Podcasts about Detroit Pistons

Love Story: JFK Jr. is a must watch, Britney Spears Watch: the Ex's speak, Eli Zaret joins us post Michigan's victory, Corey Feldman Oscar snub, Netflix dumps Meghan, Dwight Howard's alleged cocaine, and a controversial Pawn Stars GoFundMe. Eli Zaret drops by to recap the Michigan's CBB victory over Michigan State, the upcoming tournament, Miami Ohio's March Madness push, Taylor Decker's exit from the Detroit Lions, the World Baseball Classic, Max Clark's bling, Jason Benetti praise, Sherrone Moore takes a plea deal, his mistress BLOWN OUT last week, the Detroit Pistons in a slide, the Detroit Red Wings make a deal, St. Louis Cardinals concessions and much more. Britney Watch: Britney Spears fired her sobriety coaches prior to the DUI. She may be picking up contraband in Mexico. Dr. Drew has his own thoughts on the situation. Randy Quaid is angry at TMZ over the debacle. Ex-husband, Jason Alexander, has made a statement defending Britney. Other ex-husband, Sam Asghari is making statements about Iran as well as Spears. Love Story on FX tells the tale of JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette. Daryl Hannah is not a fan of the series. Dwight Howard's wife is angry at his cocaine use and shows us a massive bag of Dwight's stash. Corey Harrison of Pawn Stars fame was involved in an accident and needs your money! Despite his father being worth $10M, he has a GoFundMe. Billy Corgan has conspiracy theories on the death of rock and roll. Drew guides us through the rise of the Stray Cats. RIP Country Joe McDonald. Christina Applegate has dropped her memoir. Sofia with an F smoked meth… or was it crack? There is a rumor about a Will Smith and Chris Rock reconciliation. Brother Bilaal won't give up his fight against the Smiths. The Oscars want NOTHING to do with Corey Feldman when they honor Rob Reiner. A fan had an unfortunate spill at a Machine Gun Kelly Concert. Megan Fox returns to Instagram. Liza Minnelli is alive and is charging people to attend her promotional tour for her book. Sydney Sweeney looks really good as she continues to promote Syrn. Meghan Markle wants to sell her charity after another head steps down. Think Beautiful takes her down a peg again. Dave Landau will join us tomorrow! Merch is still available. Buy it before it's gone. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon)

The guys start this week's Best of Valenti with their reactions to the Lions trading away David Montgomery. Plus, they reacted to the new TV/streaming service for the Red Wings and Tigers, Mike offered the people 2 Pistons options, and much more!

The hosts of 92.3 The Fan explore whether the Cleveland Cavaliers have finally evolved into legitimate Eastern Conference contenders, or if they still lack enough "signature" wins against elite opponents to prove their toughness. The guys break down whether the Cavs' recent 113-109 victory over the conference-leading Pistons serves as a definitive statement, potentially signaling that Cleveland is finally ready to challenge for the top of the East.

The hosts of 92.3 The Fan explore whether the Cleveland Cavaliers have finally evolved into legitimate Eastern Conference contenders, or if they still lack enough "signature" wins against elite opponents to prove their toughness. The guys break down whether the Cavs' recent 113-109 victory over the conference-leading Pistons serves as a definitive statement, potentially signaling that Cleveland is finally ready to challenge for the top of the East.

