The Pistons Pulse

Bryce and Omari cover the Detroit Pistons’ historic 3-1 series comeback victory over the Orland Magic. Later, the guys take a look at what’s changed for the Cleveland Cavaliers and how the Pistons’ could contend against them in their Eastern Conference semifinals matchup. 

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Producer note: This podcast was recorded 4-26-26

Bryce and Omari discuss player underperformances and missed opportunities that led to the Pistons’ 113-105 Game 3 loss to the Orlando Magic, and look ahead to Game 4 on Monday, April 27.

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Producer note: This podcast was recorded 4-21-26

Bryce and Omari welcome back to the show Detroit Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor to analyze the Pistons’ postseason performance so far. The guys note Cade’s showing in Game 1 and what the teams needs from Jalen Duren, Ausar Thompson, and Isaiah Stewart moving forward.

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From the Detroit Free Press, Omari Sankofa II, Bryce Simon and Shawn Windsor react live at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday night to the Detroit Pistons’ stunning Game 1 NBA playoff loss to the Orlando Magic, 112-101. Check back for a full-length podcast this week before Wednesday's Game 2 in this best-of-seven first-round series.

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Bryce and Omari look forward to the Detroit Pistons' upcoming playoff series and break down the best  moments from the regular season. They talk if Jalen Duren and Ausar Thompson should expect awards, Trajan Langdon’s winning moves on the margins, Duren’s improvements this year and how confident the team should feel heading into the postseason.

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Bryce and Omari are joined by Andrew Schlecht of The Athletic to discuss a newsy week in the NBA, starting with the release of former Piston Jaden Ivey after controversial comments he made online. Later, the guys discuss Cade Cunningham's NBA MVP case, the 65-game awards rule potentially snubbing his chances, the impact Daniss Jenkins has made and more.

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Bryce and Omari break down Cade Cunningham’s injury and how is absence is influencing the conversation around the 65-game rule for NBA awards. Later, the guys talk Daniss Jenkins’ career game against the Los Angeles Lakers and what his future role with the team could look like.

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Producer note: This podcast was recorded the afternoon of 3-17-26.

Bryce and Omari welcome back Free Press Sports columnist and friend of the show Shawn Windsor to help deconstruct the defensive needs of the Detroit Pistons. The guys talk which players to watch in March Madness for the Pistons, react to the the Pistons’ disappointing March so far, what the team needs to get back on track, confidence levels heading into the pl...

After a quick shout out to the latest addition to the Davenport family (Congrats Wes and Jill!), Bryce and Omari recap the Pistons' wins over the Oklahoma City Thunder, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Orlando Magic. Later, the guys focus in on the growing offensive prowess of Jalen Duren, break down Cade’s ranking in the MVP conversation, and analyze the spark Ausar Thompson provides to the team. The guys also answer listener questi...

Bryce, Omari, and friend of the pod Laz Jackson break down the Pistons’ loss to the the San Antonio Spurs. Was this loss a wake-up call for the team or are the Victor Wembanyama led Spurs uniquely built to slow the Pistons down? The guys also debate Ausar Thompson’s usage in the game and where coach J.B. Bickerstaff may need to make changes. The guys also look ahead to the rest of the regular season and talk potential m...

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After welcoming the newest member to the Simon family, Bryce and Omari recap NBA All-Star Weekend and share thoughts on the new format. Later, the guys dive deep into the final run of games the Pistons will play and offer what we can learn about the team as they head towards the end of the regular season.

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Producer note: This podcast was recorded the morning of 2-8-26 before news broke of Daniss Jenkins signing a two-year standard contract with the Detroit Pistons.

After a brief conversation on Super Bowl LX, the guys recap the Detroit Pistons’ 118-80 win over the New York Knicks and highlight Ausar Thompson’s impressive developments guarding against Jalen Brunson. Later in the pod, Bryce and Omari discuss Daniss Jenkins'...

Producer note: This podcast was recorded 1-26-26

After reviewing the Pistons’ recent two matchups, Bryce and Omari explore a vast array of potential trade deals the team could pursue leading up to the Feb. 5 NBA trade deadline. Could Jaden Ivey’s time in Detroit be coming to an end? The guys also discuss their thoughts on trading for Michael Porter Jr. and why Daniss Jenkins needs minutes in every game.

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