The Pindown: A Detroit Pistons Podcast
Episodes
The Pindown l A Delayed Reaction to Cade Cunningham's Collapsed Lung
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After some big-big-timelife events, The Pindown is back! Well. Kind of.Wes jumps in for a short, solo episode to discuss the recent news of Cade Cunni...
Surviving a Tough Stretch l The Pindown
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Robbie Bettelon of Detroit Bad Boys joins the show to discuss the Pistons' past week of games. Robbie and Blake discuss Detroit's Sunday night...
The East Runs Through Detroit l The Pindown
21 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The East goes through Detroit. That’s all that needs to be said as Wes and Blake record this show right after the Pistons steamrolled the New York K...
All-Star BBall Paul Reed l The Pindown
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s All-Star Weekend! But, more importantly, Paul Reed just had Jakob Poeltl in a blender. Wes and Blake jump in to break down everything we’ve s...
Kevin Huerter & a New York-Sized Beatdown l The Pindown
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What a week.The Pistons traded Jaden Ivey to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Kevin Huerter, Dario Saric, and a 2026 first round pick swap. They were...
Instant Reaction to the Jaden Ivey Trade l The Pindown
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons have traded Jaden Ivey to the Chcago Bulls, marking the end of his turbulent yet hopefilled time in Detroit. Wes jumps in the studio to qu...
Pistons Trade Deadline Preview l The Pindown
31 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As the Pistons hit the West Coast ahead of the trade deadline while sitting atop the Eastern Conference, The Pindown brings Detroit Bad Boys' own ...
In a League of Their Own l The Pindown
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons may have dropped a tight contest against a strong Houston Rockets team, but they are still sitting alone at the top of the Eastern Confere...
Good Teams Win Ugly l The Pindown
17 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As the title says, good teams win ugly. And the Pistons are a good team, folks! Wes and Blake hop on to break down the good, the bad, and the ugly fro...
Jalen Duren, All Star? I The Pindown
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wes and Blake hop in to record right before the Pistons rematch against the Los Angeles Clippers to continue their New Year’s Resolutions for the ro...
Let's Start the New Year Right I The Pindown
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year!It’s 2026 and the Pistons still sit atop the Eastern Conference after a bit of a slip-up to end 2025, losing 3 of their last 4. Wes a...
Winning Out West I The Pindown
28 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons are off to a strong start on their West Coast road trip this holiday season. Though they are 2-1 so far, there have been a couple of items...
Back from Break! I The Pindown
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons are back! And they delivered an absolutely dominant win against a strong Atlanta Hawks team on Friday night. Blake and Wes use that win to...
Back on Track I The Pindown
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons are back on the right track just in time for a nice, nearly week-long break to rest and recover. In this episode, Blake and Wes break down...
NBA Cup Let Down I The Pindown
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a 13-game win streak, the Pistons dropped two straight. Unfortunately, those two games were Cup games, ruining the Pistons dreams of playing for...
11 Games & Still Rolling I The Pindown
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons are absolutely rolling! And The Pindown is here to break down exactly why that is. Spoiler alert — it’s Jalen Duren. It seems that Dur...
A Streak to Remember | The Pindown
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After two incredible wins in a row, The Pindown is back to break down the Pistons' exciting recent slate of games. After the thrilling win over th...
Finding the Groove | The Pindown
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Following the Pistons' recent win over the Magic, Blake and Wes hop on the mics to break down all the fun from the Pistons’ first five games. Th...
Beating the Celtics to Move to 2-1 I The Pindown
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off the Pistons 119-113 victory over the Boston Celtics, Blake and Wes hop on the mics to break down all the fun from the Pistons’ home opener...
It’s Time for DEtroit Basketball I The Pindown
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Finally! The NBA offseason has come to a close, the Pistons have wrapped up their preseason slate — it’s time for some real basketball! And Blake ...
Cade is too Good for the Preseason I The Pindown
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Preseason basketball has begun and Blake and Wes are here to break down all you need to know from the Pistons first two games! First, they discuss why...
Reacting to Media Day I The Pindown
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the official NBA year! Blake and Wes break down the most exciting elements of Pistons media day, from Ausar Thompson and Ron Holland channe...
Pistons Media Day Preview | The Pindown
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With media day on the horizon, Wes and Blake talk about what they're most interested to hear from Trajan Langdon, J.B. Bickerstaff and the Pistons...
Ron Holland’s Ceiling this Year I The Pindown
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Blake and Wes continue to discuss ceilings and floors this week. Just how good might Ron Holland be this year? Could he push to start? They break down...
Best & Worst Case Predictions for the Pistons I The Pindown
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Could Cade Cunningham be an MVP candidate? Is the national media, somehow, overrating the Pistons? Blake and Wes dive deep into these questions and mo...
