It's a crossover! The Pistons Pulse and Freep Sports Show went LIVE to discuss the Detroit Pistons' 121-113 win over the Boston Celtics in the NBA season opener. Is Ausar Thompson showing that he's the second star next to Cade Cunningham that the Pistons have been looking for?  And what did the guys see from Jalen Duren after signing his big new contract?  Shawn Windsor, Andrew Birkle and Omari Sankofa break it all down.  Subscribe to the Free Press for all your Detroit sports coverage: https://www.freep.com/sports/ Listen to the full Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freep-sports-show/id6808318589 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5oggv0cAdOffBmAmWpVkEx?si=b862fefe688642f0 Follow on TikTok: @detroitfreepress Follow on Twitter:  @freepsports Follow on Instagram:  @detroitfreepress Check out Detroit Free Press for more: https://www.freep.com/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/freepsports Twitter:  https://x.com/freep #freepsportsshow #detroitfreepress

Producer note: This podcast was recorded 10-18-26 With the return of the regular season nearly here, Bryce and Omari conclude their preseason review with a focus on Jalen Duren and Cade Cunningham. The duo then dissect the Pistons’ first matchup of the season against the Celtics. The guys also contemplate who Ausar Thompson will guard in the first four games of the season, share thoughts on if Ebuka Okorie has earned a spot in the rotation, and more. Follow Omari on X: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com/sports/pistons Follow Bryce on X: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack Pick up  "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!

Producer note: This podcast was recorded on 10-12-2026. Bryce and Omari break down what they’re learning about the Detroit Pistons from their preseason overtime loss to the Washington Wizards. The guys talk what stood out from players such as Tolu Smith and Ebuka Okorie. Follow Omari on X: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com/sports/pistons Follow Bryce on X: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack Pick up  "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!

Producer note: This podcast was recorded the evening of 10-6-26 Bryce and Omari break down what you need to know from the Pistons’ preseason-opening win over the Phoenix Suns. The guys talk Ausar's preseason performance, Ebuka Okorie’s impact in the 4th quarter, the unique structure of Jalen Duren’s contract and more. Follow Omari on X: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com/sports/pistons Follow Bryce on X: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack Pick up  "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!

On Thursday, Oct. 1, Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons agreed to a five-year, $200 million contract. Bryce and Omari break down the deal and what this means for the team moving forward. Follow Omari on X: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com/sports/pistons Follow Bryce on X: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack Pick up  "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!

Bryce and Omari welcome back ESPN NBA Senior Writer Vincent Goodwill. The trio talk the latest twist in Jalen Duren's contract negotiation, how things have changed for the Pistons with their recent success, Ausar Thompson’s contract and more. Follow Omari on X: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com/sports/pistons Follow Bryce on X: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack Pick up  "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!

As we near closer to the start of the regular season, Bryce and Omari continue their offseason evaluations by offering a flurry line up predictions. Ho should close games? What lineup could be the most exciting? Who’s earned a spot on the “total chaos” lineup? The guys go over these predictions and more. Follow Omari on X: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com/sports/pistons Follow Bryce on X: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack Pick up  "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!

Bryce and Omari hold their annual season predictions episode. The guys talk Cade Cunningham’s upcoming season, what John Collins brings to the team, the expectations they have for Ebuka Okorie and more. Follow Omari on X: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com/sports/pistons Follow Bryce on X: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack Pick up  "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!

Detroit Free Press sports columnist Shawn Windsor joins Bryce and Omari this week. The trio break down the latest on Jalen Duren's contract situation and then break down where the Pistons stack up in the Eastern Conference.  Follow Omari on X: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com/sports/pistons Follow Bryce on X: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack Pick up  "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!

Omari Sankofa II brings back his dad for another father-son summer special. The Sankofas grade out the Detroit Pistons’ offseason and later play a mock-draft with the chat. Follow Omari on X: @omarisankofa Read the latest from Omari on freep.com/sports/pistons Follow Bryce on X: @MotorCityHoops Read the latest from Bryce on Substack Pick up  "The Pistons Pulse" merch here!