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The Pindown: A Detroit Pistons Podcast

333 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 69 ratings

Welcome to The Pindown: A Detroit Pistons Podcast, brought to you by the staff of Detroit Bad Boys. Your hosts Wes Davenport and Blake Silverman break down the latest news and analyze the biggest players leading the Pistons' restoration.

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Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Washington Wizards preview with Michael Sykes

August 20, 2018 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we have the Washinton Wizards team preview up next in our series. Ben Gulker and I talk to Michael Sykes of Bullets Forever about Otto Porter's greatness, the Wizards' potential locker room dysfunction, and Washington as a 50-win team in 2019. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, and leave comments - please leave comments on Detroit Bad ...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Boston Celtics preview w/ Alex Kungu and James Holas

August 13, 2018 09:00 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we are doing our first Eastern Conference team preview! Ben Gulker and I preview the Boston Celtics with James Holas of BBall Breakdown and Alex Kungu of CelticsBlog and The Stepien, and we get to topics such as "Why should Al Horford come off the bench?" "Which do you love more, Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown?" and "...who is Brad Wanamaker?" As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and t...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Summer League review with Ryan Pravato

July 23, 2018 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we have DBB's own Ryan Pravato on to recap the Pistons' summer league performance. Ryan and I talk about Henry Ellenson's disappointing shooting performance, Bruce Brown's long-term position, and some of the non-draftees that stood out for the Pistons in Las Vegas.  As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comme...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Early days of free agency with Tony East

July 03, 2018 06:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we have Tony East from Locked on Pacers to talk about the Glenn Robinson III signing. Ben, Tony, and I talk Robinson's fit in Detroit, the free-agent signings the Pistons have and have not made, and whether the Pistons can overtake the Pacers in the Eastern Conference.  As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave c...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Post-Draft afterglow with DBB's Sean Corp

June 25, 2018 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we have Detroit Bad Boys' own Sean Corp on to discuss the Pistons draft this past week. Sean and I talk about what Khyri Thomas and Bruce Brown bring to the team, Dwane Casey's assistant coaching choices, and we look forward to summer league.  As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comments on Detroit Bad Boys...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: SB Nation's Seerat Sohi

June 13, 2018 11:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we have SBNation's Seerat Sohi on to discuss the Detroit Pistons' new head coach, Dwane Casey. Seerat and I talk about Casey's flexibility as a coach, how he should pair Andre Drummond and Blake Griffin, and her infamous (but not long for this world?) Twitter handle. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comm...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Draft Talk with The Stepien's Jackson Hoy

May 25, 2018 13:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we have draft talk with Jackson Hoy of The Stepien, which is, for my money, the best site for the NBA Draft since ESPN bought and hollowed out DraftExpress. Jackson and I discuss point guards that could fit in a backup role for the Pistons, wings that will be available with the 42nd pick, and one offensively-gifted big man with local ties. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: EMERGENCY STAN VAN GUNDY FIRING POD

May 08, 2018 06:00 - 48 minutes

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this is our "Stan Van Gundy is OUT" emergency podcast. Ben Gulker, Shameek Mohile, and I go through the usual suspects of replacements in the front office and on the bench coaching, and we also take a short stroll through Stan Van Gundy's accomplishments and deficiencies as a Piston. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comments on...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: End-of-Season grades, Part 2

May 07, 2018 05:00 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we talk about the Pistons' starters this season. Special guest Shameek Mohile, Ben Gulker, and I offer letter grades for the starters based upon their performance this season - and go into the narrative of how Reggie Jackson, Blake Griffin, and Andre Drummond will look together next season. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comm...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: End-of-Season grades, Part 1

April 30, 2018 06:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we talk about the Pistons' reserves this season. Ben Gulker and I offer letter grades for the bench mob relative to their expectations - which guys passed and which guys failed? As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comments on Detroit Bad Boys, it's the best way for us to build the podcast according to what ...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: The Athletic's James Edwards III

April 16, 2018 06:00 - 1 hour - 84 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we talk about the 39-43 Detroit Pistons with a very special guest: James Edwards III of The Athletic. James and I had a great, free-ranging talk about Stan Van Gundy's future in Detroit, James' rookie year on the Pistons beat, the Pistons' offseason, and our NBA Awards ballots. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please...

