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Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and Anthony Slater to break down Steph Curry's interesting future in Golden State including how his potential extension could determine the future for the Warriors. Then, the guys tackle the intriguing situation between Jalen Duren & the Pistons as his restricted free agency presses on. We discuss if Detroit will be able to manage this moving forward or if it could cause major issues for the team. Finally, we talk about the FIBA World Cup qualifiers with some epic battles taking place in Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Central Division shakeup: Can the Indiana Pacers leap from last to contenders with Tyrese Haliburton's return and Ivica Zubac anchoring the paint? The Detroit Pistons seek to defend their East crown behind Cade Cunningham, while the Cleveland Cavaliers gamble on the high-upside fit of Peyton Watson in a star-studded starting five. Chicago Bulls' rookie Caleb Wilson ignites excitement, and the retooled Milwaukee Bucks pin hopes on Tyler Herro and Kel'el Ware after trading Giannis Antetokounmpo. Host Wes Goldberg and Bryce Simon break down major offseason moves, surprising depth chart decisions, and roster questions defining each Central Division squad. Key debates spotlight Ausar Thompson's evolving offensive game, the risks of John Collins' fit in Detroit, and why depth versus top-tier talent could decide the division. Who's poised for a breakout, and which teams actually got better? Don't miss this comprehensive preview of the NBA's most unpredictable division. 00:00 Division preview series kickoff 08:29 Evaluating Tobias Harris vs. John Collins 12:35 Discussing team spacing issues 16:54 Eastern Conference team strategies 24:43 Discussing team dynamics with Siakam 29:10 Norm Powell signing impact 34:11 Excited for the Milwaukee team 41:09 Caleb Wilson drafted to Bulls 56:21 Eastern Conference playoff potential 01:00:28 Potential impact of star injuries 01:06:00 Discussion on Ausar Thompson's Potential RealGM Radio is your top spot for the best weekly NBA coverage. Subscribe to get RealGM Radio with Wes Goldberg, the Double Dribble and Good Take every week. Monday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Tuesday: RealGM Radio with Wes Goldberg Wednesday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Thursday: Good Take with Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer Subscribe to watch more RealGM Radio videos: youtube.com/@realgmradio FOLLOW REALGM ON SOCIAL RealGM on X/Twitter https://x.com/RealGM RealGM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/realgmnba/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Palace of Pistons Podcast, Aaron Johnson takes a closer look at the Eastern Conference and breaks down the league's top teams heading into the 2026-27 season. With the offseason reshaping the conference around Detroit, Aaron examines how the biggest contenders have improved, which teams have taken a step back, and where the Pistons currently stand among the East's elite. Aaron also dives into the latest update in the Jalen Duren contract saga, with reports indicating that Duren and the Pistons are expected to reach an agreement in the range of 4 years and $160 million. What would the deal mean for Detroit's future, and is that the right price to pay for their young center? It's a full Eastern Conference check-in and an important update on one of the Pistons' biggest offseason storylines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A report from Yahoo Sports' Jake Fischer about Duren-Pistons negotiations has the guys VERY concerned.

Mike and Rico take a couple of your calls on Jake Fischer's report about the ongoing Duren/Pistons contract negotiations.

Mike and Rico dished on Tarik Skubal's return to Detroit this weekend and whether he'll be booed or cheered by the fans. Then, they reacted to a report from Jake Fischer about the latest in the contract negotiations between the Pistons and Jalen Duren that does NOT make Trajan Langdon and the organization look good.

This new Duren/Pistons report is NOT ideal...

Valenti and Brendan Schabath (in for Rico) opened up today's show with a conversation about a meltdown from Sergio Garcia at this past Masters that may or may not have incidentally ended LIV Golf. They carried this into the second hour before reacting to the latest undesirable report about the discord between Jalen Duren and the Pistons in their ongoing "negotiations". The guys talked about why judges need to stay out of college sports in the third hour and then had a discussion in response to an article from the Detroit Free Press highlighting the "unluckiness" of the Tigers bullpen.

