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Pistons Talk Podcast is your go-to destination for all things Detroit Pistons — from breaking news and trade rumors to in-depth game analysis, player development, and draft coverage. Hosted by Anthony, a passionate and knowledgeable Pistons voice, each episode dives into the latest storylines surrounding the team and offers honest, insightful commentary you won’t find anywhere else.

Whether you’re tracking Cade Cunningham’s growth, or debating the future of the Pistons rebuild, Pistons Talk Podcast brings you weekly episodes filled with thoughtful discussion, fan-fueled takes, and interviews with guests across the NBA landscape.

Perfect for die-hard Pistons fans and basketball junkies alike — subscribe now to stay connected to the heart of Detroit basketball.

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#402
Yesterday · 39 min
Kyrie Irving to Pistons? Bleacher Report Mock Trade + J.B. Bickerstaff Ranked Top 10
Today on the Pistons Talk Podcast, Anthony breaks down a wild Bleacher Report mock trade that sends Kyrie Irving and Naji Marshall to the Detroit Pistons. Would adding Kyrie next to Cade Cunningham actually make sense for Detroit, and is the price of giving up Ron Holland II, Duncan Robinson, Daniss Jenkins and draft capital worth it? We also react to Fadeaway World’s Top 10 NBA head coach rankings, where Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff comes in at No. 7. Is Bickerstaff getting the
#401
Sunday · 17 min
Devin Booker Will NEVER Be a Piston? + Pistons City Jersey Leaked?
Today on the Pistons Talk Podcast, Anthony breaks down Mat Ishbia’s strong comments about the possibility of Devin Booker ever being traded to the Detroit Pistons and what it means for any future Booker-to-Detroit speculation. We also discuss the latest Detroit Pistons City Edition jersey news, with reports that the team could be bringing back its red 2021-22 City Edition uniforms for the upcoming season. Plus, we take a look at NBA 2K27’s 2003-04 Detroit Pistons championship team and why thre
#400
Saturday · 57 min
Detroit Pistons 2026-27 Predictions: All-Star, Breakout & Trade Picks | Pistons Squares
Today on the Pistons Talk Podcast, Anthony is joined by credentialed NBA photographer Zariq Turner for a game of Pistons Squares as they make their picks for the Detroit Pistons heading into the 2026-27 NBA season. Who is the most underrated player on the roster? Who could become an All-Star? Which player is a breakout candidate, who could be a trade deadline name, and who are the Pistons’ best shooter, passer, perimeter defender, rim protector and role player? Anthony and Zariq reveal their p
#399
August 26 · 16 min
Reacting To Jake Fisher Reports About Jalen Duren
In today's episdoe of Pistons Talk Podcast Anthony reacted to national reporter Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report latest news on Jalen Duren.
#398
August 24 · 27 min
Cade Cunningham Hosts Pistons Minicamp + Bleacher Report’s Jalen Duren Mock Trades?
Today on the Pistons Talk Podcast, Anthony breaks down the latest Detroit Pistons news surrounding Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren. Cade Cunningham is hosting a Pistons minicamp this week as Detroit continues preparing for the 2026-27 NBA season. What does Cade organizing workouts with his teammates say about his leadership and the chemistry this group is building before training camp? We also react to Bleacher Report’s latest Jalen Duren trade ideas as his restricted free agency continues. Bl
#397
August 21 · 17 min
Jalen Duren Report Taken Out of Context? + Ausar Thompson’s Jumper Improving
Today on Pistons Talk Podcast, Anthony breaks down the latest conversation surrounding Jalen Duren and his restricted free agency. A recent Full Court Press post described the negotiations between Duren and the Detroit Pistons as “awfully nasty,” but the full context of the discussion tells a much different story. Anthony explains what was actually said, why the Jalen Duren report was taken out of context, and what it could mean for his future with the Pistons. Later, Anthony breaks down Ausar
#396
August 19 · 24 min
Cade Cunningham Didn’t Recruit LeBron James to Detroit? + NBA 2K27 Ratings?
