Episodes

  • Detroit Pistons trade deadline preview
    Jan 27 2026

    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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    55 mins
  • Should Detroit Pistons’ Jalen Duren be an NBA All-Star?
    Jan 21 2026

    Following the Pistons’ win over the Boston Celtics, Bryce and Omari recap the victory and dive into how the team has been exceeding expectations this year. Is J.B. Bickerstaff making his case for NBA Coach of the Year? The guys also break down Tobias Harris’ performance against the Celtics, why Duncan Robinson has been so effective, and if Jalen Duren has cemented himself as an NBA All-Star.

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    56 mins
  • NBA cap and free agency expert Keith Smith breaks down trade deadline for Detroit Pistons
    Jan 12 2026

    Friend of the pod Keith Smith joins Bryce and Omari to help game out what paths the Detroit Pistons could pursue with the upcoming trade deadline. Keith walks the guys through a potential Daniss Jenkins contract, the intricacies of trade exceptions and more.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • James Edwards III joins to preview Detroit Pistons vs. New York Knicks and evaluate NBA Eastern Conference
    Jan 5 2026

    Producer note: This podcast was recorded 1/4/26

    Bryce and Omari welcome back senior writer for The Athletic and friend of the pod James Edwards III. The trio explore the potential rivalry between the Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks. They also break down where the two franchises rank in the Eastern conference.

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    1 hr
  • What did we get right and wrong in our preseason predictions for Detroit Pistons?
    Dec 23 2025

    With a looming holiday break approaching, Bryce and Omari revisit an assortment of projections they made before the Pistons kicked off the 2025-2026 season. Later in the pod, producer Wes joins to pit the guys against each other in another true or false edition of “Sheed or Sham”?

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    1 hr
  • How legit are 21-5 Detroit Pistons?

    Dec 17 2025

    Omari and a diminished speaking-voice Bryce recap the Pistons’ big win against the Boston Celtics. The guys also hone in on Caris Lavert establishing his groove, Jaden Ivey’s performance since returning from injury, Cade’s MVP case, and Ausar Thompson’s recent struggles on offense.

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    57 mins
  • Laz Jackson helps evaluate Anthony Davis trade rumors and Detroit Pistons’ season so far
    Dec 10 2025

    With a lull in the Pistons’ schedule this week, Bryce and Omari welcome back friend of the pod Laz Jackson to offer insights into how the 2025 roster is performing at this point in the season. After covering the chatter around a potential trade for Anthony Davis, the guys dive deep into roster analysis, including Laz’s perspective on Jalen Duren and the hometown love for Ron Holland.

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    1 hr
  • What’s the ideal rotation for Detroit Pistons?
    Dec 1 2025

    Bryce and Omari continue the conversation on the 12-man rotation with the unsung heroes of the roster still stepping up in key moments for the team. The guys also break down the recent win against the Miami Heat and the losses to the Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic. They also evaluate Cade’s elevated level of play and Daniss Jenkin’s contributions.

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    57 mins