The Pindown: A Detroit Pistons Podcast
444 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratingsWelcome 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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Inside The Cylinder: Ep. 3 – The Curious Case of the Pistons
January 28, 2017 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBIn this week’s episode, Joey and David discuss the following Detroit Pistons topics: Take a deeper dive into the back-up SG/SF position. Who should be getting the bulk of those minutes, Reggie Bullock or Stanley Johnson? If both, Pistons are then running a 10-man rotation, is that too many guys? What’s it going to be Stan Van Gundy? Are we going to roll with Tobias Harris in the starting line-up, or Jon Leuer? Either way, the Pistons are past the halfway point. It’s time to decide. Lastly...
Inside The Cylinder Ep. 2: Player Grades; and Rubio for Reggie?
January 21, 2017 20:48 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBIn this week’s episode, David and Joey address the bombshell trade rumor that dropped this week; Detroit’s Reggie Jackson for Minnesota’s Ricky Rubio. They’ll talk more indepthly about the potential positive and negative effects if the trade were to go through. They’re also talking player grades! Now that it’s the half-way mark of the NBA season, David and Joey will go over their player grades, and why each player received the grade they did, and what they can do to improve on that grade by ...
Inside The Cylinder Ep. 1: Welcome to Inside The Cylinder, your home for all things Detroit Pistons
January 14, 2017 14:09 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBIn Inside The Cylinder's premier episode co-hosts David Fernandez and Joey Mack introduce you to themselves, and explain that they, like you, are just as saddened with the current state of DETROIT BASKETBALL. They'll talk the current state of the team while taking a deeper dive into some of their past few games, looking at some of the positives, some of the negatives, and whatever else might have caught their eye during the contests. David and Joey will also discuss some of Detroit's recent ...
New Year, Same Team - Is That A Problem?
January 12, 2017 19:30 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBHappy 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 MBJordan 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 MBJordan 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 MBOn 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 MBJordan 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 MBJordan 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 MBFor 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 MBThe 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 ...
Season Preview Series: The Central Division
October 18, 2016 17:30 - 1 hour - 80 MBJordan and Ben invite a guest to discuss each division in the conference. On for the Central Division is Sean Wheeler, better known as Hypnowheel on DBB. The Central Division countdown starts with the Indiana Pacers (1:50). One of the three has the Pacers making the playoffs. The fourth team in the Central is the Milwaukee Bucks (18:25); we all know they can’t shoot but maybe Point Giannis can save them (20:55)? If not, maybe it’s former Piston Greg Monroe (25:45), a player that could be ...
Season Preview Series: The Southeast Division
October 11, 2016 17:30 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBFor the start of the new season, Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker are bringing you a full preview of the Eastern Conference. Jordan and Ben invite a guest to discuss each division in the conference. On for the Southeast Division is Jacob Kuyvenhoven, frequent contributor on DBB. The Southeast starts with the Orlando Magic (2:40). Unlike the Atlantic, the bottom teams in the Southeast might actually be competitive and worthy of playoff consideration. The fourth team in the Southeast is the ...
Season Preview Series: The Atlantic Division
October 04, 2016 12:00 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBThe NBA season is right around the corner! For the start of the new season, Jordan Bellant and Ben Gulker are bringing you a full preview of the Eastern Conference. Jordan and Ben invite a guest to discuss each division in the conference. On for the Atlantic Division is Lazarus “Lazchance” Jackson, frequent contributor on DBB. Each team is discussed in detail: Best and worst case scenarios, most important and most intriguing player, firing up the Trade Machine, “Rank the Coach,” and each...
End of the Offseason & A Look to What's Next
July 29, 2016 21:30 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBThis episode will help give you your offseason NBA fix! Jordan and Ben are joined by Jacob Kuyvenhoven to review the Pistons offseason, breakdown the Pistons roster, and look at the Eastern Conference playoff picture. Starting with the NBA Draft, Jacob helps set expectations for rookie Michael Gbinije and his possible early role with the Pistons. Plus, what does signing Jon Leuer mean for Henry Ellenson's future in Detroit. After looking at the rookies, Ben and Jacob talk about the free agen...