Aaron Johnson and Jasper Apollonia are back to break down the Detroit Pistons' newly released 2026-27 regular-season schedule! The guys dive into Detroit's tough opening stretch, including matchups against Boston, Miami, Philadelphia and New York, while discussing what the Pistons' 19 nationally televised games say about the franchise's growing profile around the NBA. Aaron Johnson and Jasper Apollonia break down the Pistons' brutal 2026-27 schedule, 19 nationally televised games, Jalen Duren's contract situation, and the looming Ausar Thompson extension.Then, the focus shifts to Detroit's biggest offseason contract situations. Is the Jalen Duren contract saga finally nearing its conclusion, and what could his next deal mean for the Pistons' long-term plans? With Duren's situation seemingly approaching an end, the clock is also starting to tick on Ausar Thompson's looming contract extension and the financial decisions Detroit will have to make once Duren is locked in. The guys discuss the schedule, national exposure, Duren, Ausar and what could be one of the most important stretches of roster-building in the Pistons' recent history. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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On this week's Best Of Valenti, the guys have a discussion about whether they're excited for this upcoming college football season. Plus, Mike gives his take on whether Trajan Langdon overplayed his hand with Jalen Duren, the guys react to Bryce Underwood's comments about The Game, and much more!

Hey, who said that? And about who!?The guys are joined by Harry and Mickey from the Order of the Blazing Horse Podcast, and Robbie has a brand new game (that we may have stolen from our guests) for the group to play. It's Who he talkin' ‘bout? DBB Edition. In a fun bit of trivia, Robbie reads off comments from our own DBB comment section, and Wes, Harry and Mickey have to guess who it was said about. As well, the foursome discusses how late might be too late for Jalen Duren's next contract, their review of Trajan Langdon's tenure so far in Detroit, and break down some highlights of the 2027-28 schedule. They also discuss which player's offensive improvement would be most impactful, and whose is the most unlikely.We've got you covered for all this and more in this week's episode!You can watch the entire episode on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Wes Davenport on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheRealWesD3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Robbie Bettelon on Twitter ⁠⁠@BobbyBuckets313⁠⁠Follow Detroit Bad Boys on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DetroitBadBoys⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to hear your voice on the Pindown? Call ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(313) 355-2717⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and leave your question as a voicemail! The guys will play your message and answer your question on that week's episode! All we ask is that you keep your questions to under 45 seconds.

On today's episode of 3 Championship Drive, Lance Caporossi reacts to the Detroit Pistons opening the 2026-27 NBA season against the Boston Celtics on October 20. Detroit will officially begin the season on Opening Day in a nationally televised matchup, setting the stage for a major test right out of the gate.Lance then makes the case for why Ausar Thompson is more important to the Pistons' long-term success than Jalen Duren. What does Ausar's defensive impact, versatility, and development mean for Detroit's championship aspirations?The Jalen Duren situation also continues to dominate the conversation. More teams are reportedly showing interest in a potential sign-and-trade for Duren, but Detroit has reportedly been unwilling to take calls. Lance discusses whether the Pistons are making the right decision by standing firm or if they should at least listen to offers.If you're looking for Detroit Pistons news, Boston Celtics vs. Pistons, Jalen Duren trade rumors, Ausar Thompson, Cade Cunningham, Pistons Opening Day, NBA trade rumors, and Detroit basketball, this episode of 3 Championship Drive has you covered.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow 3 Championship Drive on Spotify and subscribe on YouTube for daily Detroit Pistons coverage. From trade rumors and free agency to NBA Draft scouting reports and game analysis, we've got Pistons fans covered all year long. Leave a 5-star rating, share the podcast with another Pistons fan, and join the conversation in the comments. New episodes every week.

How has the Jalen Duren contract situation not been figured out yet?

Valenti and Rico discussed their lack of understanding of the Pistons still not coming to a contract agreement with Jalen Duren. They quickly transitioned from this to whether they (and by extension, the people) are re-engaged with the Tigers amidst their solid stretch.

