takes a look at the Red Wings (4-5-1) at the 10-game mark and Dylan Larkin's decreased production from last year's fast start.

Detroit News sports editor Rod Beard and Pistons beat reporter Coty Davis take a look at the slow start and what changes the team should make to help Cade Cunningham.

Sports editor Rod Beard and Pistons beat reporter Coty Davis take a look at the 2024-25 season heading into Wednesday's opener against the Pacers.

Ted Kulfan previews the Red Wings' 2024-25 season and Penguins' radio analyst Phil Bourque is the interview guest on the 105th edition of The News' OctoPulse podcast.

The Detroit News' Nolan Bianchi, John Niyo and Richard Silva break down the Detroit Lions' 26-20 overtime win against the Los Angeles Rams. Watch for the Gritiron Gang, coming soon to a podcast provider near you.

The Detroit News' Nolan Bianchi and Richard Silva break down the Detroit Lions' Week 1 matchup, the Los Angeles Rams.

Tony Paul and Chris McCosky talk about the Tigers in the middle of a wild-card playoff race with 23 games left in the regular season.