The Pistons Pulse

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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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  • Agent Sheriff Cooper Truman
    Best Pistons Podcast
    You both do great work, Omari and Bryce. Thanks so much for your thoughtful and insightful analysis of my favorite professional sports team. We are finally on the up and up! Truly exciting times. šŸ‘Œ
  • FartLicker_69
    Favorite Pistons Pod
    Omari covers the team very well, and Bryce brings some great, interesting perspective to the discussion. Highly recommend these guys, even if Bryce pronounces ā€œmilkā€ like a sicko
  • theothersean
    Easily the best part of this season
    Bryce and Omari got me through the ROUGHEST season of my life. They donā€™t sugar coat things when thereā€™s just no good news, but they also donā€™t go off the rails complaining about it. They offer a ton of insight and are two of the most entertaining sports podcasters Iā€™ve listened to. Highly recommend.
  • rmusic33
    Great Pistons Pod
    Great pod on the Detroit Pistons. Both hosts give solid opinion, while Omari provides some inside information from covering the team as a beat writer. Highly recommend if youā€™re a Pistons/sports fan.
  • Meadski from TC
    Omari & Bryce are MY BOYS!!
    When you get past Omariā€™s ā€œBarry Whiteā€ voice and Bryceā€™s prepubescent tone, you get to hear insightful commentary on our Pistons who are def under performing but have tantalizing young talent. These guys go deep enough into the stats, trends, slumps, hot streaks and injuries to keep the cast listenable and entertaining. Plus, they speak with the confidence of one whoā€™s played the game. Keep it up fellas, our pistons will soon rising!!
  • MI Highlander
    Thanks!
    Thanks for watching the Pistons so we donā€™t have to! Maybe weā€™ll be watchable someday. Bryceā€™s unfamiliarity with non-white bread food is hilarious. You need to get out more my dude.
  • Maize And Blue
    The Best There Is
    Only Pistons podcast I listen to, fan since DAY 1, keep up the great work. Signed MAIZE&BLUE313rd
  • Jorge1234554331
    Love the pod
    I really appreciate the work put in as a Cam Whitmore friendly pod even tho the team is trash. I also enjoy the additional twitter engagement avidly reading your sports takes. If you want to continue following a really truly bad team, this pod is a must listen!
  • Mike Machesky
    Letā€™s keep it going
    The last two Pistons podcasts I listened to have both ended, so I need you guys to break the curse and keep this thing rolling! Great, knowledgeable takes and never a bummer to listen to (which is tough when youā€™re talking about the pistons). Highly recommend for fans of Detroit basketball.
  • mattway86
    Must listen for Pistons fans
    Omari is an excellent beat writer and Bryce is as good as it gets breaking down the game. They do an excellent job bringing necessary context to the Pistonsā€™ struggles even when itā€™s not the most popular take. Itā€™s refreshing to hear critical but fair and level-headed Pistons discussion.
  • yaboyturban
    My go to Pistons podcast
    Pistons Pulse is my first listen of the day every time a new episode drops. Wish I could tune in live more often but I always listen on my commute to/from work. Bryce and Omari do a great job keeping it real with the state of the Pistons while also finding some positive nuggets. I love Bryce bringing his perspective as a former D1 player into what he sees on the floor in terms of Xā€™s and Oā€™s. It helps me understand a bit more what might be going on in the players heads and what they might be trying to do. Itā€™s awesome to have Omariā€™s view to give us a peak behind the curtain with the players off the floor and in the front office. Looking forward to what the future brings, keep up the great work! P.S. Bryce also does a great job on the Game Theory podcast
  • Daycod
    Really good levelheaded talk
    With this season being about as bad as it can be, these guys provide really good analysis. Hot takes are easy what these guys provide is much better.
  • Alfbbekns
    Enjoy it while it lasts
    Hands down, this is THE best Pistons podcast running. Omari is the most thorough and insightful beat writer covering the team, both in written form and via the podā€¦ and while I still donā€™t know why Bryce became/is a Pistons guy, he is truly excellent as a host and brings a ton of valuable basketball insight and expertise. I feel bad that this is the team they have to cover, but am grateful for their work. Enjoy it while you can because both of these guys will be in a national/league-wide role soon.
