In our first episode of the new year, Omari joins Bryce from the road in Salt Lake City. The guys walk through the flashes of brilliance and the consistent improvement we've seen from Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham. Is he finally blooming into the franchise player fans have been waiting to see?  Later in the pod, Bryce and Omari walk us through their New Year's resolutions for the team. The guys break down what they want to see from individual players, management, and this very podcast in 2024. 

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In our first episode of the new year, Omari joins Bryce from the road in Salt Lake City. The guys walk through the flashes of brilliance and the consistent improvement we've seen from Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham. Is he finally blooming into the franchise player fans have been waiting to see?  Later in the pod, Bryce and Omari walk us through their New Year's resolutions for the team. The guys break down what they want to see from individual players, management, and this very podcast in 2024. 
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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. 

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&rsquo;s in-depth on-court analysis as a former D1 player and current high school coach of 12 years.&nbsp;

The Pistons Pulse is a weekly podcast about the Detroit Pistons, hosted by Bryce Simon of Motor City Hoops and Omari Sankofa II of the Detroit Free Press.

The Pistons Pulse

Hosted by Omari Sankofa of the Detroit Free Press and Bryce Simon of Motor City Hoops. The Pistons Pulse can be found 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. The Pistons Pulse is your go to 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. The Pistons Pulse can be found 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&rsquo;s in-depth on-court analysis as a former D1 player and current high school coach of 12 years. The Pistons Pulse is your go to Pistons podcast for&nbsp;all&nbsp;the best news, analysis,&nbsp;insights&nbsp;and opinions on the team.&nbsp;

Evaluating Cade Cunningham's superstar progression; New Year's resolutions

Bryce and Omari wrap up how the rest of NBA Summer League played out for the Detroit Pistons. What did we learn about rookie Ron Holland after five games and is there a clearer picture of what the future rotations will look like? After the break, Omari and Bryce continue the conversation on Bobi Klintman. Should we be concerned with his off-ball defense? The guys also talk how the week went for Marcus Sasser and several under the radar players. To close out the show, the guys answered listener questions live. 

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Bryce and Omari wrap up how the rest of NBA Summer League played out for the Detroit Pistons. What did we learn about rookie Ron Holland after five games and is there a clearer picture of what the future rotations will look like? After the break, Omari and Bryce continue the conversation on Bobi Klintman. Should we be concerned with his off-ball defense? The guys also talk how the week went for Marcus Sasser and several under the radar players. To close out the show, the guys answered listener questions live. 
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Summarizing Summer League for Detroit Pistons

Bryce and Omari reunite in a sweltering Las Vegas to talk the heat of the 2024 NBA Summer League. The guys discuss the distinct impression Bobi Klintman's play made and what kind of role he could carve for himself on the roster. "The Pistons Pulse" duo also focus in on Ron Holland. What does the No. 5 overall pick need to work on as he adjusts to the league and what do the guys find encouraging about his performance? The pod also covers Marcus Sasser's second appearance at the offseason competition, some reffing peculiarities and the most recent addition to the Pistons' front office. 

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Bryce and Omari reunite in a sweltering Las Vegas to talk the heat of the 2024 NBA Summer League. The guys discuss the distinct impression Bobi Klintman's play made and what kind of role he could carve for himself on the roster. "The Pistons Pulse" duo also focus in on Ron Holland. What does the No. 5 overall pick need to work on as he adjusts to the league and what do the guys find encouraging about his performance? The pod also covers Marcus Sasser's second appearance at the offseason competition, some reffing peculiarities and the most recent addition to the Pistons' front office. 
Follow Bryce on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/motorcityhoops?s=21&amp;t=yxQgk9lyhbEirCCqBpuSKA">@MotorCityHoops</a>
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Our Detroit Pistons Summer League takeaways

Bryce and Omari welcome back Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor to the podcast for notes on how the Detroit Pistons are fairing at this point in the off-season. The guys cover Trajan Langdon's conviction in drafting Ron Holland and how the No. 5 pick compares to Ausar Thompson. The trio also talk what influence the veterans can impart on the young team and if the front office positioned well to teach them. 

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Pick up your "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!

Bryce and Omari welcome back Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor to the podcast for notes on how the Detroit Pistons are fairing at this point in the off-season. The guys cover Trajan Langdon's conviction in drafting Ron Holland and how the No. 5 pick compares to Ausar Thompson. The trio also talk what influence the veterans can impart on the young team and if the front office positioned well to teach them. 
Follow Bryce on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/motorcityhoops?s=21&amp;t=yxQgk9lyhbEirCCqBpuSKA">@MotorCityHoops</a>
Follow Omari on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/omarisankofa?s=21&amp;t=20HHeZN1gMTeWITXupRXHQ">@omarisankofa</a>
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