# Why the Pistons are Detroit's only guaranteed playoff team

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Podcast: [The Valenti Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-valenti-show-1025027)
Published: 2026-07-03T16:02:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 592

## Resource

Rico and the crew debate which Detroit sports franchise is primed for the most success, heavily questioning an optimistic 13-win forecast for the Lions' upcoming season. They also break down why the Pistons might be the city's only postseason guarantee and react to Bryce Underwood's highly criticized spring game performance.

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