It's over...almost

April 09, 2018 10:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB

Hi everyone, thanks for joining us during the second to last week of the Pistons' season. It's been a rollercoaster, and we've been glad to have you with us the whole way. This week, Ben Gulker is joined by Steve Hinson - Detroit Bad Boys managing editor and DBB veteran - to discuss Steve's take on this season, what the Pistons should focus on this offseason, and how good the Pistons could be a year from now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Keeping the playoff embers warm

April 02, 2018 06:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we talk about the 37-40 Detroit Pistons, who refuse to lose late in the season. Ben Gulker and I talk about the dual impact of Reggie Jackson returning, Andre Drummond's ejection, Blake Griffin's injury opening up time for Henry Ellenson, and we re-litigate "Chauncey Billups, General Manager of the Detroit Pistons." As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is ...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Flying Solo

March 26, 2018 06:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, I talk about Reggie Jackson's return, Chauncey Billups' qualifications to be General Manager of the Detroit Pistons, and what I'd like to see out of the team if/when they are eliminated from the playoffs. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comments on Detroit Bad Boys, it's the best way for us to build the...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Twitter Mailbag!

March 12, 2018 05:00 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and on this week's podcast, we answer your twitter questions about the 30-36 Detroit Pistons. Ben Gulker and I talk about the Pistons' struggles on the road, Luke Kennard hitting the rookie wall, and raising teal jerseys to the rafters at Little Cesear's Arena - blegh. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comments on Detroit Bad Boys, ...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Talkin' Heat and the playoff race in the East

March 03, 2018 06:00 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this Saturday's podcast revolves around the pivotal matchup of the Miami Heat and the Detroit Pistons this weekend. Nekias Duncan of FanRag Sports and BBall Breakdown joins me to talk about the Heat's struggles on defense, that time Hassan Whiteside was benched for Amare' Stoudamire, and commiserate with me on the lack of offense our teams play.  As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do t...

Did Stan Van Gundy figure it out over the All Star Break?

February 26, 2018 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

On this episode of the Detroit Bad Boys podcast, Ben and Sean discuss whether or not Stan Van Gundy has figured out how to use Blake Griffin effectively and how to get the Pistons' offense pumping again. They also discuss Reggie Jackson's injury status and what his return to the lineup could mean for the Pistons, if it happens this season. Are the Playoffs still possible? The schedule will be an important part of any answer to that question. To close, Sean helps us all keep our pessimism in c...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Blake drives the Motor City... for better or worse

February 12, 2018 04:30 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this week's podcast revolves around the 27-28 Detroit Pistons, who are coming off a frustrating loss to Atlanta. I solicit my co-host Ben Gulker's thoughts on the moves the Pistons made at the deadline, what the Pistons need to work on during the All-star break, and the proper amount of three Blake Griffin should shoot per game.  As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, ...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Short-Term Trade Surplus

February 06, 2018 04:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this week's podcast revolves around the 26-26 Detroit Pistons, who are now 4-0 since the Blake Griffin trade.  I solicit my co-host Ben Gulker's thoughts on the trade, on Stanley Johnson's improved play, and the player that can fill the Boban-sized hole in his heart. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comments on Detroit Bad Boys...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Blake Griffin Trade!

January 30, 2018 02:30 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this podcast is about the Detroit Pistons acquiring Blake Griffin from the Los Angeles Clippers. Should you be optimistic or pessimistic? Blake Griffin makes HOW much? What does this mean for the Pistons in the short and long-term? Laz, flying solo, has got you covered. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comments on Detroit Bad B...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: The Foggy Franchise Future

January 29, 2018 04:30 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and we gotta sit down and talk. This Sunday's podcast revolves around the 22-26 Detroit Pistons, who have now lost 8 straight games, and altered the future of the franchise. Jamie and I talk about #TeamTank, the Pistons' life after SVG, and the Oscars, surprisingly enough. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comments on Detroit Bad Bo...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Worrying, Winless Week

January 22, 2018 03:30 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and it has not been a good week. This Sunday's podcast revolves around the 22-23 Detroit Pistons - who just endured a buzzer-beater loss to seal a winless week. Ben, Duncan Smith, and I talk about Langston Galloway's return to the lineup, Avery Bradley's ineffectiveness (shout out to Nerouin), and Stan Van Gundy's thought process before the trade deadline. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way t...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Trade Rumor Season

