Episodes
It’s official. The Pistons wrapped up the worst season in franchise history and have announced that they are in search of new leadership. Wes and Blake breakdown what that search means for the immediate future of this roster, as well as Monty Williams and Troy Weaver. They discuss reasons Jalen Duren is not just another Andre Drummond, if the Pistons should pursue D'Angelo Russell or Pat Williams, and reminisce about Blake Griffin in Detroit. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in...
Published 04/19/24
Fresh off a loss to the 76ers, all that stands between these Detroit Pistons and franchise history is an improbably three-game win streak. To make matters worse, Cade Cunningham’s injury has been upgraded from “maintenance” to tendonitis. Blake and Wes turn their attention toward the offseason, breaking down potential free agent targets for the Pistons and how Dalton Knecht would fit into this roster. They also discuss Jaden Ivey’s recent hot shooting, and why he seems to have more scrutiny...
Published 04/11/24
It’s the Malachi Flynn game! The guys were lucky enough to record immediately following the Pistons 121 to 113 loss to the Atlanta Hawks where guard Malachi Flynn became only the third player in NBA history to score at least 50 points off the bench. Wes argues that this was the most improbably 50 point game in NBA history and Blake gives Flynn his flowers for the even and unselfish game he played. The guys also discuss if Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren would be valued more highly that this year’s...
Published 04/04/24
The last time Jack Kelly joined the show, the Pistons were fresh off an exciting win against the Chicago Bulls. There was hope and optimism on the season to come. How times have changed. Jack breaks down what went wrong this season, why he’s concerned about Jalen Duren, and what has stood out positively this year. The guys also discuss potential shake ups that could happen this offseason and outline what would make a perfect draft and free agency. We’ve got you covered for all this and more...
Published 03/29/24
Spring has sprung, March Madness has begun, and Cade Cunningham was the one to torch the Pistons best chance at victory this past week. Clearly, it’s March in the D. This week, the guys breakdown that fateful play vs. the Heat and if Monty Williams should have called time out. Blake and Wes also discuss the difficult decisions that this Pistons organization will need to make this offseason surrounding Jaden Ivey, Jalen Duren, and the fit of this core with Monty Williams’ offensive system....
Published 03/22/24
These past 4 games have unquestionably been the best stretch of basketball the Pistons have played this season. Cade is playing like “the man”, Fontecchio looks like a perfect addition and Monty Williams has even fixed the rotation! But this recent stretch isn’t without its warts. Blake and Wes break it all down, discussing Cade’s incredible play, the possession-to-possession rollercoaster that is Jalen Duren and Jaden Ivey’s shooting slump. They also break down the recent strong play from...
Published 03/15/24
The Pistons just beat the Nets 118 - 112 and Wes and Blake break it all down in this episode. Ausar Thompson has surged as of late, improving his three point percentage and acting more decisively on offense, the guys discuss what that means for his standing in the rookie power rankings. Blake and Wes also break down the salary cap and how it will impact Simone Fontecchio’s next contract, whether James Wiseman could be resigned, and what starting lineup statistics say should lead to the most...
Published 03/08/24
The refs may have cost the Pistons a game, Mike Muscala hit the free agent market, but Cade just keeps ballin’. This week, Wes and Blake discuss why you maybe shouldn’t be so upset at the refs for that Knicks loss, what the Muscala buyout means for James Wiseman, and the starting five that Monty Williams reportedly committed to. They also compare Jalen Duren to Andre Drummond in his year 2, breaking down who may be a better fit next to Cade Cunningham. We’ve got you covered for all this and...
Published 03/01/24
Monty Williams loves his 11 and 12 man rotations, the guys are wondering why. This week, Wes and Blake wonder what is going on with the rotations and why Ausar Thompson tends to play with other non-shooters. They also discuss which potential top 5 draft picks could start next season, Stanley Umude’s NBA contract, and just how good this core four can become in the future. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire episode on our...
Published 02/24/24
The Pistons generated some real buzz after the trade deadline by beginning their west coast swing 2-1, then the sky came crashing down. This week, Wes and Blake discuss what happened in those games, how Ausar Thompson’s great play came at the expense of the other starters, and what Monty Williams should do about it. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire episode on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Wes Davenport...
Published 02/16/24
The Pistons were the most active team at the NBA trade deadline this year. Bringing in all of Simone Fontecchio, Quentin Grimes, Troy Brown Jr., Shake Milton, and Malachi Flynn. Wes and Blake break down the types of players the Pistons added, what their roles may be, and what this means for the team moving forward. They also explain why all of this is a massive vote of confidence in Jaden Ivey from the entire organization — even Monty Williams. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in...
Published 02/09/24
Guest Sean Corp joins the podcast to break down the fall out of Isaiah Stewart’s two week injury and the “Pros and Cons” he’s seen out of Jalen Duren so far this season. Sean and Wes also discuss three names to watch in this upcoming draft (and one to avoid), a sneaky potential trade target, and they revisit their own takes on this past offseason. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire episode on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube...
