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The Pistons Pulse

Omari Sankofa II, Bryce Simon

Booking Overview

This is a Detroit Pistons and NBA analysis show hosted by a beat writer and basketball analyst, with occasional external guests who are established basketball journalists or sports columnists. PR agencies could credibly pitch NBA reporters, team-focused analysts, and other knowledgeable basketball media professionals with timely Pistons or league insights; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 256

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 222.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

avmedia@gannett.com

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Host

Omari Sankofa II - Detroit Pistons beat writer for the Detroit Free Press and a Detroit native.

Bryce Simon - Former Division I basketball player, current high school coach of 12 years, and basketball analyst with Motor City Hoops.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established NBA journalists, sports columnists, and basketball analysts with authoritative knowledge of the Detroit Pistons or the broader NBA.
Required Achievements:  
Senior roles at major sports media organizations, Regular coverage or analysis of the NBA and Detroit Pistons, Recognized expertise in basketball reporting, team evaluation, or league analysis

Recent Guest Discussions

Vincent Goodwill - Jalen Duren’s Contract Negotiations, The Pistons’ Recent Success, Changes Heading Into The Upcoming Season, And Ausar Thompson’s Contract.

Shawn Windsor - Jalen Duren’s Contract Situation And The Detroit Pistons’ Position In The Eastern Conference.

Recent Topics

Sports, Basketball, Detroit Pistons, NBA, Basketball Analysis

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Pistons Pulse
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Is Ausar Thompson poised to take the next step on offense for Detroit Pistons?

October 07, 2026

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 Bryc...

What to know about Jalen Duren's new contract with Detroit Pistons

October 02, 2026

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!

ESPN’S Vincent Goodwill talks Jalen Duren’s contract and Detroit Pistons’ upcoming season

September 22, 2026

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!

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
The Pistons Pulse
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How do I get in touch with The Pistons Pulse?

The Pistons Pulse is hosted by Omari Sankofa II and Bryce Simon. Its publicly listed email is avmedia@gannett.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Pistons Pulse?

The publicly listed email for The Pistons Pulse: avmedia@gannett.com.

How many listeners does The Pistons Pulse have?

Podseeker estimates The Pistons Pulse reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Pistons Pulse?

The Pistons Pulse typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established NBA journalists, sports columnists, and basketball analysts with authoritative knowledge of the Detroit Pistons or the broader NBA. Common among recent guests: Senior roles at major sports media organizations; Regular coverage or analysis of the NBA and Detroit Pistons; Recognized expertise in basketball reporting, team evaluation, or league analysis. Recent guests include Vincent Goodwill and Shawn Windsor.

How hard is it to get booked on The Pistons Pulse?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Pistons Pulse cover?

Recent episodes cover Sports, Basketball, Detroit Pistons, NBA, and Basketball Analysis. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

avmedia@gannett.com

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