The Pindown: A Detroit Pistons Podcast

Start your St. Patrick's Day off right... With the Detroit Bad Boys podcast! Recorded on Selection Sunday and delivered on the fist day of the "Second Round;" this podcast covers all your big Pistons questions. Jordan and Ben are joined by Jacob Kuybenhoven to explore numerous Pistons topics. 

Starting with the team's playoff position, the guys review their recent stretch of play. From there, a conversation about the 8th seed, holding off Chicago and what a series with Cleveland might look like. 

Then, Jordan brings up some questions regarding a healthy Pistons squad. What changes when the team is healthy? Some of those changes might mean less time for certain payers in the rotation. Jacob and Ben dissect the current rotation and it's effects on the team's performance heading into the playoffs. 

The podcast covers the rest of the Eastern Conference "bubble teams." From there, Jacob also talks about players in the NCAA tournament to watch. Maybe there's a future Piston playing?

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Jordan and Ben are back to talk all things Pistons! Jordan starts by previewing the future schedule, and Ben breaks down the bizarre future stretch of games. The Pistons are preparing for four straight road games, then nine at home, before three more straight on the road! What stretch means the most to the team's playoff chances?

Looking at the playoff odds, Ben discusses the team's recent play. How did they lose to New York and then beat Portland?! The up-and-down continues and Ben tries to determine what will be the team's strength and weakness moving forward. Some of those strengths rest on the team's health, so Jordan and Ben update everyone on the injuries of Jodie Meeks and Stanley Johnson. 

Meeks and Johnson also spark a conversation about the bench play. From there, the guys look at the Eastern Conference playoff race. While the Pistons are on the outside, Ben takes aim at the Bulls' spot and also talks about the Hornets and Pacers. 

If the Pistons can make the post-season, Jordan asks Ben about the 'best' match-up and the 'most intriguing' match-up. This episode ends with a reminder to send in your questions using #AskDBB

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Listen to this special Leap Day edition of the Detroit Bad Boys Podcast. Jordan and Ben are joined by Jacob Kuyvenhoven right after the Pistons beat the Raptors, marking the team's fourth straight win! There's some optimism in the air, with most of it centering around the newest Piston: Tobias Harris. The trio debate the trade and how Harris effects the Pistons' current playoff odds. 

The playoff conversation extends into a look at the Eastern Conference. From potential matchups to the Cavaliers or Raptors, Ben and Jacob argue on the odds of a first round playoff series win. Then a look at the teams fighting for the last playoffs spots in the East. What teams are the Pistons likely to jump? Which teams look ready to fight the Pistons for playoff position? 

When thinking about the playoffs, Jordan brings up the future schedule. Finally, the conversation circles back to Tobias. Ben has some quick hits on the newest Piston and what it means for the team's future. Jacob mentions how the team is being built and a look at the off-season. 

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Recorded at the start of the All Star Break, this episode is the perfect way to get ready for the second half of the NBA Season! Jordan and Ben are joined by Detroit Bad Boys contributor, Gabe FB. Gabe brings his expertise on all things Pistons. 

The episode starts by talking about the 'Goin to Work' Pistons, the recent retirement cermonies and what other Pistons may deserve the same treatment (Hint: Yes sir, we are talking about Rip Hamilton). Then the conversation moves into the team's recent struggles and Ben breaks down what he has seen so far. Gabe mentions the recent play of the team's forwards and that leads into the opening of the #AskDBB mailbag!

Is the 8th seed good enough for this season? Jordan mentions the current landscape of the Eastern Conference, and gets the opinion from everyone on this year's expectations. Gabe and Ben go back-and-forth on Stan Van's plan and his long game. What can we decipher from recent moves made by SVG? 

Next, we look into the off-season. It seems inevitable, but the guys answer a question about the merits of "Andre Drummond: Max contract player." Then Jordan opens up the discussion on what 2016 free agents are worth a max contract from Detroit? Al Horford to the Pistons? Pairing AD with Chandler Parsons? Nic Batum, anyone?

The episode wraps up with more discussion on the future of the Pistons. This is a must listen for all Detroit fans, a perfect way to get everyone ready for the rest of this season!

 

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Jordan and Ben bring on Jacob Kuyvenhoven to talk all things Pistons as the team heads for the All Star Break. We know about one All Star (Andre Drummond), but the crew talks about Reggie Jackson being left out as an All Star. The guys talk about a recent stretch of disappointing games, and reviewing the month of January. 

After looking back, the guys look forward. Even past this season, Jacob talks about the value of KCP to the future of this team. Ben talks about what the Pistons need to become contenders. Jacob mentions the current roster compared to the Memphis Grizzlies, and Ben and Jordan discuss the Pistons as the future Grizzlies of the East. 

Beyond the current roster, it's time to think about how the Pistons can add a superstar. Jordan and Jacob each have a trade to propose to Ben. What would it take to bring Kevin Love to Detroit? Is he even available? Jordan gets on his soapbox about the Cleveland Cavaliers, hoping better things for Mr. Love. 