The Malik Beasley Conundrum I The Pindown
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With August nearing its close, we surprisingly have some Pistons news to discuss. With Malik Beasley potentially on the table to come back to the Pist...
Pistons Talk Crossover! I The Pindown
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pistons news? In August? We could not have picked a better time for the host of Pistons Talk, Anthony, to join the show. The guys break down Javonte G...
On-Scene at NBA Summer League w/Laz Jackson I The Pindown
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There are some things that just stand out more in-person than they do through broadcast. Laz Jackson joins the show to break down what he saw from the...
Could Malik Beasley Still Fit? I The Pindown
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What yard work projects do you have going on right now? Yes, the guys do touch on that. But, hey, it’s August in the NBA! Robbie Bettelon rejoins th...
Summer League Takeaways I The Pindown
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summer League has wrapped up and we are fully in the dog-days of the NBA schedule. But there is plenty to be excited about with the Detroit Pistons! B...
Offseason Review w/ Robbie Bettelon I The Pindown
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With some time to digest the Pistons' offseason moves, what's your opinion on the adjusted roster? Detroit Bad Boys own Robbie Bettelon joins ...
Introducing Chaz Lanier I The Pindown
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At the conclusion of the second night of the NBA draft, we finally have the first bit of real Pistons news since the Playoffs. Chaz Lanier is your new...
To Trade or Not to Trade? I The Pindown
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Game 7 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder, Blake and Wes look ahead to next week's NBA draft. The...
Draft Deep Dive w/Bryce Simon
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The draft is just around the corner. The PERFECT time to bring in an absolute expert, Bryce Simon of Motor City Hoops, the Pistons Pulse Podcast, Game...
How Active will the Pistons be in Free Agency I The Pindown
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While the Thunder and Pacers duel it out on the biggest stage, the Pistons are locked into full offseason mode. With the rumors of interest in Naz Rei...
How Many Vets Should the Pistons Keep I The Pindown
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
All of Tim Hardaway Jr, Malik Beasley and Denis Schroder are entering free agency — how many should the Pistons try to bring back? Blake and Wes loo...
How to Maximize Jaden Ivey I The Pindown
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Blake and Wes are here to guide us through the offseason, but first, they take a deep dive into the offseason for Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren. What is ...
Off-Season, Great Vibes I The Pindown
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons have entered the offseason, but, honestly, the vibes are very positive. Rightfully so! This young group took a 3-seeded Knicks team to 3 g...
Last Legs I The Pindown
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The final call in Game four spoiled an otherwise fantastic game. In fact, all four of these games have been fantastic — win or loss. These Pistons h...
Back to Detroit! The Pindown
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons and Knicks are deadlocked in a competitive playoff series that now heads back to the friendly grounds of Detroit, Michigan. The Pindown is...
The Pindown Playoff Preview
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bring on the Playoffs!As the Pistons load up to play the New York Knicks in round one of the NBA Playoffs, Wes and Blake state six things they think t...
Here Come the Knicks I The Pindown
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons loss to the Bucks locks them into the 6th seed. On the same day, the Pacers lost, locking the Knicks into the third seed. The Pistons’ r...
Most Vital Playoff Players I The Pindown
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ron Holland got suspended a game and Wes and Blake are confused. The guys go through that skirmish against the Wolves, break down which suspensions ma...
Playoff Pistons I The Pindown
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons are heading through the final stretch of an improbable regular season. Wes and Blake chat through Ausar Thompson's recent play as well...
Jack Kelly Joins I The Pindown
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons are fresh off a season-defining buzzer-beater from Cade Cunningham and the guys knew just the man to bring in and break it all down. Jack ...
4th Seed? I The Pindown
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Despite a disappointing loss to the Washington Wizards, the Pistons remain one of the hottest teams in basketball. Wes and Blake break down why that W...
West Coast Trippin’ I The Pindown
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons are off to yet another strong start to a west coast swing and the guys are here to guide you through all of it. From the team’s emphatic...
The NBA’s Hottest Team I The Pindown
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons have rattled off nine out of their last 10 games. As far as Blake and Wes are concerned, they’ve proven that they are not only legitimat...
Down the Stretch We Go I The Pindown
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The final stretch of the season begins on Friday, and the Pistons are in prime position to finish strong. This team has exceeded every expectation pla...
All Star Weekend with The Pindown
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s All Star Weekend and the Pistons have absolutely surged into the break. Blake and Wes break it all down as they talk some shop with the dunk co...
Trade Deadline Recap w/Laz Jackson I The Pindown
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons just acquired Dennis Schroeder, Lindy Waters III, and a couple of second round picks, so the guys thought they’d bring in an expert to b...
