TAKEOVER: Pistons vs Knicks Showdown—Will Cade Cunningham and Detroit DEFEND Their Top Spot?

Detroit Pistons fight to hold onto the top spot in the East as Cade Cunningham powers their unprecedented turnaround. Can the Knicks, fueled by Jalen Brunson and a star-studded lineup, close the gap and claim the number one seed? Unexpected lineup decisions, key injuries, and defensive showdowns set the stage for a fierce rivalry, while the Celtics linger as a surprise contender.Hosted by Ku Khahil alongside special guest James Edwards—now Knicks beat writer—the discussion covers player absences, strategic questions around AIsar Thompson, Isaiah Stewart, and Paul Reed, and the inner workings of both teams’ defensive identities. Inside insights reveal Knicks’ defensive woes, Pistons’ culture shift, and the trade deadline’s looming drama: which team will boost its roster for a deep playoff run? Get expert analysis on the Pistons’ playoff potential, the Knicks’ ceiling, and the race for Eastern Conference supremacy.Everydayer Club  If 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/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDONBetterhelpBetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist.Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/NBA. QuoMake this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away.Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go tohttps://Quo.com/lockedonnba.Quo — no missed calls, no missed customers. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. 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.