  • timchew
    THE Pistons Pod
    These guys are awesome and I appreciate the informed and grounded takes each week. This has been an absolutely brutal season as a Pistons fan and this has been one of my main places to seek refuge in from whirlwind of hot takes and frustration. Keep up the great work!
  • DrewiPhone
    New listener
    New to the podcast, only started listening this year after following Omari on Twitter. Really enjoy listening in, hoping to catch a few of the episodes live. As a basketball coach, I appreciate the reasonable expectations and takes about the team. There are too many hot takes, bad takes, lack of knowledge out there but you guys are going about things the right way in my opinion. I think itā€™s evident right now the team just doesnā€™t have enough - firepower, star power, however you want to categorize it, itā€™s not enough. I look forward to hearing from you guys each week, keep up the great work. The show will keep building. Next stop, into 4-digit territory!
  • PDiddyMSU
    Great podcast to get the download on my squad!
    Love the podcast. I listen every Wednesday and get up to speed on your observations that I might not otherwise pick up on as a casual fan. I like the balance of breaking down the analytics and your honest opinions. Itā€™s been a frustrating year as a pistons fan, but I appreciate the acknowledgment of what the team is lacking, but also whereā€™s thereā€™s still something positive to look for as a fan.
  • Kent67878
    Great ā€œLine Upā€ show!!
    Loved the ā€œLine Upā€ show!! Bryce, I have to come clean ā€¦ I listen 2x! My son doesnā€™t know how I do it!!
  • jbbg936
    Favorite Pistons pod!
    I love this show.
  • Illestraga
    Thank you for the history lesson!
    Took the pod to a whole nother level. Well done. And every time you say ā€œsupperā€, I takes me back to simpler timesā€¦
  • CKelley91
    The #1 Pistons Podcasts
    Iā€™ve been a piston fan since the Goin to Work days and I can say this is the best pistons podcast out there. Iā€™m 31 and live in West Michigan, since I canā€™t go to games regularly this is how I get my fix especially during the off season. Iā€™ve been listening weekly since the Cade draft and I really enjoy their analysis, commentary food reviews. They have a great dynamic and insight into what they discuss. Iā€™d recommend it to any piston fan.
  • Keshawn Ksmoov
    By far the best pistons pod cast šŸ’Æ
    Although the show leans more towards the optimistic side, you guys do a good job of having realistic goals and fair analysis. The high knowledge of the game is frequently displayed throughout break downs and detailed projections for the players and the team as a whole, the chemistry is high! And as a piston fan for 20 years now it feels good to have something so well put together and thatā€™s exclusively for my team. Keep up the good work , would love to catch a piston game with you guys this season šŸ’ÆšŸ’ÆšŸ’ÆšŸ’Æ
  • JohnM71
    The best pistons podcast out there.
    52 year old Pistons fan living in Denver. I hate these new fangled iphone thingys but I figured out how to access the Pistons Pulse and itā€™s great! Iā€™ve seen the Pistons play at Cobo and the Palace and canā€™t wait to see the new bad boys at the LCA. Bryce gives a great fan perspective but keeps it real and Omari, now that they got the audio fixed has a lot to offer! Keep up the good work and go Pistons! 5*
  • 1414141414141414
    Finally! The Pistons pod Iā€™ve been looking for!
    27 year-old Pistons fan from Tawas City, MI. Iā€™ve listened to some different Pistons pods in the past and never found one that I liked or felt I could trust the insight that was offered. I started listening to your pod a few months back and Iā€™ve finally found one that I not only can trust, but one that I canā€™t wait to listen to every week. Bryce, Omari, and Wes, thank you guys for all you do! The summer months can be tough for basketball fans but following along with you guys leading up to the draft and now your coverage of summer league has made the offseason a little easier to tolerate. Needless to say, I will be a regular listener from now on. I wish you guys all the best and go Pistons!
  • Dschirr
    Best Pistons POD- not really close
    Long time pistons fan since the GHill days. Living in Cali, I donā€™t get to talk Pistons with people often so I supplement that need with podcasts. I have listened to darn near every episode since the Cade draft and listen to almost all the pistons pods. This one is by far the most objective, interesting, and informative one out there. Love the takes, energy and professionalism. Keep up the good work boys!