It's just the two of them this week — Harp's off in San Antonio, so Robert Horry and Rob Jenners are running the show solo, old-school style. No Shoot Around this Friday either, so they're packing everything into one episode.   They start with the good stuff: the NBA dropped a taste of the schedule, and the Christmas Day slate is loaded — Spurs-Knicks, Heat-Celtics, Sixers-Lakers (hello LeBron revenge tour), Thunder-Wolves, and Nuggets-Warriors closing it out. Bob and Rob debate whether Denver deserved the marquee spot over Dallas, and that turns into a bigger conversation about how much longer Jokic and Steph stick around their current teams — and why neither of them should ever, ever run for office.   From there it's opening week previews, a Pistons discussion that gets real about the Jalen Duren contract standoff, and Bob's old war stories about guys faking injuries to force a new deal. Then the Kawhi Leonard stuff. Another secret endorsement deal surfaced this week — this time with Daktronics — and the guys walk through it, plus the resurfaced details from the Lakers' 2019 free agency pitch that the league is now investigating. They get into whether the Clippers star actually suits up this season and what it means if the NBA lets this slide.   Also on deck: Dillon Brooks cashing in with a $73 million extension from the Spurs, Wemby flying the whole Spurs roster to Paris for a mini training camp, and Robert's take on a young guy trying to "lead" without doing anything out of the ordinary.   VJ Edgecombe getting FaceTimed by LeBron leads Bob into one of his own stories from his playing days, and then Scottie Pippen's blunt comments about Zion Williamson's discipline get the full breakdown — including Bob's offer to personally get Zion in shape.   They pay respects to the late, great Don Nelson, run back Adam Vinatieri's surprisingly filthy Hall of Fame speech, and there's a QVC clip that has to be heard to be believed. Big Shot of the Week goes to a Virginia man who donated a kidney to a stranger and wore his Santa hat into surgery to do it.   And to close it out — since it's just the two of them — they finally play 82 and 0 on the show for the first time, drafting all-time rosters and trying (and mostly failing) to go undefeated.   00:00  Kickoff: Just Rob and Rob This Week 01:34  Christmas Day Slate Revealed 02:34  Jokic, Steph and the Nuggets-Warriors Debate 07:05  NBA Opening Week Schedule 08:04  Pistons Outlook and the Jalen Duren Standoff 10:34  Old-School Contract Holdout Stories 12:34  Setting Up 82 and 0 14:11  Kawhi's Latest Secret Endorsement Deal 15:34  The 2019 Clippers Free Agency Allegations 20:34  Will Kawhi Suit Up This Season? 22:34  Dillon Brooks Cashes In 24:34  Wemby's Paris Minicamp 27:05  VJ Edgecombe's LeBron FaceTime Story 29:34  Scottie Pippen Sounds Off on Zion 37:34  Remembering Don Nelson 39:30  Vinatieri's Hall of Fame Roast 40:55  QVC Wig Clip of the Week 42:32  Big Shot of the Week: Dave Bell 43:36  Playing 82 and 0 53:03  TV Talk and Sign-Off

Valenti addresses the latest rumors/news surrounding Jalen Duren and the Pistons' standoff. Then, he gets right to the texters, who have thoughts on both Duren and the CFB topic.

Valenti spent the second hour doubling down on his frustrations about college football after hearing some news about the CFP from Jeremy Otto during his update. He took a brief timeout from this topic to discuss his thoughts on Jalen Duren still not being signed by the Pistons.

On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys are joined by Carlton Cabey (@Carlton_KB) to first talk the latest in the Kawhi Leonard investigation as he's accused of getting another endorsement to circumvent the cap. A look at what potential punishment, if any, would look like and what it'd mean for the Clippers and Raptors as their trade remains in limbo. Then, a look at remaining free agents including Bradley Beal, Demar Derozan, James Harden, Jalen Duren and more. Where are the best potential landing spots for everyone? Finally, anothe round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!

On today's episode of 3 Championship Drive, Lance Caporossi dives back into the ongoing Jalen Duren contract situation and discusses what the latest developments could mean for the Detroit Pistons and their young center.Lance also reacts to reports that Ausar Thompson is expected to sign a five-year, nine-figure contract extension with Detroit. What does the deal say about the Pistons' confidence in Ausar, and can he become a major part of a championship-level core alongside Cade Cunningham?The conversation then turns to Isaiah Stewart, including reports that Stewart wanted out of Detroit before ultimately being traded. What led to the breakup, and was moving Stewart the right decision for the Pistons?Finally, Lance looks ahead to the 2028 Olympics and asks a big question: Could Cade Cunningham be the starting point guard for Team USA in 2028? What would Cade need to accomplish over the next two seasons to earn a starting role among the best American players in the world?If you're looking for Detroit Pistons news, Jalen Duren contract updates, Ausar Thompson rumors, Isaiah Stewart trade analysis, Cade Cunningham, Team USA, and NBA offseason coverage, this episode of 3 Championship Drive has you covered.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow 3 Championship Drive on Spotify and subscribe on YouTube for daily Detroit Pistons coverage. From trade rumors and free agency to NBA Draft scouting reports and game analysis, we've got Pistons fans covered all year long. Leave a 5-star rating, share the podcast with another Pistons fan, and join the conversation in the comments. New episodes every week.