Free Agency, Day 1: Pistons Got Better-Ish?
July 02, 2016 14:30 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBBefore the first day of free agency closed, Jordan and Ben Quagliata (aka Quags) got together to discuss all the insanity of the first day. Starting with a look at the market, the conversation quickly turns to the Pistons. Ben discusses both sides of Ish Smith, the good and the bad. Then the guys look at other free agent point guards, their deal and compares it to Ish. Did the Pistons panic? Could our team been in the market for Dellevadova or even Jerryd Bayless? After looking at Ish, the c...
The Bad Boys 2016 Draft Preview
June 23, 2016 16:30 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBThe trio of Jordan Bellant, Steve Hinson, and Jacob Kuyvenhoven join forces to preview the NBA Draft! Focusing on the Pistons' picks at #18 and #49, the conversation starts with Steve explaining the team's strategy heading into the draft. It seems "Best Player Available" is Van Gundy's idea, Jacob explains why that might be best for the Pistons. Starting with the first round pick, Steve and Jacob each share the player they 'expect' the Pistons to take. Then, a conversation about the team's ...
Reviewing the NBA Finals and Previewing the Offseason!
June 21, 2016 18:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBOne day after the NBA Finals, Ben and Jordan get together to break down the Finals and World Champion Cavaliers. After working through 'how' the Cavaliers were able to beat the Warriors; Ben discusses how the Cavaliers can do it again. Jordan brings up Kevin Love's future, chemistry and the offseason for the Cavs. After talking about the Finals, the attention turns to the Pistons and free agency. Since free agency opens less than two weeks from now, Ben looks at the big needs for Detroit an...
Finals Preview and Reviewing the Pistons' Season
June 01, 2016 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBJordan and Ben reunite right before Game 1 of the NBA Finals! Ben and Jordan each make their predictions for the Finals, with both giving their main storylines for the series. Then, Ben breaks down the Cavaliers and both take a chance to give credit to LeBron James. Then, the focus turns to the Pistons. After watching the Cavaliers dominate the Eastern Conference, should the Pistons feel better or worse after their series sweep? Even following the sweep, are the Pistons the top contenders n...
The Pre-Playoff Mailbag, A Toilet Test, and Much More!
April 08, 2016 16:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBJordan is joined by Ben Gulker and Ben Quagliata for the last Detroit Bad Boys podcast before the end of the regular season! The Pistons sit at 42-37, only needing one win to secure their spot in the post-season. There are reasons to celebrate and to be cautious in Piston's optimism. The episode starts by discussing the team's recent play and preparing for the final three games of the season. Ben talks about the bench play; both Bens talk about Reggie Bullock over Stanley Johnson in the rot...
Diagnosing, Analyzing and Hypnotizing the Playoff Run
March 30, 2016 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBJordan and Ben are joined by renowned DBB'er Sean Wheeler, better known as Hypnowheel! Sean helps the guys discuss the Pistons as the team nears the finish line of the regular season! The Pistons seem comfortable in the 8th seed, ahead of the Bulls and Wizards. Sean discusses the Bull's issues down the stretch, Ben focuses on the Wizards and Jordan reminds everyone of the playoff tie-breakers! The conversation turns to the team's recent play. The Pistons have played well, post-trade deadline...
The Secret March Madness Mailbag
March 17, 2016 12:30 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBStart your St. Patrick's Day off right... With the Detroit Bad Boys podcast! Recorded on Selection Sunday and delivered on the fist day of the "Second Round;" this podcast covers all your big Pistons questions. Jordan and Ben are joined by Jacob Kuybenhoven to explore numerous Pistons topics. Starting with the team's playoff position, the guys review their recent stretch of play. From there, a conversation about the 8th seed, holding off Chicago and what a series with Cleveland might look l...