The March 8, 1976, issue of Sports Illustrated featured Buffalo Braves star Bob McAdoo on the cover, captured in a striking close-up portrait by photographer Neil Leifer, holding the ball at Buffalo Memorial Auditorium under the headline "Hottest Shot in the Game: Buffalo's Bob McAdoo." Just one year removed from winning the 1975 NBA MVP award—his second straight scoring title at 34.1 PPG in 1974-75—McAdoo was still dominating as one of the league's premier scorers and rebounders, leading the Braves in a strong season and representing the peak of his individual brilliance in Buffalo. However, his tenure with the Braves ended abruptly that December when contract disputes and the team's unwillingness to meet his salary demands prompted a trade to the New York Knicks for center John Gianelli and cash. Injuries, including a persistent back issue and later more severe setbacks, began to erode his consistency despite continued high scoring. McAdoo then became a journeyman: traded to the Boston Celtics in 1979 (one season), then to the Detroit Pistons (waived in 1981 due to injuries), a brief stint with the New Jersey Nets, before landing with the Los Angeles Lakers on Christmas Eve 1981 in a low-key trade for a second-round pick and cash to bolster depth after Mitch Kupchak's injury. In L.A., he reinvented himself as a potent sixth man on the Showtime-era teams alongside Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and James Worthy, contributing key scoring off the bench to help secure two NBA championships in 1982 and 1985 before concluding his NBA career. Named to the NBA's 75th anniversary team, the 6-10 McAdoo was a force in the NBA and one of it's most prolific scorers winning three scoring titles in succession and is the last player in the league to average 30 points and 15 rebounds per game in 1974. One of the most dominant players in NBA history was still at his peak in 1976, scoring 42 points for the Braves on December 7th of that year. But two days later he was traded to the Knicks and McAdoo tells us that's when he knew this game was actually a business. He remembers what a thrill it was to be on the cover of SI for the first and only time and he recalls how being named MVP is the ultimate prize… until you win an NBA Championship. He tells us how he came off the bench for the first time ever for Pat Riley's teams and while he didn't start most games, he certainly finished them. And he reminisces about meeting his childhood hero Earl “The Pearl” Monroe and what it his relationship was like with Kareem, Riley and Jerry West. One of the smoothest to ever do it in the NBA… Hall of Famer Bob McAdoo on the Past Our Prime podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It appears teams are looking to exploit the Pistons weaknesses. Are you concerned about the NBA Playoffs?

On this episode of the Palace of Pistons Podcast, Aaron Johnson and Jasper Apollonia break down the Detroit Pistons' recent losses to the Cleveland Cavaliers and San Antonio Spurs and what those games revealed about Detroit's ability to compete with the NBA's best teams. As expectations continue to rise around the Pistons this season, the guys analyze where Detroit struggled against elite competition and whether those issues could become a problem in the playoffs. Aaron and Jasper dive into the biggest takeaways from both matchups, including Detroit's offensive execution, defensive breakdowns, and the areas where the team still needs to improve if it wants to truly contend for an NBA championship. They also discuss the impact of star guard Cade Cunningham and whether the supporting cast around him is strong enough to match up with the league's top contenders. The episode also explores whether head coach J.B. Bickerstaff should consider making adjustments to the Pistons' rotation moving forward. Should Detroit tighten the rotation, experiment with different lineups, or make strategic changes to compete with the league's elite teams? With the playoffs approaching and championship conversations beginning to heat up, the guys debate the biggest question surrounding the Pistons right now: Are the Detroit Pistons actually a legitimate NBA championship contender, or are they still a step behind the league's top teams? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

No J. Kyle Mann today so Justin and Rob are joined by an old friend Big Wos! After last week's show where the guys looked at the teams with the bleakest futures in the league this time they look at the five teams with the brightest future. (00:00) Intro (13:22) Tommy Hilfiger ad break (15:00) Thoughts on the Nuggets (22:23) New York Knicks (27:42) Boston Celtics (34:39) Jayson Tatum (37:39) Minnesota Timberwolves (44:15) Detroit Pistons (52:10) Charlotte Hornets (55:46) Indiana Pacers (1:02:34) Oklahoma City Thunder (1:07:48) San Antonio Spurs Hosts: Justin Verrier and Rob MahoneyGuest: Wosny Lambre Producers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah Blakely Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Explore more at https://tommy.comTommy HilfigerTommy Hilfiger USA offers modern, sophisticated styles for women and men including apparel, handbags, footwear, underwear, fragrance and home furnishings with free shipping available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jason Fitz & Buck Reising fill in for the guys and talk about Bears WR D.J. Moore getting traded to the Bills, how Drake Maye and the Patriots still need more weapons and how A.J. Brown could be that weapon, the Spurs beating up on the Pistons, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Take begins with Wemby's extraterrestrial performance against the supposed finals contender Pistons! David Dennis and CC are ready to give him his "Best Player in the League" Belt, but Vinny can't quite get there!... Yet! (0:00) Then, Jayson Tatum's is COMING for his "Best Player on the Celtics" belt! (14:50) Next, DJ is head to Buffalo. Did Bills Mafia correctly appoint Josh's next capo? (22:50) Finally, Is Luka underachieving as a superstar? (36:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The people chimed in on today's topics for the final time today.