  • only Tom's
    Going to work
    These guys put work in every podcast. I think it has detail, substance and honesty. All of these reasons are why I listen to podcasts in the first place and these fellas donā€™t disappoint. From a 50 year old following the Pistons since Isaiah.
  • Gr8Hortoni
    The Xā€™s and Oā€™s
    43, West Michigan Keep up the great work. Along with B&C you guys are required listening for die hard pistons fans. I enjoy the deep dives and the more technical analysis you guys go into with the Pistons. Keep doing what youā€™re doing. Mike P.S. - Bryce, donā€™t you dare besmirch the tastiness that is Korean BBQ.
  • BetterWorldChallenge
    Best Pistons podcast in the world!
    Bryce, Omari & Wes are the ultimate team at breaking down the entirety of Pistons basketball from roster construction from a front office perspective to analyzing how the Pistons are playing. As a coach and basketball junkie myself, I always feel like Iā€™m learning more about the game when I tune in.
  • Johnny2054
    Excellent Podcast
    20 year old Pistons fan from Oklahoma here. Love the front office insight from Omari as well as the fan perspective that Bryce provides. Two high-level ball knowers that are a joy to listen to. Keep up the good workšŸ”„
  • Ronald Dupree
    Solid
    Solid podcast. Would be nice to hear some form of criticism towards an organization thatā€™s been poorly run since 2008. Some balance would make this a better podcast. I do enjoy the guests whoā€™ve been on the show.
  • DSmith3613
    Awesome Podcast
    While sports talk has evolved into fanboys with microphones, these guys offer grounded, common sense sports talk. LOVE it!
  • FilkMoney
    What I have been looking for!
    As a long time Piston fan growing up in Michigan. I now live in Japan and couldnā€™t find a Pistons podcast I enjoyed. Then I found your podcast. Now it is my go to listen as soon as it drops. Thank you for your great podcast!
  • Kirk LeC
    Favorite Pistons podcast
    I appreciate their discussion and analysis of both the team and the draft. They can be critical without being negative and optimistic without being homers. Weird takes on food.
  • LA Pistons fan
    Bryce and Omari
    This is the most reasoned and informative source of Pistons news and opinion out there. I really appreciate you guys. Your calm demeanor and sincere interest in what youā€™re doing are especially appreciated.
  • Steve_Tav
    Simply the best
    There are several great Pistons podcasts but the Pistons Pulse has to be the best. Bryce, Omari and Wes give interesting, in depth and most importantly objective analysis. This isnā€™t a show about hot takes or never ending negativity. If you love Pistons basketball this is the show for you!
  • Hari Moola
    This show is a BUCKET
    Killer analysis, hosted by a duo with a great rapport. Since moving back to Michigan they have supplemented my Pistons intake and I couldnā€™t be happier to have discovered this show. Easy 5 stars, a must listen for Pistons fans, and a show to look up to when it comes to team coverage. Hope i can get to that next live show.
  • CalebMoffatt
    Great guys putting out a great show
    I listen on Spotify, but felt like I needed to come to Apple to give a full review since these guys deserve some credit! The dynamic and chemistry between Omari and Bryce produces a great listen. You get a mix of in-depth basketball analysis, team insight and some lighthearted razzing that makes it fun. I attended the live recording and after the show, both Bryce and Omari (under no obligation) took the time to walk around to each table and have a conversation. Really genuine dudes. So props to Bryce, props to Omari, shout out Wes and a kudos to the Freep for putting on the show. Appreciate the hard work fellas
  • STLAndy
    Bryce, this is for you
    I love this show! Most other Pistons pods skew way too negative but this one takes a more rational view. Omari and Bryce have great chemistry and the show is produced quite well by super stud Wes D. One critique; Bryce, please for the love of God stop calling players ā€œa bucket.ā€ It is brutal when young kids say it, much less a middle aged man. Please please please stop. Thank you!