Today on Pistons Talk Podcast, Anthony breaks down Cade Cunningham’s comments about letting the Detroit Pistons front office do its job and why he didn’t bother recruiting LeBron James to Detroit. Also on the show, we discuss the NBA 2K27 top 10 player ratings, Jalen Duren hosting basketball camps and why that could be an encouraging sign for Pistons fans waiting on his next contract.
#395
August 14 · 1 hr 2 min
Detroit Pistons Schedule Reaction, Ausar Thompson’s Growth & 2026-27 Hot Takes | Ku Khahil
Today on the Pistons Talk Podcast Anthony will be joined by Ku Khahil from Locked On Pistons to discuss the latest surrounding the Detroit Pistons heading into the 2026-27 NBA season. Anthony and Ku will give their thoughts on the Detroit Pistons schedule and expectations for the upcoming season. They’ll also react to Isaiah Stewart’s recent comments in his Andscape interview and discuss what stood out from his remarks. Plus, they’ll break down Ausar Thompson’s summer runs, including his
#394
August 13 · 14 min
Cade Cunningham Talks John Collins + Detroit Pistons NBA Cup & MLK Day Schedule
Tonight on Pistons Talk Podcast, Anthony breaks down Cade Cunningham’s comments about new Detroit Pistons forward John Collins and why Cade believes Collins can bring offense, defense, athleticism, toughness, shooting and more to Detroit this season. We’ll also take a look at the Pistons’ 2026 NBA Cup schedule, including matchups against the Brooklyn Nets, Toronto Raptors, Orlando Magic and Milwaukee Bucks, along with Detroit’s MLK Day matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. How big of an imp
#393
August 11 · 21 min
Detroit Pistons 2026-27 Schedule News: Preseason & Celtics Opening Week Matchup
The Detroit Pistons’ 2026-27 schedule is starting to take shape, and we break down all the latest schedule news on today’s episode of Pistons Talk. Detroit will open preseason action on October 5 against the Phoenix Suns at home, followed by an October 16 matchup against the Toronto Raptors. We also discuss the NBA’s opening-week schedule, including the Pistons’ matchup against the Boston Celtics at 3 PM, and why that game is being played earlier in the day with a concert scheduled for later th
#392
August 7 · 21 min
Isaiah Stewart Felt Unappreciated by the Detroit Pistons?
Isaiah Stewart recently opened up about his final season with the Detroit Pistons, revealing that he felt unappreciated and believed his time in Detroit was coming to an end. Stewart discussed why he and his wife prayed for an opportunity with a team that valued him, while also making it clear how much love he still has for the city of Detroit and the community that embraced him. We also break down Stewart’s comments on the Pistons’ 60-win season, Detroit getting back to its tough identity, an
#391
August 6 · 1 hr 8 min
Detroit Pistons 2026-27 Season Preview With Bryce Simon Biggest Strength, Concern & Breakout Player
Bryce Simon of The Pistons Pulse Podcast and the Game Theory Podcast joins Pistons Talk for a complete 2026-27 Detroit Pistons season preview. We discuss what could be the Pistons’ biggest strength this season, the biggest concern with the current roster and which player is most likely to take the biggest leap. We also break down whether J.B. Bickerstaff could once again use a deep 11- or 12-man rotation and share our hottest Pistons takes before the season begins. Can Cade Cunningham and the
#390
August 3 · 43 min
J.B. Bickerstaff’s Pistons Rotation, Contract Talks |Pistons Roundtable Pt. 2 with Eric Vincent & Sean Murphy
In Part 2 of the Detroit Pistons Roundtable, Anthony is joined by Eric Vincent and Sean Murphy to break down several important questions surrounding the Pistons’ rotation, contract negotiations and long-term roster strategy. Which players could become J.B. Bickerstaff’s rotational favorites during the 2026-27 NBA season? The group discusses Detroit’s depth, potential lineup combinations, playing-time battles and which veterans or young players could earn consistent roles in Bickerstaff’s rotati
#389
August 2 · 38 min
Cade Cunningham Recruited NBA Superstars? | Pistons Roundtable Pt. 1 with Eric Vincent & Sean Murphy
