RED FLAG: Detroit Pistons STRUGGLE Against Cleveland Cavaliers WITHOUT Donovan Mitchell! episode artwork

EPISODE · Mar 4, 2026 · 36 MIN

RED FLAG: Detroit Pistons STRUGGLE Against Cleveland Cavaliers WITHOUT Donovan Mitchell!

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Detroit Pistons stumble against the Cleveland Cavaliers as Cade Cunningham turns in his worst game of the season. Can the Pistons fix their matchup woes before the playoffs? Ku Khahil breaks down Detroit’s concerning struggles with perimeter defense, Jalen Duren’s pressing need to improve as a passer, and how the Cavs’ multidimensional attack led by Harden, Dennis Schroder, and Evan Mobley exposes key Pistons weaknesses. The discussion spotlights Ausar Thompson’s electrifying two-way play, Tobias Harris’s offensive resurgence, and why the Cavs may be the Pistons’ least favorable opponent in the East. Analysis covers shooting, rotations, and defensive lapses, and questions whether a more intentional role for Ausar could be the catalyst Detroit needs. Are the Pistons prepared for a deep playoff run, or do these vulnerabilities signal trouble ahead? Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist.  Sign up and get 10% off at http://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.    5-Hour ENERGY Have your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at 5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel FanDuel is giving you a way to turn that energy into even bigger potential wins with a College Basketball Parlay Profit Boost.Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Detroit Pistons stumble against the Cleveland Cavaliers as Cade Cunningham turns in his worst game of the season. Can the Pistons fix their matchup woes before the playoffs? Ku Khahil breaks down Detroit’s concerning struggles with perimeter defense, Jalen Duren’s pressing need to improve as a passer, and how the Cavs’ multidimensional attack led by Harden, Dennis Schroder, and Evan Mobley exposes key Pistons weaknesses. The discussion spotlights Ausar Thompson’s electrifying two-way play, Tobias Harris’s offensive resurgence, and why the Cavs may be the Pistons’ least favorable opponent in the East. Analysis covers shooting, rotations, and defensive lapses, and questions whether a more intentional role for Ausar could be the catalyst Detroit needs. Are the Pistons prepared for a deep playoff run, or do these vulnerabilities signal trouble ahead?

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