0:00 ... Ross hello, welcome, and introduces the panel 0:32 ... Show #260 is dedicated to Hall of Famer Michael Cooper who was drafted with the #60 overall pick in the 1978 NBA Draft. 1:24 ... LeBron James is now a member of the 76ers and World B feels the upcoming season will feature a wide open and competitive eastern conference.   There are 11 legit playoff contenders for just 8 spots. 3:44 ... Bruce feels like LeBron made the move to Philly in a desperate attempt to win 2 more rings and tie Michael Jordan with 6 championships and convince people that HE, not MJ is the GOAT.   Bruce feels that Sixers games will be "Must Watch" TV. 5:24 ... Depth and health could be issues for Philly.  Ross also feels that many more coaches will be on the hot seat with so many solid teams competing for just 8 playoff spots. 6:22 ... Bruce feels that the Jalen Duren contract impasse in Detroit could have a lingering effect that might affect the morale of the team if Duren's teammates feel he is being mistreated by Pistons management. 7:22 ... What's the deal with the Orlando Magic?  Is their window closed as far as being elite in the east?  They still have talent, but their offense is still sub-standard.  Bruce feels that the team will be in the mix for the Play In tournament but he does not have a great feeling about this team. 12:31 ... Jalen Brown is no longer a Celtic, so who is going to step up?  From a leadership standpoint, it has to be Jayson Tatum, but others like Derrick White, Hugo Gonzalez, and Baylor Scheierman need to all have solid seasons for Boston to challenge for the top 6 in the east. 14:43 ... World B agrees with Bruce that Derrick White needs to step up. 15:57 ... Ross asks Bruce if Tatum is capable of being a "fiery" leader and Bruce doesn't really know if Jayson is capable of adjusting his personality and mindset from his "too cool" exterior to someone who shows more emotion. 17:45 ... Atlanta has added Lu Dort and Ross wonders if Dort can bring the type of toughness to the Hawks that a guy like Dillon Brooks brought to the Suns?   World B loves Dort's perimeter defense and his presence gives the Hawks much better depth.  World B also feels Jalen Johnson has to continue his progress for the Hawks to excel.  Bruce thinks Dort is exactly the type of gritty veteran Atlanta needs and their fans will love.  Ross loves the move and thinks Dort's physicality will really improve the Hawks' defense. 22:17 ... The Portland Trailblazers have a new owner (Tom Dundon) and he has made some really unsettling moves since taking over the franchise.  There are rumors that the Blazers, who are battling with local Portland politicians over arena funding and other financial issues could end up leaving the city.   That would be devastating to the city of Portland and would give the city a real black eye. 24:14 ... Ross is very angry about the way that Dundon has treated their broadcasters like Kevin Calabro and Tom Haberstroh because he watched a lot of Blazers games and really enjoyed their telecasts. 25:32 ... World B feels Dundon has been an embarassment and cites the bad contract he gave new head coach Micah Nori as a really poor way to treat their new coach. 27:37 ... Bruce feels for the Portland fans, who are among the best in the NBA and since the Blazers are Portland's only major league team, their fans would be devastated if the team flatlines and eventually leaves town. 29:05 ... If you were a fan, would you rather be a Warriors or Clippers fan?  Bruce would rather be a 'Dubs fan but Ross and World B would rather be Clippers fans.  Everyone explains why they feel the way they do.  LA owner Steve Ballmer is the main reason that Ross and World B prefer the Clippers. 33:09 ... Will DeAaron Fox be on the Spurs the entire season?  Bruce feels he will because of his contract, which calls for him to be paid more than $222 million over the next 4 seasons.  It's such a bad contract that it's hard to see any team taking it on. 37:04 ... It's time for the always enjoyable "Card Challenge" segment where Ross picks random cards and asks Bruce and World B to react to the players spontaneously to prove their knowledge.  Jalen Duren of the Pistons is first for World B. 38:19 ... Next up is Klay Thompson of the Mavericks for Bruce 39:25 ... Kyrie Irving of Dallas is next for World B. 40:20 ... Tyler Herro for Bruce 40:57 ... Carmelo Anthony for World B. 42:29 ... Bruce Bowen for Bruce .... they'll be together on Wednesday at the Basketball Hall of Fame for a "HoopHall hangout" session with the fans. 44:17 ... Ross wraps the show and says goodbye TRT 44:30                 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jalen Duren's lingering free agency is the biggest story on any of these three teams, but we've also got some young and interesting names on the Bulls and Bucks. Plus, are there a few Old Man types hiding between the youngsters? The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything we do. https://www.patreon.com/cw/oldmansquad Follow Dan Besbris on Twitter: https://x.com/danbesbris Find Dan on the brand new BlueSky social network: https://bit.ly/3Vo5M0N Check out Dan's Google Sheet with Ranks, Weekly Streaming Schedule Charts & Injury Replacement Adds FREE! https://bit.ly/3XrAdEW Listen and subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3XiUzQK Listen and subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ACCHYe Float on over to the new Old Man Squad Sports Network YouTube page to watch videos from the network's top talent: https://bit.ly/46Z6fvb Join the Old Man Squad Discord to chat with Dan and all the other hosts: https://t.co/aY9cqDrgRY Follow Old Man Squad Fantasy on Instagram for all our short videos: https://bit.ly/3ZQbxrt Podcast logo by https://twitter.com/freekeepoints Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of 3 Championship Drive, Lance Caporossi explains why trading Jalen Duren wouldn't be as devastating for the Detroit Pistons as many fans believe. Is Duren truly untouchable, or could moving him be the right decision if it helps Detroit take the next step toward championship contention?Lance then makes the case for why Kevin Durant is the ideal trade target for the Pistons. Does Durant's skill set make him the perfect fit alongside Cade Cunningham and Detroit's young core, and would acquiring the future Hall of Famer immediately elevate the Pistons into the NBA's elite?The conversation also turns to Ron Holland. Is Holland ready to earn a spot in Detroit's starting lineup, and what would his development mean for the Pistons this season?Finally, Lance names his Mount Rushmore of Detroit Pistons guards, honoring the four greatest backcourt players in franchise history and explaining why each earned a place among the all-time greats.If you're looking for Detroit Pistons news, Jalen Duren trade analysis, Kevin Durant rumors, Ron Holland development, Pistons history, roster breakdowns, and NBA offseason coverage, this episode of 3 Championship Drive is for you.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow 3 Championship Drive on Spotify and subscribe on YouTube for daily Detroit Pistons coverage. From trade rumors and free agency to NBA Draft scouting reports and game analysis, we've got Pistons fans covered all year long. Leave a 5-star rating, share the podcast with another Pistons fan, and join the conversation in the comments. New episodes every week.