Finally, Jordan helps to break down the Kuyvenhoven Big Board. Jacob's recent article on the top NBA draft prospects starts a conversation on some other potential future Pistons. 

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Listen to a special interview with Daniel Zott and Joshua Epstein of the band JR JR! Jordan gets a chance to talk to the guys about a variety of things. Starting with their new album and recent name change, the conversation quickly turns to basketball. Danny gives his take on the All-Star starters, even mentioning the band's effort to make Andre Drummond a starter. After sharing memories of growing up as a Pistons fan, they talk about the current team and their thoughts on Stan Van Gundy.

Josh answers a question about the team's playoff odds and tells a story of his steadfast support of the Pistons! Make sure to check out the band's single "Gone" off their newest self-titled album, JR JR. For more information about the band, you can go to the band's website - JRJRMusic.com - Where you can also find the band's music video for "Gone." 

 

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Ben and Jordan are back for a fantastic duet. This episode starts with breaking down some of the highs and lows of the Pistons' recent stretch of games. Without even mentioning the Gallinari shot; Ben talks about Pistons big win against the Warriors! That was of course on the night the team retired Ben Wallace's jersey and the guys briefly talk about the ceremony and the atmosphere for that game. Then the focus is on the Pistons' performance in close games as the All Star game and trade deadline creep closer...

Then it's time to talk about the All Star game! Ben and Jordan run through the starters and reserves in each conference, debating the few differences in their ballots. Ben favors the numbers and his picks give the two a chance to talk about how they decided on their All Stars. Ben prefers to look at advanced stats, while Jordan is definitely applying more of an eye test. Those differences make for some interesting conversations on players like Danilo Gallinari and DeMar DeRozan. 

Finally, it's more trade talk. Jordan opens the mailbag for a questions about the 8th Grader... Born Ready... Lieutenant Lance Stephenson! To the Piston? Then, a little more dialog on more trade rumors including future restricted free agents like Donatas Montiejunas. 

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Happy New Year everyone! Whether you're looking to learn more about the game or a hard core fan, this is the episode for you! Jordan and Ben are joined by frequent guest Sean Corp, editor of Detroit Bad Boys. Sean and Ben trade optimism about the team, the future of Brandon Jennings, and the outlook for certain bench players. 

Jordan has questions about what player needs to step up, which position could use some help and that leads into a discussion on the trade rumors. Is Jennings staying? Who could the Pistons target? You'll just have to listen to find out. 

Ben and Sean agree on most topics to begin the podcast, but then comes the debate! How does the NBA fix the issue of poor free throw shooters getting intentionally fouled in games? Should the problem be fixed? What does a solution? An episode summary with 'this many' questions, you know you're curious to listen!

The show wraps up with a quick look at some historically bad free throw shooting. Then it's goodbye until next time! Make sure to subscribe on iTunes to the Detroit Bad Boys podcast and continue to check our home, DetroitBadBoys.com

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You can't miss this new episode, arriving to you right before Christmas! As the Pistons play towards the New Years, Ben and Jordan have much to discuss. Jacob Kuyvenhoven joins to talk about the D-League and a another present under the Pistons' tree: The return of Brandon Jennings!

The episode starts with breaking down the four overtime game between the Pistons and Bulls. While the Pistons prevailed, it gives the crew a chance to examine the Bulls and a potential rivalry between the two teams. More than that, it gives the Pistons a look at one of the teams they'll be fighting with for the playoffs in the East. More than the Bulls, but the Heat and Hawks who just so happen to be the next two teams on the Pistons schedule. 

After a quick look at the East, it's time to talk about the Grand Rapids Drive and Brandon Jennings. Jennings returned to action Saturday playing with the Drive. He had some vintage moments, looking like he might return to form for the Pistons. Jacobs also helps to break down the play of Darrun Hilliard and Reggie Bullock in GR. 

The #AskDBB mailbag is opened with a question about Jennings return and future with the Pistons. Then, it's time to talk trade rumors and the Pistons next move. Ben has a take on Ryan Anderson, Jordan wants to talk about Danilo Gallinari and the trio also discuss the future of Terrence Jones in Motown. 

A perfect listen this Holiday season, it's full of laughs and lots of information about our Pistons. To find past episodes of the podcast, subscribe on iTunes and also find the pod on Blog Talk Radio. Make sure to continue to check DetroitBadBoys.com as your home for this podcast and solid content and coverage of Detroit basketball. 

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Jordan and Ben fly solo for their first duet episode. Jordan reviews the Pacers game (a nice win, with some solid bench play). Then Ben breaks down the big takeaways in the team's recent stretch of games. The conversation starts to focus on a few different factors: Bench play, starter minutes, and the play of Dre and Reggie. 

Ben drops some knowledge on Reggie Jackson, who really is the team's engine. "Where Reggie goes, so goes the team." After talking about Reggie, the conversation opens up to the team's future schedule and current position in the Eastern Conference. 

Looking at other contenders in the playoff picture, Jordan and Ben rap about certain teams that have surprised them (both good and bad). Included in this episode, Jordan opens the #AskDBB mailbag!

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