We know now where the Pistons will pick in the first round of the NBA draft. After dealing with the initial shock of falling to fifth overall, the guys break down the best options for the Pistons at that spot. 

We know now where the Pistons will pick in the first round of the NBA draft. After dealing with the initial shock of <a href="https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/1cWoCwpyQmH0ngz4jIVdwkW?domain=freep.com/">falling to fifth overall</a>, the guys break down the best options for the Pistons at that spot.&nbsp;

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;

The best options for the No. 5 overall pick in NBA draft

Bryce and Omari break down what to know about the Detroit Pistons trade that sends Jaden Ivey to the Chicago Bulls.

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Bryce and Omari break down what to know about the Detroit Pistons trade that sends Jaden Ivey to the Chicago Bulls.
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Reaction and analysis: Detroit Pistons trade Jaden Ivey

Free Press Pistons writer Omari Sankofa II breaks down the Detroit Pistons' trade of Jaden Ivey to the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday, Feb. 3.

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Free Press Pistons writer Omari Sankofa II breaks down the Detroit Pistons' trade of Jaden Ivey to the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
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Why did Detroit Pistons trade Jaden Ivey to Chicago Bulls?

Producer note: This podcast was recorded 1-26-26

After reviewing the Pistons’ recent two matchups, Bryce and Omari explore a vast array of potential trade deals the team could pursue leading up to the Feb. 5 NBA trade deadline. Could Jaden Ivey’s time in Detroit be coming to an end? The guys also discuss their thoughts on trading for Michael Porter Jr. and why Daniss Jenkins needs minutes in every game.

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Producer note: This podcast was recorded 1-26-26 After reviewing the Pistons&rsquo; recent two matchups, Bryce and Omari explore a vast array of potential trade deals the team could pursue leading up to the Feb. 5 NBA trade deadline. Could Jaden Ivey&rsquo;s time in Detroit be coming to an end? The guys also discuss their thoughts on trading for Michael Porter Jr. and why Daniss Jenkins needs minutes in every game.
Follow Omari on X/Twitter:&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/omarisankofa?s=21&amp;t=20HHeZN1gMTeWITXupRXHQ">@omarisankofa</a>
Read the latest from Omari on <a href="https://www.freep.com/staff/2954035001/omari-sankofa-ii/">freep.com</a>
Follow Bryce on X/Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/motorcityhoops?s=21&amp;t=yxQgk9lyhbEirCCqBpuSKA">@MotorCityHoops</a>
Read the latest from Bryce on <a href="https://motorcityhoops.substack.com/">substack</a>
Pick up&nbsp; "The Pistons Pulse" <a href="https://usatodaystore.com/local-journalism/detroit-free-press/pistons-pulse/">merch here!</a>

The best options for the No. 5 overall pick in NBA draft

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