Are the Chicago Bulls done making moves, or is Bryson Graham keeping one chair open for a reason?On today's Chicago Bulls Central, Haize breaks down why the Bulls may enter the regular season with their 15th full-time roster spot open. After days of smoke around Bennedict Mathurin, including reported interest from Chicago and praise from the Bulls' coaching staff, local reporting has suggested that the interest may be overstated. That does not completely kill the possibility, but it does make the Bulls' bigger priority clear: flexibility.Haize explains why keeping the final roster spot open may line up with Bryson Graham's front-office philosophy. Instead of rushing into a restricted free-agent sign-and-trade or adding a veteran just to fill the bench, Chicago could preserve flexibility to help facilitate trades, take on salary, or collect future draft capital if the right opportunity appears.Then the conversation gets bigger: Should the Bulls be watching the Orlando Magic and a potential second-apron crunch involving Paolo Banchero? If Orlando ever reaches a point where Banchero becomes available, should Chicago be aggressive even if the fit with Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson is imperfect?Plus, Haize looks ahead to 2027 free agency and why the 2026–27 season may be an evaluation year that determines whether the Bulls eventually pursue a player like Mathurin, Peyton Watson, or Jalen Duren.

Mike thinks Jalen Duren is delusional for what he is still asking for from the Pistons/other teams. Also, the guys talk about some pressing Big Ten Media Day questions, react to the Tigers blowing another big lead, and much more.

The guys are in agreement that Trajan Langdon is within their top 2 of Detroit GMs they want to hear from.

