The Palace of Pistons Podcast

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The official Palace of Pistons Podcast hosted by Mike Anguilano and Aaron Johnson. Your ultimate resource for the Detroit Pistons.

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Rotation Questions & Reality Checks for the Detroit Pistons After Two Tough Losses

On this episode of the Palace of Pistons Podcast, Aaron Johnson and Jasper Apollonia break down the Detroit Pistons’ recent losses to the Cleveland Cavaliers and San Antonio Spurs and what those games revealed about Detroit’s ability to compete with the NBA’s best teams. As expectations continue to rise around the Pistons this season, the guys analyze where Detroit struggled against elite competition and whether those issues could become a problem in the playoffs. Aaron and Jasper dive into the biggest takeaways from both matchups, including Detroit’s offensive execution, defensive breakdowns, and the areas where the team still needs to improve if it wants to truly contend for an NBA championship. They also discuss the impact of star guard Cade Cunningham and whether the supporting cast around him is strong enough to match up with the league’s top contenders. The episode also explores whether head coach J.B. Bickerstaff should consider making adjustments to the Pistons’ rotation moving forward. Should Detroit tighten the rotation, experiment with different lineups, or make strategic changes to compete with the league’s elite teams? With the playoffs approaching and championship conversations beginning to heat up, the guys debate the biggest question surrounding the Pistons right now: Are the Detroit Pistons actually a legitimate NBA championship contender, or are they still a step behind the league’s top teams? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

55 min
FEB 27

Are the Detroit Pistons REALLY Championship Contenders After the Spurs Loss?

On this episode of the Palace of Pistons Podcast, Aaron Johnson and Jasper Apollonia break down Cade Cunningham’s rise into the top-three of the NBA MVP race alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic. Is Cade legitimately in the mix to win the award, and what would it take for him to close the gap? The guys also dive into Detroit’s strong 3–1 stretch coming out of the All-Star break, including the loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Did the Spurs expose something about the Pistons, or was it just one bad matchup? And most importantly — did that game change how they view Detroit’s NBA Finals ceiling? All that and more on this episode of the Palace of Pistons Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

59 min
FEB 20

Cade Cunningham’s MVP Season & The Pistons’ Post–All-Star Game Plan

On this episode of the Palace of Pistons Podcast, Mike Anguilano and Jasper Apollonia break down Cade Cunningham’s rising case to be named league MVP and what his leap means for the Detroit Pistons. The guys also dive into what they’re watching for as Detroit heads into the post–All-Star stretch, from consistency and rotations to the team’s push in the standings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

37 min
FEB 13

Fallout in Detroit: Brawl, Suspensions & Big Tests Ahead for the Pistons

On this episode of the Palace of Pistons Podcast, Aaron Johnson breaks down the aftermath of the heated clash between the Detroit Pistons and Charlotte Hornets, including league suspensions handed down to Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart. He also recaps Detroit’s wins over Charlotte and the Toronto Raptors, before looking ahead to looming matchups against the San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Cleveland Cavaliers. What do these results—and the chaos surrounding them—mean for the Pistons’ momentum moving forward? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

36 min
FEB 6

Pistons Trade Deadline Fallout: Why Jaden Ivey Was Moved, Return Debate & Detroit’s Title Chances

Subscribe to PalaceOfPistons.com. On this episode of the Palace of Pistons Podcast, hosts Mike Anguilano, Aaron Johnson, and Jasper Apollonia break down the Detroit Pistons’ moves at the NBA trade deadline and what they mean for the franchise moving forward. The guys dive deep into the decision to trade Jaden Ivey, explaining why the move became necessary and debating whether Detroit received enough value in return. They also look around the league at notable deadline deals and discuss which newly available players they would have liked to see the Pistons pursue. Plus, the crew evaluates Detroit’s standing in the NBA title picture after the deadline, and previews the most challenging stretch of the season, with the Pistons set to face several of the Western Conference’s top contenders over the next month. All that and more on the latest episode of the Palace of Pistons Podcast. Let us know your thoughts on Detroit’s deadline moves and playoff outlook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1h 1m
JAN 30

Pistons Trade Deadline Preview: Giannis, Trey Murphy, MPJ & More

Subscribe to PalaceOfPistons.com. With the NBA trade deadline set for February 5th, the Palace of Pistons podcast delivers a full Pistons trade deadline preview. Mike Anguilano, Aaron Johnson, and Jasper Apollonia break down Detroit’s potential trade interest in Giannis Antetokounmpo, Trey Murphy, Michael Porter Jr. (MPJ), Norman Powell, Coby White, and other potential trade targets. The guys debate whether the Detroit Pistons need to make a move at the trade deadline or if standing pat is the smarter long-term approach. They also take a close look at Jaden Ivey’s future with the Pistons and discuss whether they expect him to remain on the roster once the trade deadline passes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1h 3m
JAN 23

Herb Jones Trade Rumors, a Celtics Statement Win & Pistons Midseason Grades

On this episode of the Palace of Pistons podcast, Aaron Johnson and Jasper Apollonia break down a report linking the Detroit Pistons to New Orleans Pelicans wing Herbert Jones and discuss what that level of interest says about the organization’s direction. The guys also recap Detroit’s recent winning streak, highlighted by an impressive and telling victory over the Boston Celtics. To wrap things up, Aaron and Jasper hand out midseason report card grades for the entire Pistons organization — from the front office and coaching staff to the roster — evaluating what’s worked, what hasn’t, and where Detroit stands at the halfway point of the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1h 11m
JAN 16

Pistons at Full Strength: Cade, Duren & Tobias Return + Over/Under 55.5 Wins?

On this episode of the Palace of Pistons Podcast, Aaron Johnson and Jasper Apollonia break down Detroit’s upcoming schedule and what lies ahead as the roster gets healthy. The guys discuss the returns of Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren, and Tobias Harris, and debate whether a starting lineup change is necessary now that everyone is back in the fold. They also dive into Detroit’s projected win total of 55.5 games and give their picks on whether the Pistons will go over or under the line. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The Pessimistic Goats of podcasting

08/11/2023

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Cade played with team USA dominating the senior team, literally dissecting them like usual and we find away to talk about that for 10 minutes…. Now back to our “realistic doom and gloom program.” You guys are great at what you do and you embody a good portion of Detroit sports fans. Can’t be disappointed if you expect nothing.
Poor podcast

12/29/2023

Mike D from Detroit

These guys seem like they have good intentions but they aren’t very knowledgeable about basketball.
Great podcast “BUT”

09/30/2022

Ctggp

Recommending Jaden Ivey goes to a ICP wrestling show is one way to make sure Ivey leaves the Pistons. Keep ICP away from Ivey at all cost
Subject expert

01/20/2023

BigGrandpaJ

How do you put a podcast out about the pistons and admittedly not watch the game? The key to being a successful podcaster is being a somewhat expert in your chosen subject. You guys are not that, so your generalized insight offers no real reason for listeners to tune in.