Cade Cunningham reportedly tried to recruit some big names to the Detroit Pistons, we discussed what this says about the organization and Cade Cunningham as a leader. In Part 1 of our Detroit Pistons Roundtable Episode. With Eric Vincent and Sean Murphy. The conversation also turns to FanDuel Sportsbook setting the Pistons’ regular-season win total at 50.5. Can Detroit win at least 51 games, remain near the top of the Eastern Conference and prove last season was not a fluke? To close the epi
#388
July 31 · 19 min
ESPN Reveals 4 Stars the Pistons Targeted in Free Agency + Zach LaVine Buyout Talk
ESPN’s Vinnie Goodwill revealed that the Detroit Pistons were linked to four major stars during free agency: Kevin Durant, Kawhi Leonard, Kyrie Irving and Austin Reaves. In this episode, we break down Detroit’s reported interest in each player, why none of those moves ultimately happened and whether any of them realistically made sense alongside Cade Cunningham and the Pistons’ young core. We also discuss the possibility of the Sacramento Kings buying out Zach LaVine. Could the former All-Star
#387
July 29 · 18 min
Peyton Watson asking price lowered? Does he make sense for Detroit?
The Denver Nuggets have reportedly lowered their asking price in potential Peyton Watson sign-and-trade discussions. Could the Detroit Pistons emerge as a realistic landing spot for the young defensive wing? On today’s episode of Pistons Talk, we break down Denver’s reported asking price of a high-level player and a first-round pick, whether that price makes sense for Detroit, and how Watson would fit alongside Cade Cunningham, Ausar Thompson and the Pistons’ young core. We also discuss the la
#386
July 27 · 52 min
Where Do the Detroit Pistons Rank in the East? Jalen Duren Contract Talks | Part 2 with Zariq
In Part 2 of my conversation with Zariq, a credentialed NBA photographer and Detroit Pistons media member, we break down the Eastern Conference hierarchy and discuss where the Pistons belong among the top teams in the East. We examine which teams are clearly ahead of Detroit, which Eastern Conference contender may be overrated and which team could make the biggest jump next season. We also discuss whether the Pistons have done enough to remain near the top of the conference and what they still
#385
July 26 · 50 min
Did the Detroit Pistons Do Enough This Offseason? Summer League Standouts With Zariq
In Part 1 of my conversation with Zariq, a credentialed NBA photographer and Detroit Pistons media member, we break down the Pistons’ offseason and evaluate whether Trajan Langdon did enough to improve the roster. We discuss which offseason addition fits Detroit best, the biggest remaining concern on the roster and whether the Pistons still need to make another move before the 2026–27 NBA season begins. Zariq also shares his firsthand observations from NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, including
#384
July 25 · 24 min
Bennedict Mathurin Pistons Interest, Cade With Kevin Durant & the Trajan Langdon Debate
The Detroit Pistons have reportedly shown interest in Bennedict Mathurin, raising questions about how the young scoring wing could fit alongside Cade Cunningham and Detroit’s developing core. In this episode, we break down Mathurin’s potential fit with the Pistons, what he could add as a scorer and whether Detroit should pursue another young player with upside. We also discuss Cade Cunningham being seen with Kevin Durant and why Pistons fans should be excited about Cade continuing to build rela
#383
July 24 · 31 min
ESPN Questions Pistons’ Offseason, Yahoo Ranks Detroit 8th & Wendell Moore Going Overseas?
The Detroit Pistons are drawing mixed reviews heading into the 2026-27 NBA season. In today’s episode, Anthony breaks down ESPN’s concerns about Detroit’s offseason and Yahoo Sports ranking the Pistons eighth in its early Eastern Conference power rankings. Did the Pistons do enough to improve after a 60-win season, or is the national media overlooking Detroit once again? Topics include the unresolved Jalen Duren contract situation, replacing Tobias Harris with John Collins, the addition of Isa

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