The guys continue their breakdown of the Red Wings' deadline acquisition + Taylor Decker's release. Plus, they touch on the Pistons after they got trounced by the Spurs last night.

Valenti and Rico kicked off today's show with their thoughts on Taylor Decker asking for his release + anxiously awaiting the 3:00 NHL Trade Deadline, wondering if Steve Yzerman was finally going to make a move. They had their prayers answered to begin the second hour, with the Red Wings trading for Defenseman Justin Faulk. The guys broke down this move throughout the rest of the show, mixing in some Pistons and more Taylor Decker talk.

Gary Parrish is in-studio and they'll spend the first hour talking about Penny Hardaway's future at the University of Memphis as their head coach (17:43). We'll rapid fire the rest of the show on Grizz/Clippers, Wemby and Fox destroying the Pistons, Prospect Watch, Dillon Brooks getting a DUI, Jayson Tatum's return and the NFL is in a good spot with QB's (1:02:05)Host: Chris VernonContributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to the Denver Nuggets beating the Los Angeles Lakers 120-113, LeBron James breaks the NBA all time field goal record passing Kareem Abdul Jabar, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Detroit Piston following Wemby’s 38 points and 16 rebounds and much more! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 3:14 - Nuggets beat Lakers33:28 - LeBron breaks NBA All-Time Field Goal record42:35 - Spurs beat Pistons48:40 - Trae Young makes Wizards debut52:20 - Shams says Jayson Tatum will play this season (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Carman and Daryl Ruiter bring in producer John to analyze Russell Westbrook's confrontation with the media and reflect on past interactions between Cleveland reporters and former Browns coaches. They also discuss the Detroit Pistons' performance against Victor Wembanyama and the technical malfunctions of the Big 12 tournament's LED glass floor. 01:31 - Westbrook Sacramento Media Feud 05:54 - Pistons NBA Playoff Outlook 07:25 - Big 12 LED Court

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), Kevin is joined by AMNY columnist Joe Pantorno (@JoePantorno) to dive into the Eastern Conference. First in Warm Up Jumpers, Trae Young makes his debut for the Wizards. What to expect from them the rest of the season and what their goals should be for next season. Next, Jayson Tatum announces his return just ten months post Achilles surgery. Does this make the Celtics favorites and how will he be worked back into the lineup amid the C's better than expected season. Joe and Kevin then dive into the other top Eastern teams and break down what they like and dislike about the Pistons, Knicks and new look Cavaliers with James Harden. Finally, can any other squad in the East take out these four teams? Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

We answered your questions — on Michigan State basketball's win and escape against Rutgers and Tom Izzo's role in it, the looming matchup against Michigan, Jeremy Fears Jr. vs. Yaxel Lendeborg for Big Ten player of the Year, MSU's NCAA tournament seed and the Spartans' roster next season, on MSU hockey and women's basketball, the Pistons, Lions and Red Wings, what The Rube would say at Couch's funeral and more.

Jason Smith: I would be the Sean McVay taking over for Jeff Fisher if Wendy's made me their Chief Tasting Officer. I'd have Wendy's in the Fast-Food Super Bowl in 3 years. With Jayson Tatum's return, who are the 5 teams that can win the NBA title? Plus, reasons why the Spurs would SWEEP the Pistons if they met in the NBA Finals!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We answered your questions — on Michigan State basketball's win and escape against Rutgers and Tom Izzo's role in it, the looming matchup against Michigan, Jeremy Fears Jr. vs. Yaxel Lendeborg for Big Ten player of the Year, MSU's NCAA tournament seed and the Spartans' roster next season, on MSU hockey and women's basketball, the Pistons, Lions and Red Wings, what The Rube would say at Couch's funeral and more.