January 15, 2018 14:30 - 1 hour - 59.3 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and we are doing a lot of trade talk this week. This Sunday's podcast revolves around the twenty-two and nineteen Detroit Pistons, who have been in the trade rumor mill all week. Ben, Jamie, and I talk about our preferred trades, the quote-un-quote "resurgence" of Avery Bradley, and give you that promised Anthony Tolliver update. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Back from the Holiday Hiatus

January 08, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and we are back from our holiday hiatus! This Sunday's podcast revolves around the 21-17 Detroit Pistons, who are finding themselves in the wake of Reggie Jackson's severe ankle injuy. Ben Gulker, David Fernandez, and I nitpick Stan Van Gundy's rotations, discuss possible point guard trades, and wonder aloud what's wrong with Avery Bradley. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to ...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: The streak is dead, long live the streak

December 18, 2017 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this Sunday's podcast is about the the 17-13 Detroit Pistons. The streak is dead, long live the streak! Ben Gulker and I talk about Stanley Johnson's move to the bench - he's been demoted, is the next move a trade? Then, we get to Reggie Bullock's time in the limelight, and talk about which Pistons starter we'd be most likely to build a team around and why.  As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Lineup tweaks and an easier week

December 11, 2017 01:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this Sunday's podcast is about the the 14-12 Detroit Pistons - who just finished up an uninspring effort against the Boston Celtics. Ben Gulker and I talk about Stanley Johnson's struggles and Stan Van Gundy tinkering with the rotation: Then, we look ahead to the Pistons' schedule in December. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave c...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Talkin' Celtics

December 09, 2017 12:30 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this Saturday's podcast is about the conference-leading Boston Celtics and the fourteen and eleven Detroit Pistons - who are ALMOST on the other side of Hell Week. This week, we have a special guest - Alex Kungu, from the SBNation Celtics' site CelticsBlog. He and I talk about Marcus Smart's snowbreaks, the rookie wall, and what a Pistons-Celtics playoff series would look like. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the p...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Hell Week

December 04, 2017 07:00 - 46 minutes - 43 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this Sunday's podcast is about bench woes, trade targets, and the 14-8 Detroit Pistons, who have a rough schedule ahead of them this week. Ryan and I talk about Stanley Johnson's struggles offensively, Joel Embiid's trash talk, and potential changes at backup center. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comments on iTunes, it's a g...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Coming down off comebacks

November 27, 2017 06:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this Sunday's podcast is about turnovers, preseason expectations, and the 12-6 Detroit Pistons - who are still near the top of the East. First-time guest of the pod Justin Lambregtse and I talk about how Andre Drummond and Avery Bradley's turnovers, Reggie Jackson playing hero-ball, and how Detroit matches up with the first-place Boston Celtics this week. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best wa...

Adversity?

November 21, 2017 11:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

On this week's edition, Ben and Ryan break down the Pistons' first taste of something every NBA team encounters at some time or another - adveristy. Are two tough losses on the road to the Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana Pacers something to be concerned about? Or is this just a rough patch? Plus, Ben and Ryan talk Stan Van Gundy and his public support for athletes who protest. Thanks for listening! Make sure to give us your feedback, suggestions, and questions @detroitbadboys or www.detroitbadb...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: 5-0 Homestand!

November 12, 2017 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this Sunday's podcast is about Halloween candy, legendary nicknames, and the 10-3 Detroit Pistons - who finished up a 5-0 homestand in the moments before this call. Ben, Jamie and I talk about how deep this Pistons team is, why Tobias Harris doesn't draw more fouls, and how much to worry about Stanley Johnson's back/hip injury. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, li...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Energy, Energy, Energy

November 06, 2017 07:30 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this Sunday's podcast is about crowd sizes, the Cavs defense (or lack thereof), and the 7-3 Detroit Pistons - who have started their five game homestand with two straight wins, holding opponents to under 100 points. Ben, Sean and I talk about how the team's mentality defensively, what it would take to get Pistons fans to come to Little Cesears arena, and who deserves the All-Star love for the Pistons' hot start. As always, we appreci...

Detroit Bad Boys Podcast: Solid in small samples

October 30, 2017 06:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MB

Hey everyone. This is Laz Jackson of Detroit Bad Boys, and this Sunday's podcast is about water rides, Elon Musk, and the 4-2 Detroit Pistons - who look like a definite playoff team to date. Ben, Jamie and I talk about how the starters look, the riddle at backup center, and what it would take to get Eric Bledsoe in Pistons blue. As always, we appreciate your continued support of the podcast, and the best way to do that is to share, like, leave comments - please leave comments on iTunes, it's...