Published 02/02/24
Special guest Kyle Metz joins Wes to break down the Pistons' current cap sheet, what it means for the upcoming trade deadline, and what it may mean going into the summer. Kyle outlines the value of the recent Marvin Bagley III trade, what it may take to acquire Zach LaVine and why it won’t ruin their future flexibility, and what the Pistons’ best strategy for this upcoming deadline should be. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire...
Published 01/26/24
Three monumental moments happened since the guys last recorded: the Lions won a playoff game, the Pistons made a trade AND they won a game. In a relatively great week, all things considered, Wes and Blake break down Jaden Ivey’s emergence and why it will continue when Cade returns as well as the deal for Danilo Gallinari and Mike Muscala. They also discuss if the front office is on the same page as Monty Williams and how Monte Morris may be utilized when he makes his long awaited...
Published 01/19/24
Cade’s out for at least a week, but the guys are as excited as ever to be talking Detroit Basketball! They play ‘Buy, Sell, Hold’ with topics such as Cade making an all-NBA team, Ivey averaging 25ppg and more. Then they answer why James Wiseman is playing over Marvin Bagley III, how Jaden Ivey can be utilized off the ball, and break down a few names to target in the upcoming free agent class. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire episode...
Published 01/12/24
Blake returns this week to count our Pistons blessings this New Year, breaking down what things we are thankful for on the Pistons this past calendar year. Then, the guys rank the core 4 of Cade, Ivey, Ausar and Duren, name who should be untouchable, and predict where this team’s record will stand when it’s all said and done. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire episode on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Wes Davenport on...
Published 01/05/24
The Pistons continue their losing streak, but the Pindown keeps going strong! Wes and Sean discuss the Monty Williams hire in retrospect, as well as the massive step forward Cade Cunningham has taken over the past month. Finally, they break down the trade market as it stands right now for the Pistons and wonder if Jaden Ivey turned a corner with his fantastic performance in Beantown. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire episode on our...
Published 12/30/23
As the Pistons losing streak stretches to 25, Wes is joined by special guest host, Brady Frederickson to discuss Cade Cunningham’s impressive month, why the team has lost games regardless and the state of the rebuild. They even pull out one silver lining of this rebuild as fans look toward the future. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire episode on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Wes Davenport on...
Published 12/23/23
As the Pistons losing streak extends to 21, the guys analyze a positive step made by Cade Cunningham against the 76ers, while also breaking down why Bojan Bogdanovic may not have played as strong of a game as it looked on the stat sheet. Later, they discuss when the next win will come, if Troy Weaver’s on the hot seat, and what to make of Monty Williams so far. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire episode on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube...
Published 12/15/23
After yet another loss, this time to the Grizzlies, the Pistons took a body blow in the Jalen Duren injury news. The guys break down what that injury means and what Monty Williams may do to make up for it. Then venturing again into Jaden Ivey’s choppy waters, if a trade is needed and the reasons for optimism into the next game. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire episode on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Wes Davenport on...
Published 12/08/23
After a tough 112 - 118 loss to the Knicks in New York, the guys break down what they saw in the game. Discussing an increased effort and compete level overall, Killian and Cade’s big night, and how it ultimately fell apart. This week features talks of trades, why a desperation move may not be so desperate, what on earth is going on with Jaden Ivey, and if Ausar’s defensive load hurts his offensive development. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can...
Published 12/01/23
Happy Thanksgiving! ... Our Pistons have lost 12 games in a row, and the guys have questions. Through 14 games, we don’t really know much more about the core young players on this team than we did before the season started — and that’s a shame. Questions this week focused on Cade Cunningham’s ability to be the number 1 guy, if Jaden Ivey will continue to start moving forward, and if a guy like Zach LaVine is a good fit for this team right now. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in...
Published 11/23/23
Sean Corp, managing editor of Detroit Bad Boys, joins the show this week to break down the wall Cade Cunningham has charged into, why you might see more shooters in the rotation, and what Monte Morris's impending return means for a resurgent Killian Hayes. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire episode on our ⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠ Follow Wes Davenport on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠@TheRealWesD3⁠⁠⁠ Follow Blake Silverman on...
Published 11/17/23
This week, join The Pindown as they react to the ongoing development of these young Pistons. Diving into ball screen coverages, Killian Hayes's resurgence, and even Jaden Ivey's standing within the organization. We’ve got you covered for all this and more in this week’s episode! You can watch the entire episode on our ⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠ Follow Wes Davenport on Twitter ⁠⁠@TheRealWesD3⁠⁠ Follow Blake Silverman on Twitter ⁠⁠@BlakeSilverman⁠⁠ Follow Detroit Bad Boys on...
Published 11/10/23