19 Games to Go... Projecting the Playoff Race and More!
March 09, 2016 13:00 - 46 minutes - 43 MBJordan and Ben are back to talk all things Pistons! Jordan starts by previewing the future schedule, and Ben breaks down the bizarre future stretch of games. The Pistons are preparing for four straight road games, then nine at home, before three more straight on the road! What stretch means the most to the team's playoff chances? Looking at the playoff odds, Ben discusses the team's recent play. How did they lose to New York and then beat Portland?! The up-and-down continues and Ben tries to...
Talking Tobias, Win Streaks, and the Pistons Thinking Playoffs
March 01, 2016 00:30 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBListen to this special Leap Day edition of the Detroit Bad Boys Podcast. Jordan and Ben are joined by Jacob Kuyvenhoven right after the Pistons beat the Raptors, marking the team's fourth straight win! There's some optimism in the air, with most of it centering around the newest Piston: Tobias Harris. The trio debate the trade and how Harris effects the Pistons' current playoff odds. The playoff conversation extends into a look at the Eastern Conference. From potential matchups to the Caval...
All Star Break: Second Half Expectations & Mailbag Questions!
February 14, 2016 17:30 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBRecorded at the start of the All Star Break, this episode is the perfect way to get ready for the second half of the NBA Season! Jordan and Ben are joined by Detroit Bad Boys contributor, Gabe FB. Gabe brings his expertise on all things Pistons. The episode starts by talking about the 'Goin to Work' Pistons, the recent retirement cermonies and what other Pistons may deserve the same treatment (Hint: Yes sir, we are talking about Rip Hamilton). Then the conversation moves into the team's rec...
Looking to the Future: Building a Contender in Detroit...
February 03, 2016 18:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBJordan and Ben bring on Jacob Kuyvenhoven to talk all things Pistons as the team heads for the All Star Break. We know about one All Star (Andre Drummond), but the crew talks about Reggie Jackson being left out as an All Star. The guys talk about a recent stretch of disappointing games, and reviewing the month of January. After looking back, the guys look forward. Even past this season, Jacob talks about the value of KCP to the future of this team. Ben talks about what the Pistons need to b...
JR JR Stops By To Talk Pistons, Playoff Odds, and Missing Out on Pizza
January 29, 2016 20:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBListen to a special interview with Daniel Zott and Joshua Epstein of the band JR JR! Jordan gets a chance to talk to the guys about a variety of things. Starting with their new album and recent name change, the conversation quickly turns to basketball. Danny gives his take on the All-Star starters, even mentioning the band's effort to make Andre Drummond a starter. After sharing memories of growing up as a Pistons fan, they talk about the current team and their thoughts on Stan Van Gundy. Jo...
All Star Edition: Talking the Warriors Win, Born Ready, and More Donuts!
January 25, 2016 15:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBBen and Jordan are back for a fantastic duet. This episode starts with breaking down some of the highs and lows of the Pistons' recent stretch of games. Without even mentioning the Gallinari shot; Ben talks about Pistons big win against the Warriors! That was of course on the night the team retired Ben Wallace's jersey and the guys briefly talk about the ceremony and the atmosphere for that game. Then the focus is on the Pistons' performance in close games as the All Star game and trade deadl...
Trade Talk & The Great Hack-A Debate!
January 09, 2016 00:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBHappy New Year everyone! Whether you're looking to learn more about the game or a hard core fan, this is the episode for you! Jordan and Ben are joined by frequent guest Sean Corp, editor of Detroit Bad Boys. Sean and Ben trade optimism about the team, the future of Brandon Jennings, and the outlook for certain bench players. Jordan has questions about what player needs to step up, which position could use some help and that leads into a discussion on the trade rumors. Is Jennings staying? ...