The DBB Southeast Division Preview

October 24, 2017 11:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MB

Ben and Laz unpack the Southeast Division in this episode of the DBB Podcast. There's some interesting things happening in this division. The Wizards young core seeks to take the next step toward contension in the East, Charlotte hopes to bounce back after a disappointing season a year ago, and Miami hopes to start this season as hot as it closed the last one. But, there's some less-than-interesting teams here, too.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Detroit Pistons Preview 2017-2018

October 18, 2017 17:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MB

It's game day! A new NBA season is upon us, and that means it's time to preview our Detroit Pistons. There's a lot to look forward to - new additions to the roster, healthy players, and even a new arena. But, the every season brings its own fears in tow, and this season is no different. Jamie, Jacob, and Ben dig into all those details and more in this season's preview. How good could this team be, and what would it take to get there? Who are the most important players and why? And what about ...

DBB Summer Interview Series: Mike Nicol

August 01, 2017 17:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MB

For this episode, Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker are joined by a special guest, Mike Nicol. Mike is a fan and frequent contributor on Detroit Bad Boys and brings his expertise to the pod.  The episode starts by talking through some of Mike's earliest and best memories as a Pistons fan. Also, how he became a fan of the team and found DBB.  Then the conversation moves onto the team's interesting offseason. Starting with the draft, the guys break down the pick of Luke Kennard. Jordan offers up ...

Detroit vs. Everybody... Else: Backcourt

April 25, 2017 11:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MB

On this special episode of the Detroit Bad Boys podcast, Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker are joined by Jacob Kuyvenhoven. The trio tackle the idea of comparing the Pistons roster to every playoff team's roster in the East. Starting with the point guard spot, it pits Reggie Jackson against the other point guards in the East. The top four (Isaiah Thomas, Kyrie Irving, John Wall, and Kyle Lowry) make for a quick conversation, but also lead to inspecting the merits of Isaiah's career year and how ...

End of Season, State of the Pistons

April 20, 2017 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

On this episode of the Detroit Bad Boys podcast, Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker discuss the end of the season. While disappointing, the final few games gave fans a different glimpse at the roster. Given that glimpse, Ben and Jordan break down what they spotted in the last five games.  Starting with BOBAN! His play showed why he deserved a larger role and more minutes throughout the season. How does he change the distribution of minutes next season? What does his rise mean for Aron Baynes? Do...

A Post All-Star Update!

February 28, 2017 20:30 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker get together for a quick rundown on all things related to the Pistons. Starting with the trade deadline, the guys look at how certain moves will affect the playoff picture in the East. That includes Toronto adding Ibaka, right before they lost Lowry to an injury. It also means discussing the Bulls and their 'on the fly' moves to stay competitive in the East. Looking around the East, the focus turns to teams #6 through #11 in the standings, all with a chance at t...

A 'Proper Pistons Perspective' Before the All Star Break

February 15, 2017 16:30 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MB

On this episode of Detroit Bad Boys, Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker are joined by Keith Elliot (@envius023 on Twitter), "a jack of all trades in the entertainment world" and a big time Pistons fan.  Keith helps put the season into a different light. Starting with the team's dramatic win against the Toronto Raptors, Ben and Keith help to break down the good and the bad. Talking about the game, the focus turns to the factors that led to the comeback win.  The group debates the merits of Ish Sm...

February's Eastern Conference Power Rankings

February 01, 2017 18:30 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB

This episode of the Detroit Bad Boys Podcast is a special Power Rankings edition! Focusing on the Eastern Conference, Jordan Bellant, Ben Gulker and Jamie Delancey run down the teams from 15 to 1.  Starting at number 15, it’s the poor old Brooklyn Nets (2:25). At #14 is the slumping Orlando Magic (4:25). The streaking Miami Heat check in at #13 (8:05).  The new hipster NBA favorite is in at #12, the Philadelphia 76ers (9:35). The #11 New York Knicks might be a train wreck, but they remain i...

Huge, If True: Trade Rumors & Fake Trades

January 28, 2017 21:30 - 1 hour - 66.3 MB

“Let’s talk about what might be, instead of what is.”  On this episode, Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker are joined by Jacob Kuyvenhoven to discuss trade rumors and some intriguing fake trades put together by Jacob.  Starting with the much buzzed Reggie-Ricky swap (2:50), the guys discuss issues of fit and the idea of seeing the Pistons’ starting point guard in trade rumors.  Now, onto the world of make pretend. If the team was moving on from Reggie, what about for Goran Dragic (10:00)?  Wha...