  • rusty2iron
    Great Podcast
    I like a lot of basketball podcasts but I especially enjoy this one because they discuss how the game is played (positioning, plays, etc) in addition to talking about whoā€™s on the team and who might be joining in the future. Plus, itā€™s focused on my fav team. Deeetroit basketbaaaaaaaaaall!
  • Ryatfilm
    My Absolute Favorite Basketball POD
    Admittedly I have become a consumer and fan of most of the Detroit Piston related PODcast. This one has definitely become my absolute favorite Deeetroit Basketball POD. Hosted by Omari and Bryce whose chemistry is absolutely phenomenal, and it really adds to the overall enjoyment of the show. They both have great knowledge and insight into the game of basketball, which allows them to breakdown players and teams in a way that is both entertaining and informative. It's clear that they have a passion for the basketball and journalism and the Pistons, and it really shows in their conversations. Bryceā€™s basketball IQ and his ability to break down players and the game is second to none. His insights and knowledge of the game are both entertaining and informative. Bryceā€™s player breakdown videos are a must watch also. Above all I love that the general tone of the PODcast is upbeat and object and not necessarily focused on the negative. I could only imagine how hard it must of been this season to deliver content for this show without a defeated or melodramatic attitude that many have taken on. So thank you for keeping me objective and hopeful! Though battered and bruised my Stones fandom is alive and well, definitely detecting a ā€œPULSEā€ still. If you're a Pistons fan, or a fan of basketball in general, then you won't want to miss this podcast. Highly recommended! -Ryan Dā€™Silva
  • Cra3bro
    Another one
    Another great episode fellas. I really enjoyed it. Keep up the great work. Go Pistons!
  • mittenraised
    Fresh, Honest Perspectives
    Bryce and Omari have great complementary perspectives for pistons basketball and do a good job focusing on where the team is and where things could go. Great show
  • @PoeticJustis21
    @PoeticJustis21
    Amazing job bringing in Keith Smith on this pod. GREAT insight from all 3 of you. Love the talk on contracts and future value of players from not only a pistons perspective but also from teams around the league. Keep up the good work fellas! - Justis
  • Fb15yolo
    The Go-To Podcast for Detroit Basketball Fans
    Never thought Iā€™d be listening to a Pistons podcast but here I am. The podcast is well-produced, and it's easy to listen to on the go. Overall, it's a great way to stay up to date on all things Pistons.
  • Steve6261988
    Highly Recommended
    Love this podcast! Extremely insightful commentary by Bryce!
  • Coach R Dub
    Best Piston podcast
    Enjoy listening to Omari and Bryce each week. Very insightful and up to date analysis of the team. They stay positive but arenā€™t afraid to point out where improvements are needed.
  • PoscoG
    Love the podcast
    Appreciate the work you guys put in! I think a fun tweak to the predictions you did this year is at the beginning of the year picking one stat that is your main indicator on if the player is moving in the right direction and remove as much of the ā€˜well this isnā€™t valid due to x,y,z changing. I noticed a lot of the convo was around changes in role or defense vs offense. If you chose, for instance, Bey 3pt %,Stewart 3pt attempts, Cade TOs /FT attempts, Durens PnR defensive metrics - those feel all like truer indicators as they have less connection to team strategy and more focus on personal development. I know you canā€™t really ever divorce the 2. Anyways just an idea to maybe up the fun on the prediction convos vs pts/a/r type convos. Love the work from all you guys!
  • Slater917
    Love the content!
    As a Pistons fan from nowhere near Detroit, the insight yā€™all bring each week gives me everything I need to know from an information standpoint, and helps me to watch the games with a more critical eye. Keep up the great work!
  • grhdbd djhx
    Top Notch Pod
    This is probably the most levelheaded piston podcast out there. Keep it up guys!
  • Adam in 48202
    Great content, audio quality needs attention
    Love the content guys, I listen to every episode. Great analysis and lots of helpful explanations. One thing that could improve the podcast a lot is Omariā€™s mic quality. Not sure whatā€™s going on there but itā€™s noticeably worse sounding than it should be for such a high quality pod. Hoping you can upgrade the vocal chain soon.
  • MattModderno
    Super informative!
    This is my go-to source for everything Pistons! Love the show, hosts, and whole vibe
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