An All-Star Caliber Deadline Primer I The Pindown
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cade Cunningham is an All-Star! On a special trade deadline preview episode, the guys were thrilled to see the NBA announce All-Star reserves as the ...
Heating Up I The Pindown
25 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons are fresh off a great start to a tough stretch of games — beating the Rockets and now the Hawks. In both, Cade was absolutely dominant. ...
Too Good Too Fast? I The Pindown
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons loss to the Pacers does not diminish the fantastic start to the year, and the season in general, that this team has had. Blake and Wes dis...
New Year, New Pistons I The Pindown
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cade Cunningham will be an All Star, the Pistons are nearly .500 on the season and young forwards Ron Holland and Ausar Thompson have both flashed thi...
How to Fill Jaden Ivey’s Shoes I The Pindown
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s impossible not to feel for Jaden Ivey. Not only has he suffered a traumatic injury, but it comes during possibly the best stretch of basketball...
Wild Wild West Coast I The Pindown
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jaden Ivey just hit a four-point-play game winner to seal a comeback against the Sacramento Kings, and Wes and Blake are here to break it all down. Al...
The Ups and Downs | The Pindown
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Pindown is back to discuss the Pistons' recent overtime win over the Miami Heat and difficult loss to the Utah Jazz. Wes and Blake talk about the ...
Ron Holland’s Big Day I The Pindown
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While the game against the Celtics may have been a let down, Ron Holland certainly made it entertaining. Wes and Blake discuss why his big night was s...
Medicine with Honey I The Pindown
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons really soiled themselves against the Bucks and the Celtics. But it’s not all bad… even though the beginning of this podcast starts tha...
Meaningful Basketball in December I The Pindown
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons are playing meaningful basketball in December! Wes and Blake are here to break down exactly why the pressure that comes with a win-or-go-h...
Is This Pistons Defense Sustainable? I The Pindown
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After the Pistons loss in overtime to the Charlotte Hornets, the team ranks 11th in team defensive rating. Is that sustainable or just a flash in the ...
Suddenly, Ausar Thomson Returns | The Pindown
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off a week of crazy games, Wes and Blake recap the heartbreaker Pistons loss against the Bucks and look ahead. With Ausar Thompson cleared to re...
A Pistons Talk Crossover I The Pindown
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off the Pistons exciting last second win over the Atlanta Hawks, capped by a Cade Cunningham game winning basket and blocked shot, Anthony from ...
The Rocky Road I The Pindown
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On a morning episode of The Pindown, Blake and Wes dive into the past two weeks over some caffeinated morning beverages. They discuss what has been so...
Game One Deep Dive I The Pindown
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons are back and better than ever! Well, maybe not better than ever. But they did look better than they did last year in game 1. Wes and Blake...
Regular Season Tune-Up I The Pindown
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons have wrapped up the preseason in style with a win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Now, the team, and The Pindown, gear up for the regular se...
Pistons Basketball is Back I The Pindown
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pistons basketball is back! Well, mostly. The Pistons have played two preseason games against the Bucks and the Suns, and Blake and Wes are here to br...
Media Day Takeaways w/ Sean Corp | The Pindown
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With media day behind us and training camp underway, Sean Corp joins the show to discuss his media day experience and to preview the upcoming season. ...
The Perfect Pistons Rotation I The Pindown
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Now that Pistons basketball is finally and legitimately around the corner, Wes and Blake break down exactly what their ideal 48 minute rotation would ...
Bickerstaff’s Scheme w/Jack Kelly I The Pindown
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With training camp right around the corner, Jack Kelly joins the show to break down what he’s looking for out of the Pistons in the preseason in ord...
Jaden Ivey & Jalen Duren Preview I The Pindown
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a meaty episode this week as Wes and Blake break down exactly what we need to see from Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren, and ask the most important q...
Weird & Wacky Lineups I The Pindown
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s finally the end of the sports desert. The NFL starts its season this week and the Pistons training camp is only 6 weeks away! In celebration, t...
August Heat I The Pindown
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Labor Day approaches and August comes to a close, that means the Pistons season is right around the corner! But before we get ahead of ourselves, Blak...
How Close is Ausar to his Ceiling? I The Pindown
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who had the better summer league performance: Ron Holland or Ausar Thompson. Holland showcased the talent he displayed with the Ignite and Ausar was t...
Reacting to the Schedule I The Pindown
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons now know who they will play, when and in what cadence. Naturally, Blake and Wes are here to guide you through the twists and turns of the ...