New Year, Same Team - Is That A Problem?

January 12, 2017 19:30 - 1 hour - 59.5 MB

Happy New Year everyone! For their first episode of 2017, Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker are joined by Lazarus Jackson. Laz comes on to talk about the team’s recent play and to offer reasons to be cautiously optimistic.  Starting with the Kings game (4:00), Laz breaks down just exactly how the team lost after having an 18 point lead in the third quarter.  Part of the concern in the Kings game centered around Reggie Jackson. Ben talks about his improved play (7:50) and what it could mean if h...

The Mailbag Goes to a Dark Place

December 20, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 63.7 MB

Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker are joined by Jamie Delancey for a special mailbag episode of the podcast. The episode starts by talking about the team’s recent struggles (2:40) and the major concerns after some poor performances (5:40).  Jordan brings up KCP as a bright spot (12:55); Jamie and Ben discuss his rank amongst other shooting guards in the NBA. Jordan also points out the difference between KCP in wins and losses (16:05).  The next question asks about Jon Leuer as a potential start...

The Return of Ben, Reggie and the Offense

December 07, 2016 17:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MB

Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker are back for a crisp, new episode of the Detroit Bad Boys Podcast. Ben returns just in time to talk about a three-game winning streak, improved play, and a Reggie Jackson sighting! On this episode, Jordan and Ben run through each of the Pistons’ games over the last week. Starting with the big win over the Hornets (3:05), the back-to-back squeaker against the Celtics (12:35), and the domination of the Atlanta Hawks (20:45).  Then, moving onto the Magic game (37:...

Covering Team Concerns with Cautious Optimism

November 29, 2016 12:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

On this episode of the Detroit Bad Boys Podcast, Jordan Bellant and Jacob Kuyvenhoven are joined Lazarus (“Laz”) Jackson to discuss the first fifth of the Pistons’ season.  The episode starts with Laz giving his overall impression of the team through the first 18 games (2:30). Jacob discusses how the team has played and what needs to change for the offense (4:30).  Laz picks up on how Reggie can help the ailing offense (5:45). Focusing on the three ball, Laz and Jacob talk about what is the...

10 Games Into the Season; Is it Time to Hit the Panic Button?

November 14, 2016 22:30 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

Jordan Bellant keeps the podcast rolling this week with Jacob Kuyvenhoven to review the first 10 games of the regular season. While Ben is away on paternity leave from the pod, Jacob fills in and uses the first episode to highlight some of the early season storylines.  Starting with the focus on the last week of basketball (2:45), Jacob offers his big picture understanding of the Pistons. Jordan is nervous about the team still losing winnable games (4:10), but Jacob calms those fears.  Afte...

Podcast Gets Weird, Trades KCP

November 09, 2016 16:30 - 1 hour - 69.1 MB

Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker are joined by Jamie… Delaney? Delancey? We will let him explain. Jamie comes on to talk about one week of Pistons basketball and the team’s roster going forward.  Starting with the Knicks game (3:50), Ben starts with what he liked from the Pistons’ winning effort. Also, what if the Knicks are just bad (6:10). Moving onto the Nets game (15:15), it can really only be described as disappointing and bizarre. Finally for game reviews, the trio talks about the win o...

Reviewing Two Wins, One Loss, and Haircuts

November 02, 2016 01:00 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MB

For the first regular season episode, Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker are joined by Ben Quagliata (“Quags”), the notorious Aussie Pistons fan, to talk about some basketball.  The episode talks about the first three games in order and previews the next three games. Starting with the season opener against the Raptors (2:45). Ben starts with his overall impressions after the first game.  Quags picks up on the Raptors (5:50) and talks about what he wants to see while Reggie is out. That in turn b...

Season Preview Series: The Detroit Pistons

October 26, 2016 22:30 - 1 hour - 62.8 MB

The Detroit Pistons Podcast Season Preview Series concludes with a look at the team. Sean Corp joins Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker as they go position-by-position to preview the team.  The episode starts with a bit of breaking news (:50) in the form of a new player joining the Pistons. If you’re a little behind, some more “breaking news” on the Pistons back court and Reggie’s Jackson knee injury (3:20).  Staying at the point guard spot, Sean breaks down what to expect from temporary backup ...

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