Sports radio personality Keith McPherson is in for Kelvin, and he and Rob tell us if the trade of All-Pro CB Trent McDuffie proves that the Kansas City Chiefs dynasty is officially dead, debate whether the Pittsburgh Steelers should be willing to wait for Aaron Rodgers, tell us if the Detroit Pistons are legitimate NBA championship contenders, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports radio personality Keith McPherson is in for Kelvin, and he and Rob tell us if its fair to say that Kyler Murray has been failure as an NFL quarterback. Plus, NBA champion and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Antonio Daniels swings by to discuss the reported rift between Luka Doncic and head coach JJ Redick, the Detroit Pistons’ very real offensive shortcomings, the Magic City Monday controversy surrounding the Atlanta Hawks, and much more! Finally, the Odd Couple Crew debates ball park food in this week’s edition of One’s Gotta Go.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Valenti and Rico wonder the importance of tonight's game for the Pistons against the Spurs.

Mike and Rico put a bow on today's show with a Pistons conversation regarding their game against the Spurs tonight and what to make of their recent rough stretch. The guys were then joined by Wojo and Riger in cross-talk.

The guys continue their Pistons talk, incorporating some of their thoughts on how the rest of the season could shake up.

Cinco de Luncho goes full sports-history rabbit hole. Evan counts down the top five most “nondescript” championship teams ever, sparked by a debate about OKC not being much of a road draw. From the 2011 Mavericks to the 2004 Pistons to the undefeated 1972 Dolphins, the list turns into an argument about what really makes a team memorable. Then it gets weird in the best way: the guys dive into an old Super Bowl III conspiracy angle, argue about whether history would even care if something like that came out today, and somehow end up comparing it to an Abe Lincoln “what if” scenario. Plus, the conversation spills into free agency chaos, “New Team Who Dis” season, and a quick Giants roster-building debate off the calls.

Are Knicks fans scared of playing the Pistons in a playoff series? Should they be? Plus, are the Jets the most likely team to draft Ty Simpson? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Thursday. Cash That Ticket returned Thursday, March 5, 2026, with Munaf Manji and Dave Esler recapping a Best Bet win on Arkansas over Texas and pivoting to Thursday night picks across the NBA, plus two MLB win totals. Manji said his prior play, 76ers Jazz over 237.5, missed badly, while Esler noted Arkansas delivered without stress. In the NBA, they opened Pistons at Spurs, with San Antonio favored by 3.5 and a 228.5 total, and both teams largely healthy. With the clubs meeting recently in Detroit, Esler framed the matchup as a Pistons revenge spot and questioned whether the Spurs were becoming overvalued, leaning Detroit plus the points and the under, expecting a tighter, playoff type game. Manji agreed on the under and said Detroit's season long defensive profile supported another lower scoring result, while suggesting a better Pistons number could appear closer to tip. Esler also highlighted Jalen Duren points and rebounds over 29.5, and Manji backed it with Duren's production in recent Spurs matchups. Next was Lakers at Nuggets, with Denver favored by 5.5 and a 240.5 total. Manji cited a clean Lakers report aside from Maxi Kleber questionable and noted Denver's report included Cam Johnson questionable, Spencer Jones and Peyton Watson out, and Aaron Gordon not expected back yet. Esler said the rising total was the most notable market feature and leaned Lakers plus the points, including a first half look, along with the over. Manji also leaned Lakers and the over, pointing to Denver's recent defensive issues and shaky home cover results. The show then promoted a pregame.com special, described as $10 for $50 in bulk dollars, limited to one per person. On MLB win totals, Esler and Manji both leaned under 83.5 on the Rangers, citing injury concerns and rotation uncertainty, and both leaned under 84.5 on the Brewers, citing rotation questions and a step back expectation. For Best Bets, Esler played Arkansas State minus 7 or 7.5 over Georgia Southern in the Sun Belt Tournament, while Manji made Pistons Spurs under 228.5 his Best Bet, and both closed with caution on conference tournament betting volatility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick and Jonathan debate the Cleveland Cavaliers' potential playoff trajectory and the strategic benefits of avoiding the Boston Celtics early. They debate whether advancing to the conference finals by defeating teams like the Detroit Pistons represents true progress or if the team needs to overcome an elite contender to validate their season. 01:00 - Cavs Playoff Path Strategy 04:32 - Knicks Improved Defense 07:01 - Value Of Playoff Success

