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The Pistons Pulse is your go-to Detroit Pistons podcast for all the best news, analysis, insights and opinions on the team. Hosted by Omari Sankofa of the Detroit Free Press and Bryce Simon of Motor City Hoops. Find it every Tuesday wherever you listen to podcasts. Tune in to listen to engaging conversations and unique perspectives on your Detroit Pistons and NBA. Omari brings insider insights and analysis as a Pistons beat writer and Detroit native combined with Bryce’s in-depth on-court analysis as a former D1 player and current high school coach of 12 years.
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Producer note: This podcast was recorded 11-16-25 With key starters for the Detroit Pistons still unavailable due to injuries, Bryce and Omari break down the positive impact the team’s backup players have been making on the court. The guys highlight the contributions from Daniss Jenkins, Duncan Robinson and more. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
Bryce and Omari break down the Detroit Pistons’ win streak and what’s clicking for the team despite notable absences. The guys talk the unsung heroes of the roster’s recent play and if the team is good enough to go “all in.” Omari and Bryce examine what trends from this hot start can last a full season, Daniss Jenkins’ impact on the court, and how to move the roster forward. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
Bryce and Omari recap Jalen Duren’s impressive performance against the Dallas Mavericks and the dominance Cade Cunningham is showing on the court. Beyond Duren’s impressive showing in Mexico, the guys also cover the team’s 3-point attempts and what Cade seems to have figured out this year. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
Producer note: This podcast was recorded 10-28-25 Free Press Sports columnist and friend of the pod Shawn Windsor joins Bryce and Omari to break down how the Pistons have looked in their first few games of the 2025 season. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
Bryce and Omari react to the Detroit Pistons' 115-111 loss to the Chicago Bulls. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
Producer note: For Omari and Bryce, congratulations on episode 200! For our listeners, this episode was recorded the morning of 10-15-25. Bryce and Omari mark their 200th episode by getting straight to work and continuing their preseason Detroit Pistons coverage. After a quick update on the status of Jaden Ivey's health, the guys break down what they’ve seen this preseason from Cade Cunningham, Tobias Harris, Daniss Jenkins, Ron Holland, Isaiah Stewart, Ausar Thompson and Caris LeVert. To close out the show, Bryce shares a Cade Cunningham hot take. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
Omari and Bryce finally have real basketball to discuss as the Detroit Pistons bested the Memphis Grizzlies in preseason play 128-112. Has the team cemented their identity and play style? Later, the guys take a deep dive into roster lineups and analyze which combinations could be the most advantageous this year. Also in the pod, with the looming Detroit vs. Kansas City matchup in the NFL, the guys briefly have that conversation and Chiefs fan Bryce shares his not-so-optimistic take with the Lions coming to town. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
With the return of the NBA season on the horizon, Omari and Bryce break down the standout quotes and moments from the Detroit Pistons’ media day press conference. The guys dive into what insights were revealed, including the team’s offseason workouts, the status of Jaden Ivey’s health, what the young players learned from veteran leadership and more. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
With training camp fast approaching and the season not far behind, Bryce and Omari welcome old friend Vincent Goodwill, now of ESPN, to preview the season. The guys discuss Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren's development tracks, what the next level might look like for Cade Cunningham and just how important Ausar Thompson is for this team now and in the future. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
With two weeks to go to until training camp, Omari offers an update on Malik Beasley’s situation and along with Bryce, the guys consider whether the Detroit Pistons should reunite with the fan-favorite player. Later in the pod, Bryce and Omari share Pistons roster and general NBA award predictions. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
Bryce and Omari welcome Pistons Jack (@pistons_jack) to the pod this week. The trio open the show by detailing the dynamism of the Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey duo. Will the pair be able to take the next necessary step in their play this year and how does the duo rank compared to the rest of the NBA Easter Conference? Bryce, Omari and Jack shares their insights along with takeaway predictions for the end of the ’25 season. To close out the pod, Bryce aims for game host redemption by having Omari and Jack face off in a round of trivia. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
The boys are back in town and the band is back together with Omari returning from his vacation! As “The Pistons Pulse” team await the arrival of the 2025 season, Bryce and Omari evaluate the Pistons roster and make their predictions for how the team will fare this year. Can Ausar cement his status as an elite defender? Will Cade prove himself as a perennial all-star? What impact will veterans make on the team? The guys lay out their individual player thoughts and more. Follow Omari on Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
With Omari still away on vacation, Bryce brings in podcast hosts Andrew Schlecht and Alex Spears of The Athletic’s “Slam n’ Jam" podcast. The trio break down the NBA’s Western Conference and game out where the Detroit Pistons may stack up in the overall mix. Later, Bryce plays game show host and attempts to get revenge for his past “Slam n’ Jam” trivia performances by pitting Andrew and Alex against each other. Follow Omari on Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
With Omari away on a much deserved vacation, Bryce brings on his former coach at American University, Jeff Jones. Coach Jones dives into how the collegiate basketball landscape has shifted since his playing years, team chemistry, and what it was like playing against a freshman Michael Jordan. Follow Omari on Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
Bryce and Omari Sankofa II (O2) welcome on to the pod Omari’s dad, the original Omari Sankofa (O1). The guys get the fan perspective from Mr. Sankofa on topics like why the team should run its roster back and Jaden Ivey's x-factor. The trio also field listener questions, including how O2 started his journalism career. Later in the show, producer Wes pits father against son and co-host against co-host in another round of “Sheed or Sham”. Follow Omari on Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on substack Pick up "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!
After an offseason of moves and adjustments, Bryce and Omari break down the Eastern Conference landscape and analyze where the Pistons fit among their competitors. After their playoff appearance last season, is the team well-positioned to move up in the conference? Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack
Bryce and Omari break down how players like Chaz Lanier, Bobi Klintman, and Ron Holland fared in the 2025 NBA Summer League. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack
1Bryce and Omari are out in Vegas to cover the start of NBA Summer League. The guys break down who they saw and what impressed them in game 1. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack
Bryce and Omari are Las Vegas bound this week. Before the guys took off, they broke down the latest off-season developments for the Pistons including, Chaz Lanier’s press conference and how the team’s salary cap situation has shifted. Later, the guys talk what they expect to see from players like Ron Holland in the 2025 NBA Summer League. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack
Bryce and Omari dive into what fans should know about Caris LaVert, Duncan Robinson, and Chaz Lanier. Later, the guys bring back friend of the pod Keith Smith to help explain where things stand with the salary cap for the Detroit Pistons. Follow Omari on X/Twitter: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack
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