The Pistons Pulse

Bryce and Omari present a bottom to top Detroit Pistons roster deconstruction based on this past season. 

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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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With Omari busy due to his Freep reporting duties, Bryce recorded solo to recap, offer his analysis and answer listener questions live on the game 6 loss. 

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After the tough game 4 loss, the Detroit Pistons bounced back in game 5 to take the series back to Detroit. The guys break down the game including, the differences made by Ausar Thompson and Cade Cunningham’s effectiveness.

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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 coach J.B. Bickerstaff needs to make serious adjustments for the team heading into game 5.

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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 lack of adjustments, the Knick’s usage of Karl-Athony Townes, and of course, the foul-baiting conversation.

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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 to analyze what went right for the Pistons this year and close out the show with listener questions. How seriously should the team consider trading for Zion Williamson?

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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 opponents, Marcus Sasser’s role, and if the Pistons need to rush Tobias Harris back to the court.

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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. The trio cover the differences between the Thompson twins, Dennis Schröder's veteran impact, and Jalen Duren’s contract extension.

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