"Sounds like you in the shower." The Ultimate Enjoyer of Basketball™️ and collector of vintage sports stuff, Kenny Beecham, joins the show to discuss how much trust we should have in the Cavs and Pistons, the Charlotte Hornets' new role as the NBA's most fun team, and Dan's insistence that the Heat fire Erik Spoelstra. Then, why did Stephen A. pick this moment to go after Zion Williamson? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discuss the Cavs big win over the Pistons, potential landing spots for QB Malik Willis, and who will take over in the World Baseball Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with the Cavs take down of the Pistons sans Donovan Mitchell. Should we view them as the favorites? (0:00) Then, is Daniel Jones getting transition tagged a good or bad sign for the QB market? (27:30) Next, the Bengals fumbled Trey Hendrickson's entire contract situation. Now he'll most likely walk away when they could've traded him for multiple picks years ago! Should Joe Burrow be confident with his future in Cincinnati? (35:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Kostos tells us why Cade Cunningam and The Pistons will NOT win the NBA Finals in 2026.

Nick Kostos is joined by Jayson Stark of the Athletic to talk MLB, the new ABS System and the biggest spring training headlines. Plus, why the Detroit Pistons will NOT win the NBA Title this year.

Rob and Kelvin make a friendly bet over whether Rob will actually be able to lose 51 pounds by mid-August, and tell us why Duke freshman phenom Cameron Boozer is being propped up by a watered-down era of college basketball. Plus, Sirius XM NBA Radio host Brian Geltzeiler swings by to discuss what makes the Detroit Pistons so scary, why Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers are fraudulent title contenders, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin explain why Bruce Pearl is crazy for suggesting that undefeated Miami (OH) shouldn’t be a lock to make the NCAA Tournament and use the Jurickson Profar PED scandal as a backdrop for a discussion as to why PED use is a bigger scarlet letter in baseball than other sports. Plus, Sirius XM NBA Radio host Brian Geltzeiler swings by to discuss what makes the Detroit Pistons so scary, why Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers are fraudulent title contenders, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys offer some more thoughts on their Pistons either-or question.

Valenti gives the people 2 options to choose from regarding the Pistons.

Mike and Rico take your calls and read your texts on whether you are more confident in the Pistons making the finals or having a 2nd round exit against a team like the Cavs.

Mike and Rico hear from the people for the final time today.

The guys offered some final thoughts on their expectations for the Pistons this year + their belief in Brad Holmes this offseason.

Valenti and Rico went through some candidates to replace David Montgomery as the Lions RB2 to begin the third hour. They took a few more of your Pistons calls before discussing whether Tigers top prospect Kevin McGonigle has shown enough to make the Opening Day roster.

Mike offered 2 options to Pistons fans regarding their expectations for the team to open the show. They took this topic until the final segment where they talked about the best fits for some big NFL free agents on an "In Football Today".

Valenti and Rico kicked off the show with a question regarding how far the Pistons will go this postseason. They spent the second hour with a topic surrounding where their belief is in Brad Holmes and whether they're souring on him. The guys interchanged both conversations throughout the rest of today's edition of the show.

The guys open the final hour with a reset of their two main topics regarding the Pistons and the Lions.

Rich reacts to the breaking news of the Los Angeles Rams trading for Kansas City Chiefs All-Pro CB Trent McDuffie, and weighs in on Kyler Murray's future after his upcoming release by the Arizona Cardinals. CBS Sports' Richard “Rip” Hamilton tells Rich what how it felt to beat Duke for a National Championship for UConn in 1999, breaks down the Detroit Pistons' chances to win the NBA title this season, and weighs in on his talented-but-temperamental former teammate Rasheed Wallace. Rich debates if it's time for NFL teams to stop giving contract extensions to quarterbacks just because it's their turn though they haven't necessarily earned a big payday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ian Begley, Brian Chapman, and Brian Barrett jump in with Ken and Anthony analyze the current hierarchy of the Eastern Conference. They discuss the New York Knicks' defensive form and the growing rivalry between the Detroit Pistons and the Cleveland Cavaliers. The panel also examines Jayson Tatum's return to the Boston Celtics and identifies the true favorites to reach the NBA Finals.

Lima and Ken question whether the Cleveland Cavaliers have finally shed their "soft" reputation following a gritty win over the Pistons. They compare the physical presence of James Harden to Darius Garland and discuss the emergence of rookie Jalen Tyson. Additionally, they explore the peculiar porcelain horse gift Shedeur Sanders gave to Todd Monken.