Expectations
Summer League expectations, roster structure, and internal development are the topics of discussion on this mini pod
Jul 11, 2025•19 min•Season 2Ep. 31
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Episodes
NO MORE AURA!?
With Malik Beasley no long on the roster, have the Pistons lost their Aura?
Jul 11, 2025•27 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Pistons Trade Talk: Aldama or JJJ?
Should Detroit take part in the Aldama bidding drama or potentially overpay in a trade for JJJ? The Pistons have some decisions to make!
Jun 17, 2025•16 min•Season 3Ep. 29
Should The Pistons Make A Move?
Is now the right time for the Pistons to make a splash?
Jun 17, 2025•31 min•Season 3Ep. 28
Offseason Questions
The guys preview some important questions the Pistons will have to answer this offseason
Jun 04, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 27
End of Season Review
The squad gets together for an end of season review with a little bit of a twist. They also touch on some of the top moments from what was a historic season for the Pistons
May 23, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 26
Still Fighting
Missed calls, flops, and cold shooting have Detroit fighting to come back in round 1
May 01, 2025•31 min•Season 3Ep. 25
Ready, Villain, & Able
The squad recaps the last two games before the Pistons return home with the series tied at 1
Apr 23, 2025•40 min•Season 3Ep. 24
Playoff Preview: Pistons vs Knicks
The squad previews the Pistons’ round 1 matchup against the Knicks. Who guards who, keys to victory, and much more!
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 23
THE PISTONS ARE PLAYOFF BOUND
The team talks playing without Cade, plays “Fact or Cap”, and talks the final stretch of the season!
Apr 05, 2025•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 22
The Playoff Push
The squad talks Holland II, Sasser, rookie extensions, and potential playoff matchups!
Mar 25, 2025•57 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Devin Booker to Detroit?
Amit, Gabe, and Vali talk potential playoff matchups, Devin Booker, and much more!
Mar 13, 2025•49 min•Season 3Ep. 20
The Pistons Are Sizzlin’
The crew talks about all the great things that have resulted in this historic run for the Pistons
Feb 27, 2025•55 min•Season 3Ep. 19
What’s Next For Detroit?
The squad talks Ausar, Duren, Cade, playoffs, and more
Feb 17, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Trade Deadline Recap
Time for the play off push!
Feb 08, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Cade Cunningham is an All-Star!
Cade is an All-Star! Was Ron Holland snubbed from the Rising Stars team? Are the Detroit Shock coming back? Who should the Pistons target at the deadline? All that and more on this episode!
Feb 03, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Midseason Awards!
Amit, Coni, Gabe, and Vali hand out some midseason awards for a surprising Pistons team that is over .500 at the midpoint of the season.
Jan 16, 2025•52 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Is Detroit Basketball Back?
Amit, Gabe, and Vali talk about a Pistons team that is as hot as they’ve been in years. They discuss what has led to this incredible run and how they can continue their success moving forward. They also look at potential additions to a roster that has the team playing .500 basketball for the first time this decade!
Jan 11, 2025•52 min
Final Pod of 2024!
The Heinemann brothers sit down to discuss the recent win streak for the Pistons. They also discuss Ivey’s recent resurgence, Malik Beasley’s hot shooting, and the looming inevitability of Cade’s All-Star nod. They also lay out some wishes they hope for in 2025. All that and more covered on this episode!
Dec 30, 2024•40 min
‘Tis The Season Of Change?
Amit, Coni, and Vali are joined by Mike to discuss the Pistons’ potential roster changes. They create some mock trades involving Duren, Ivey, and Stewart to try and improve the roster. Are you taking any of the deals? Listen and let us know!
Dec 15, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Is Change On The Horizon?
Amit, Coni, and Vali look at some of the Pistons recent play to see how the team can improve. They also discuss some potential trades that could help the team in their hunt for the playoffs. Is Duren going to be dealt? Is Isaiah Stewart on this team after the deadline? Are the Pistons going to take a big swing at the deadline? All that and more discussed on this episode!
Dec 09, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Playoff Pistons?
The squad is back together to discuss the recent play of the Pistons. Vegas bound? Play-In a possibility? Or are they able to make the playoffs? All that and more discussed on this episode!
Nov 19, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 10
A Time For Optimism?
Coni, Gabe, and Vali discuss why this season is a reason for optimism. They also discuss if adding Beasley, Hardaway Jr., and Tobias could be the best offseason acquisitions in recent memory. That and much more covered in this episode!
Nov 11, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 9
What’s Grinding Our Gears?
Coni, Gabe, and Vali take a look at some of the negatives from the Pistons’ recent play. Should Detroit start Stewart? Is Hardaway Jr. exceeding expectations? Is Jalen Duren going to be on this team in 3-5 years? All of that and more discussed on this episode!
Nov 04, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Opening Night Takeaways
Vali flies solo as he recaps his takeaways from the Pistons’ season opener! Are we headed down the same path as last year? Or is this year going to be different?
Oct 25, 2024•16 min•Season 3Ep. 7
New Year, New Team?
The squad gets together to discuss the first two preseason games. Holland in the rotation? Ivey an All-Star? All that and more discussed on this episode!
Oct 11, 2024•40 min
Media Day Recap
Amit, Coni, and Gabe look back at media day before previewing the Pistons preseason
Oct 10, 2024•25 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Season Preview: The Wings
The crew get together to preview the season for the wings on the Pistons’ roster. Is Ausar an All-Defense candidate? Is Tec-19 underrated? When will we see Bobi and Ron? All that and more on this episode
Sep 17, 2024•47 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Season Preview: The Guards
The crew get together to preview the season for the guards on the Pistons’ roster. Is Cade an All-Star? Can Malik hit 45% from three? Is this season Jaden Ivey’a last in Detroit? All that and more on this episode!
Sep 09, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Schedule Release Pod!
Amit and Coni look at some games to look forward to on the Pistons schedule and discuss who has more to prove this season, Jaden Ivey or Jalen Duren. They also look at some potential free agents the Pistons could add to fill their open roster spot.
Aug 25, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 2
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