CAUTION: Detroit Pistons’ Narrow WIN in Denver REVEALS Deep Shooting Concerns for Playoffs

CAUTION: Detroit Pistons’ Narrow WIN in Denver REVEALS Deep Shooting Concerns for Playoffs

34:49 Jan 28, 2026
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Detroit Pistons squeak past a Nikola Jokic-less Denver Nuggets, but warning signs loom large for their playoff hopes. Can Cade Cunningham’s steady leadership and Tobias Harris’ clutch scoring offset glaring issues with three-point shooting and late-game decision-making?Ku Khahil delivers a candid analysis of the Pistons’ 109-107 win, spotlighting Harris’ fourth-quarter heroics and Cunningham’s error-free play. Key concerns include Detroit’s dismal 19% shooting from deep, reliance on Duncan Robinson and Harris for offense, and questionable choices by J.B. Bickerstaff—most notably, benching defensive standout Ausar Thompson during crunch time. Upcoming matchups against the Phoenix Suns and Golden State Warriors (with potential injury advantages) create a window for momentum, but can the Pistons correct old habits before the playoffs? Don’t miss Ku Khahil’s breakdown of what must change for Detroit’s postseason run to stay alive.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/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today.  Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDONGametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $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 (C
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