4 OT Madness, Jennings' Return, Donuts Montazuma and More!
December 21, 2015 20:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBYou can't miss this new episode, arriving to you right before Christmas! As the Pistons play towards the New Years, Ben and Jordan have much to discuss. Jacob Kuyvenhoven joins to talk about the D-League and a another present under the Pistons' tree: The return of Brandon Jennings! The episode starts with breaking down the four overtime game between the Pistons and Bulls. While the Pistons prevailed, it gives the crew a chance to examine the Bulls and a potential rivalry between the two team...
The Pistons Are Who We Thought They Were?
December 16, 2015 03:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBJordan and Ben fly solo for their first duet episode. Jordan reviews the Pacers game (a nice win, with some solid bench play). Then Ben breaks down the big takeaways in the team's recent stretch of games. The conversation starts to focus on a few different factors: Bench play, starter minutes, and the play of Dre and Reggie. Ben drops some knowledge on Reggie Jackson, who really is the team's engine. "Where Reggie goes, so goes the team." After talking about Reggie, the conversation opens u...
A Quick Pistons Preview, Review and Breakdown
November 26, 2015 01:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBUploaded late... and delivered right on time. Recorded on Monday, this podcast is still a perfect listen over the Thanksgiving holiday! Ben and Jordan are joined by Sean Corp as the trio revisits their Season Preview episode by further breaking down the Pistons and their playoff odds. Almost the first "lost episode" of the DBB Podcast, it brings you a rundown of the season thus far. It examines the team's upcoming games, focusing on where the Pistons fit in the Eastern Conference. Looking a...
A Tough Finish Out West... Reasons to be Optimistic?
November 18, 2015 01:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MBThis episode was recorded just a day after the Pistons loss to the Lakers. It was the team's fourth straight loss, a disappointing end to the west coast trip. They say misery loves company, so Ben and Jordan are joined by two special guests this week. Sean Wheeler, aka Hypnowheel brings his optimism to the pod. While Jacob Kuyvenhoven is there to "crush Sean's dreams" and keep things in some interesting perspective. Jacob also previews the Pistons' D-League affiliate, the Grand Rapids Drive...
Is it Too Early to Celebrate?
November 12, 2015 02:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBJust one day after the game with Golden State, Jordan and Ben are joined by frequent Detroit Bad Boys contributor, Ben Quagliata. The Aussie brings his quick wit and analysis to an episode that reflects on the Pistons' early successes. Starting with a review of the road trip thus far, the Pistons are 2-1 including the dramatic finish against the Portland Trail Blazers. Where were you when the Pistons went on a 24-0 run? The guys reflect on the game and put the big win in perspective. Things a...
Pistons are Only Three Games In... And It's Time to Celebrate!
November 03, 2015 01:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBIt hasn't always been pretty, but the Pistons are 3-0 to start the season! Ben and Jordan are again joined by Sean Corp to break down the start of the season. While examining each game, the guys talk about some of the big storylines thus far: Like the loss of Jodie Meeks, the emergence of Marcus Morris, the stagnant offense and the potent defense! While the defense has been a surprise, it gives Ben and Sean a lot of confidence about the rest of the season. After further dissecting the team ...
It's Season Preview Time!
October 26, 2015 14:00 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBToday's episode comes just in time! Sean Corp, Editor for the Detroit Bad Boys, joins Ben and Jordan to preview the Pistons season. The guys breakdown the preview by answering 'big' questions about the upcoming season. Questions like: What should fans be most excited about? What are the team's weaknesses? What player(s) is each one of us most confident in for the 15-16 season? That opens up a discussion on the progression of Andre Drummond & the value of Reggie Jackson (and the need for him ...
Bringing Back the Pod: Preseason Edition
October 19, 2015 23:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBOn today's episode of the Detroit Pistons podcast, Jordan and Ben have Detroit internet radio personality Andre Douglas in studio to discuss the Pistons after six pre-season games. The trio dissects the roster, salivates over Stanley, and analyzes just how successful this Stan Van Gundy creation can be. After a comparison to the former Magic teams under SVG, the roster becomes the focus. The crew debates the progression of Andre Drummond and the players on the roster bubble. After talking a...