Ron Holland or Jaden Ivey? I The Pindown
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Recently, Blake mentioned that Ron Holland is a better fit with Cade Cunningham than Jaden Ivey. The guys dive into that idea this week, breaking down...
Which Young Piston can be an All-Star Next to Cade? | The Pindown
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Olympics are underway, so Wes and Blake discuss Team USA's first couple of games before diving into the Pistons. The Pistons announced a new a...
Which of the Young Pieces are Here to Stay? | The Pindown
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Now into the dog days of summer, Wes and Blake look ahead to next season and beyond. Will Jaden Ivey or Jalen Duren get extended next summer? What do ...
First Impressions of Ron Holland and Bobi Klintman
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wes and Blake react to the first few Pistons games of NBA Summer League. Recent draft picks Ron Holland and Bobi Klintman both have multiple exhibitio...
How J.B. Bickerstaff Manages his New Roster | The Pindown
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wes and Blake discuss the slew of Pistons news and how new head coach J.B. Bickerstaff will fit all the new and existing pieces into his rotations. Ca...
Reacting to Bickerstaff & Tobias Harris I The Pindown
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Since the draft live show only covered night one, the guys never got the chance to discuss Bobi Klintman and the trade up in the second round. Blake g...
LIVE Reaction to Ron Holland I The Pindown
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The guys brought in the crew from Detroit Bad Boys to record LIVE during the entire first round of the NBA Draft. This episode is a recording of all t...
NBA DRAFT LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT I The Pindown
22 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in Wednesday, June 26th at 8PM ET for a special edition of the Pindown covering the entire 1st round of the NBA draft LIVE! The episode will be s...
Monty Williams & a Draft Preview w/Lance Caporossi I The Pindown
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Trajan Langdon asking Monty Williams to hand over his whistle and clipboard, Lance Caporossi joins the Pindown to break down all the coaching opt...
What to Make of the Fred Vinson Hire w/Jack Kelly I The Pindown
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shooting guru Fred Vinson is joining the coaching staff in Detroit, but we still don’t know for certain who will sit in the head chair. Jack Kelly j...
The Highest Upside Player at 5 I The Pindown
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Trajan Langdon has relieved Troy Weaver of his duties as GM of the Detroit Pistons. And while we’re sure there will be more news before we record ag...
How Trajan Langdon Impacts the Offseason I The Pindown
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Trajan Langdon now aboard, focus shifts to the three major decisions he will have to make in short order — the future of Troy Weaver and Monty ...
Instant Reaction to Trajan Langdon’s Hire I The Pindown
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Pindown comes to you with breaking news! Trajan Langdon is the new Head of Basketball Operations for the Detroit Pistons, with Woj breaking to sto...
Déjà Vu with Bryce Simon I The Pindown
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So that happened. It’s déjà vu across Detroit as the Pistons fell to the fifth pick in the NBA Draft yet again. But rather than being Neo in the M...
Pre-Draft Lottery Extravaganza I The Pindown
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want to hear your voice on the Pindown? Call (313) 355-2717 and leave your question as a voicemail! The guys will play your message and answer your qu...
Assessing the Pistons Young Talent I The Pindown
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Pindown has a phone number! If you want to hear your voice on the podcast, call (313) 355-2717 and leave your question as a voicemail. The guys wi...
Why is the Head of Basketball Operations Search Taking this Long? I The Pindown
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a week since we’ve last heard word on the Pistons search for a new Head of Basketball Operations, fans want answers, Blake and Wes have....
Searching for New Leadership I The Pindown
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s official. The Pistons wrapped up the worst season in franchise history and have announced that they are in search of new leadership. Wes and Bl...
The Offseason Shopping List I The Pindown
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off a loss to the 76ers, all that stands between these Detroit Pistons and franchise history is an improbably three-game win streak. To make mat...
The Malachi Flynn Game! I The Pindown
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the Malachi Flynn game! The guys were lucky enough to record immediately following the Pistons 121 to 113 loss to the Atlanta Hawks where guard...
Jack Kelly on the State of the Team I The Pindown
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The last time Jack Kelly joined the show, the Pistons were fresh off an exciting win against the Chicago Bulls. There was hope and optimism on the sea...
Ivey & Duren’s Future in Detroit I The Pindown
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Spring has sprung, March Madness has begun, and Cade Cunningham was the one to torch the Pistons best chance at victory this past week. Clearly, it’...
The Best Stretch of Basketball this Season I The Pindown
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
These past 4 games have unquestionably been the best stretch of basketball the Pistons have played this season. Cade is playing like “the man”, Fo...
Ausar Thompson is on the Rise I The Pindown
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Pistons just beat the Nets 118 - 112 and Wes and Blake break it all down in this episode. Ausar Thompson has surged as of late, improving his thre...