9:00 HOUR: Jalen Duren has even more people in his ear, Heather delivers the news

Robert Horry is back at his mom's house for the week, which means the guys start with fried catfish, La Spata's subs, and why Hardee's steak biscuits are undefeated — before getting into the biggest story of the NBA offseason.   LeBron James is headed to Philadelphia on a deal that pays him a fraction of what he's made in years past, and Horry, Jenners, and B-Dawg break down what that actually means for the Sixers. They get into the point guard experiment, whether Tyrese Maxey's game gets hurt by it, who's playing the three now that KCP and V.J. Edgecomb are both in the mix, and why Horry has real concerns about the helicopter commute rumors after what happened to Kobe.   From there it turns into a full GOAT conversation. Horry explains why he judges players by their weaknesses instead of their strengths, makes the case for Kobe belonging in the same breath as Jordan and LeBron, and lays out what it would actually mean for LeBron's legacy if he wins a title in Philly. The guys also grade the Sixers' defense, run through Draymond re-signing with the Warriors, and catch everyone up on the East, which is suddenly loaded.   Plus: the wildest stat of the week (a Miami football transfer quarterback is about to out-earn LeBron, Caitlin Clark, and Shohei Ohtani combined), a debate over people calling the NBA the "MNBA," Big Shot of the Week honoring a firefighter who pulled three kids out of a capsized boat, and Rapid Fire makes its return.   Subscribe for new episodes of the Big Shot Bob Podcast every week, and catch Shoot Around for the extended cut and extra bits.   00:00  Cold Open & Episode 270 Kickoff 01:38  Robert Horry's Trip Home & Comfort Food Talk 04:51  LeBron James Signs with the 76ers 08:19  Point Guard Experiment & Roster Fit Questions 12:45  The Helicopter Commute Rumor 15:47  Title Odds, National TV Games & Best Memes 18:38  Embiid's Health Promise to LeBron 19:57  Does a Title in Philly Make LeBron the GOAT? 22:31  Judging Jordan, Kobe & LeBron by Their Weaknesses 32:37  LeBron's New Role & Mentoring Embiid and Maxey 35:00  Grading the Sixers' Defense 37:28  Draymond Green Re-Signs & Steph Curry Trade Odds 38:38  Free Agency Roundup: KCP, Pistons, Jalen Duren 41:33  The Eastern Conference Gets Loaded 46:04  Craziest Stat: Miami's $6.5M Quarterback 47:50  WNBA Pay & the "MNBA" Nickname Debate 49:16  Big Shot of the Week: Firefighter's Water Rescue 50:27  Rapid Fire Returns: Horry vs. Harper 58:12  Family News & Becoming Grandpa 'OG'

Style isn't just about what you wear... it's about where you come from.On this episode of Shad vs Everybody, Shad sits down with internationally published celebrity wardrobe stylist, creative director, and Detroit native Marv Neal for one of the most personal conversations you'll hear all season.Known for styling talent connected to hit television series like Power, BMF, commercial campaigns, magazine editorials, runway shows, and celebrities including Toni Braxton, Omari Hardwick, Icewear Vezzo, Lil Mo, Jalen Duren, Deelishis, Mia Ray and many more, Marv has built a career that proves Detroit fashion belongs on the world's biggest stages. His work has appeared in publications ranging from VIBE and Vogue Italia to Forbes, while his signature eye for detail has made him one of the most respected stylists in the industry.But this episode isn't just about fashion...Marv opens up about growing up on Detroit's east side, being raised in a household surrounded by strong women, and how the love, wisdom, and guidance of his grandmother helped shape the man he would become. He reflects on the unique experience of having parents who were still teenagers when he was born, how that influenced his outlook on life, and why family became the foundation behind his relentless work ethic.Shad and Marv also dive into:

No hard feelings?

What is Duren's value?

Who's side you got?

Jalen Duren saga continues.

Mike and Rico opened the third hour with their 2nd "Can We Say That?" of the day. Then, they took a few more of your Tigers calls before addressing a report from NBA reporter Marc Stein about Jalen Duren potentially taking the qualifying offer from the Pistons, which would make him an unrestricted free agent after next season.

Valenti and Rico began the first show of the week following an abysmal weekend for the Tigers, asking whether enough is enough regarding any hope they'd have of making enough headway before the deadline to not sell. They stuck with this topic for the majority of the show but were sure to briefly mix in their reactions to Kerby Joseph's social media comments and talk about the latest on Jalen Duren's (lack of) discussion with the Pistons on a contract extension.