The worst kind of terrible, Moose's future and Drummond's present
December 19, 2014 16:30 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBAfter a (too) long hiatus, the Detroit Bad Boys podcast is back! In this episode, Ben and Steve discuss a long list of topics: What does it mean to be a Pistons fan after more than half a decade of losing? How long can and should the fanbase support a franchise that seems to lack a clear direction for improvement? Should the Pistons embrace the losing and hope for a good lottery pick, or cheer for a playoff run?Andre Drummond is coming alive!Rajon Rondo was traded to the Mavs – what does that...
The good, bad and ugly from the Pistons' first three games
November 03, 2014 01:00 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBIt's three games into the season and Stan Van Gundy's Detroit Pistons are still looking for their first win. Matt Watson, Mike Payne and Sean Corp of DetroitBadBoys.com discuss the good, the bad and the ugly from the first three losses. The Good: Detroit's defense is (mostly) improved!Greg Monroe looked really good in his first game.Brandon Jennings recovered well from two bad games. The Bad: The offense is really bad so far. What happened to the improved 3-point shooting?Injuries have kept...
Andre Drummond goes to Spain, Gigi Datome stays in Detroit
August 28, 2014 06:00 - 59 minutes - 47.4 MBMatt Watson and Sean Corp discuss Team USA's surprising decision to bring Andre Drummond to Spain for the FIBA World Cup. Also, we introduce the first #AskDBB segment, focusing on Drummond's development defensively and how soon until he drags the Pistons back into contention. Next, we dig into Gigi Datome's decision to turn down an offer to return to Europe, and whether he has a future in Detroit's rotation. Sean points out some surprising statistics about Detroit's new free agents and what t...
Andre Drummond and Team USA, Greg Monroe and the QO
August 15, 2014 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBMatt Watson, Mike Payne and Kevin Sawyer of DetroitBadBoys.com are joined by SBNation.com's Ricky O'Donnell, who attended Team USA's scrimmage Thursday in Chicago, to discuss Team USA's latest injury scare with DeMarcus Cousins, how that might affect Andre Drummond's chances to make the final roster and whether Pistons fans should even want Drummond to continue playing given the injury risk. Later, the DBB crew discuss the recent report that Greg Monroe has decided to sign Detroit's qualify...
Greg Monroe and the Pistons: When making the most money isn't enough
August 07, 2014 16:30 - 1 hour - 29.7 MBThe Detroit Pistons are trying to make Greg Monroe the highest paid player in team history -- and it's still not enough. Sean Corp, Ben Gulker and Matt Watson discuss the latest news this week on the Detroit Bad Boys Podcast. Join the discussion about this podcast here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The fit and future of the Detroit Pistons' newest players
July 31, 2014 16:30 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBDid the Detroit Pistons overpay for Jodie Meeks? Can D.J. Augustin overtake Brandon Jennings for the starting job? Does Caron Butler have anything left? Will Spencer Dinwiddie play as a rookie? Sean Corp, Ben Gulker and Matt Watson discuss those questions plus the futures of Cartier Martin and Aaron Gray in the second episode of the Detroit Bad Boys Podcast, dedicated to discussing the Pistons' free agent and draft. Come for the conversation about the future, stay for Ben blaspheming Detroit'...
Talking about Josh Smith's future with the Detroit Pistons
July 24, 2014 19:00 - 57 minutes - 26.2 MBMatt Watson and Sean Corp from Detroit Bad Boys discuss the Sacramento Kings' interest in Josh Smith, how Stan Van Gundy might rebuild Smith's value and what the Pistons' rotation could look like if Smith, Greg Monroe and Andre Drummond all return. They also spend too much time talking about LeBron James' homecoming to the Cavaliers, what it means for the rest of the Central Division and whether the Pistons should expect to compete for a playoff spot in the suddenly competitive Eastern Confer...