The guys react to a report from Marc Stein about Jalen Duren potentially taking the qualifying offer from the Pistons this offseason, which would make him an unrestricted free agent after next year.

Mike and Rico gave listeners carte blanche in the final hour, hearing out callers and texters about their ongoing discussion over whether they think enough is enough and whether the Tigers need to sell at the deadline. They made sure to include a few comments on Marc Stein's report about Jalen Duren as well.

Mike and Brendan react to new reporting on Jalen Duren's contract demands. Apparently the young center wants a max deal of five years and $287 million. The guys are unimpressed, as they think Duren has not earned that type of deal, and Duren is quickly entering Tarik Skubal terriroty in terms of the seemingly unending uncertainty about his future. Which player are you more annoyed by at this point?

Jalen Duren is reportedly seeking $57 million per year from the Pistons, but Mike says he wouldn't even extend the four-year veteran for $40 million per year. Valenti is unswayed by Duren's age and All-NBA accolades and says Duren could easily be replaced.

The crew breaks down Kevin Durant's cryptic Instagram picture with Cade Cunningham, mysteriously posted on the very day LeBron announced his move to Philly. Could KD be hinting at a trade to the Detroit Pistons, and more importantly, is the front office willing to give up young foundational pieces like Jalen Duren or Ausar Thompson to make it happen? Tune in for a heated, candid debate on whether a blockbuster superstar trade is actually the right move for Detroit's future or just another front-office misstep.

In the wake of LeBron signing with the 76ers, Mike and Brendan continue to be cranky about public contract squabbling of Tarik Skubal and Jalen Duren. While Skubal seems to put his foot in his mouth routinely, Duren simply seems to be out of touch with how the rest of the NBA values his services. His pursuit of a max contract extension from the Pistons is a non-starter for Valenti.

The first hour of Friday's show is spent discussing LeBron James' stunning decision to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers. Mike and Brendan Schabath think it exposes the Pistons' relative weakness, and highlights an underwhelming offseason in which the team only marginally improved. Jalen Duren's ongoing contract negotiations feel like a bitter pill to swallow in light of the day's developments.

It's a Happy Summer Friday edition of the Valenti Show, with Brendan Schabath filling in for Rico. The show kicks off with reaction to the stunning news that LeBron James has signed with the rival Philadelphia 76ers. It's not good for the Pistons, whose relatively quiet offseason is coming into sharper focus in an increasingly competitive Eastern Conference. Jalen Duren appears to be no closer to signing, and reportedly wants a max extension. Even if he remains in the fold, Valenti isn't sold on the Pistons' core. Should they respond by acquiring Kevin Durant? The mercurial perennial All-Star might have signaled his interested in teaming up with Cade Cunningham. Yes, it's 'cryptic social media activity' season in the NBA.

The guys bring you a new episode with Robbie Bettelon as he takes the reigns as a his first episode as co-host with Wes. They discuss the end of Summer League and give their final thoughts on Ebuka Okorie and Chaz Lanier. There aren't many updates surrounding Jalen Duren's contract saga, but they give their thoughts on why Pistons fans shouldn't fear Duren taking the qualifying offer. They end the podcast with a game of Guess the Rotation as they predict the depth chart for next season.We've got you covered for all this and more in this week's episode! You can watch the entire episode on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Wes Davenport on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheRealWesD3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Robbie Bettelon on Twitter @BobbyBuckets313Follow Detroit Bad Boys on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@DetroitBadBoys⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to hear your voice on the Pindown? Call ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(313) 355-2717⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and leave your question as a voicemail! The guys will play your message and answer your question on that week's episode! All we ask is that you keep your questions to under 45 seconds.

Mike felt compelled to begin the show with his thoughts on a USA Today column from Nancy Armour about Caitlin Clark's flopping. He expanded on how he feels that this is part of a bigger issue with sports media before the guys did a CFB Blitz and discussed what NBA executives have to say about Jalen Duren not having a contract yet.

The guys react to an article from The Athletic where rival NBA executives were asked about the value of Jalen Duren amidst his contract standoff with the Pistons.

Paul Serra has some situations and asks the guys which of the options he provides is actually what is going on.

Mike and Rico welcome the people into their main third hour topic.

Mike and Rico pose an interesting question which includes 3/4 of the Detroit sports teams.