Locked On Pistons - Daily Podcast On The Detroit Pistons

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Locked On Pistons podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Detroit Pistons and the NBA. Host Ku Khahil of Detroit Bad Boys and Ku’s Ball Room on YouTube provides your daily Pistons fix with fans perspective as well as expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Pistons franchise. Locked On Pistons takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Pistons locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Pistons podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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    May 15, 2025 – 00:31:37
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    Apr 30, 2025 – 00:32:36
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Recent Reviews
  • jysf7
    Go pistons
    Ku is fantastic podcast host, and locked on pistons is great 🏀 slam dunk 🏀
  • Gibsongb
    Love Locked On Pistons
    Ku is the most dedicated, down to earth Pistons fan. He brings great insights and energy to the discussion. The show has some great guest appearances, and is my favorite way to process the latest win/loss.
  • Daddy Jenk
    Great show
    I enjoy hearing talk about the pistons since I moved from Michigan and the show gives me a lot of info about my favorite team.
  • cade_cunningham_worshiper
    5 stars
    Love the show. I disagree with Ku’s takes some of the time but they feel authentic and i can tell he puts a lot of analysis into the games. Also love that Ku is getting biggest guests like Sam Vecinie.
  • Sal take it eazzz
    Podcast is mid, Ku poor twitter follow.
    Don’t retweet anti Christian propaganda.
  • Forgetful Pistons
    Good…could be better
    Been listening for about a year. Glad there is something to listen to about the Pistons….no matter how horrible they are. The host is good most of the time, but there is a tendency take questions that could be 15 words and make them 150…especially when he has a guest. It’s like he gets nervous. By the time he finishes a question, I have kind forgot what the topic was. Think of your questions a head of time and slow down.
  • Illestraga
    I admire your passion…
    Please don’t stress yourself out. The season is lost. We’re the worst team of all time. Does it really make sense to make a desperate move now to win a few games? Trade away unrealized potential to win a few…13- 69 maybe? The logical thing to do is ride it out. I’ve been around since the Bad Boys, I was there when Isaiah tore his achilles in his last game, Grant Hill first points (a lob from Joe Dumars off the opening tip), the going to work Pistons and drafting Darko. I’m here now. Ride or die. (0- 16) Lions too. This is what “Detroit vs Everybody” means. It’s not just when the time are good, not just when we’re winning. When you’re the laughing stock of the league, when the whole world is against, when the mayor gets indicted, when the city files for bankruptcy. You stand a fight, against all odds. If it were up to you, what would you do? (Aside from firing everyone)
  • Telepod Jr
    25
    25
  • Martin Naz
    A must
    This is quickly becoming my fav pod. Ku calls it like it is and he is knowledgeable about the team and the sport. I’m a huge fan.
  • Rick smith 313
    Thank you
    Every morning at work, this is a staple with my coffee! I kept searching Monday but completely understand! I hope you and your wife feel batter soon
  • KevinLJ
    Excuses
    This podcast constantly makes excuses for the Pistons. Like most Pistons podcasts they are part of a sick cult that worships lousy Pistons GM Troy Weaver
  • LA Pistons fan
    HK
    Ku, I just listened a show where you were talking about Isaiah Livers’ injury. I’ve got to say you were slurring your words, as though you were drunk. Bad news, my friend.
  • Jjjjaref
    Pushes own agenda
    It’s fine but gets annoying
  • iPhone player 11222
    Content Consitency
    Ku you put in work. Love the different angles you take and your willingness to work with others in the industry to give different takes. You’re able to voice opinions out as well as listen to others. You stay up on the latest piston news and have a knack for understanding basketball in general. You’ve grown a lot since the first podcast. Keep it up!
  • bigkev58
    Die hard Pistons fan
    I love the fact that you trust your own eyes and you are not swayed by group think. The past two years I did not initially agree with your choices in the Locked on Mocks, I thought you were just trying to be different, especially after this year’s pick. But you were ahead of the game with your Ausar pick this year, I think you deserve credit for your good work. I think Shaedon’s play justified your pick from last year as well.
  • jsjdbrcrhdbfvdnsjbf
    Ok pod
    Dudes full of himself but it’s not a terrible listen.
  • Keshawn Ksmoov
    Love the passion.
    I’m 27 and been a piston fan since I was 7. And it feels good to hear somebody talk about the pistons from a place of love but also fairness. Seems like you know a good amount about basketball and you have a firm grasp on this current team, while also knowing the history. I look forward to hearing the pod every morning. Your doing a great job 💯💯💯 Only complaint is … you need to give up on Killian, the man’s trash. And you give too much love to a back up PG we can get at any time. 😂 folks needs to go
  • BigGrandpaJ
    A great podcast!!
    It’s refreshing to get a neutral, unbiased Detroit Pistons podcast. I don’t always agree with Ku’s opinions but I can count on them to be his honest opinion that is not affected by any connections to the Pistons organization. It gives fans a refreshing, honest take on the Piston’s rebuild, their coaching, and player performance.
  • wheelsmccormick
    Hey guys
    Check out the trailer for Nefarious Steve Deace’s new movie @ whoisnefarious.com
  • Phil Ramone
    Honestly one of the best basketball pods
    Insightful and inspiring pod from a guy who really cares about the Pistons throughout an era of struggle, tanking, and constant reevaluation. A pistons lifer — the host offers up an honest and heartfelt assessment of the team, but often also brings the fans words of encouragement and messages of solidarity.
  • ThatSneakerHead
    Decent
    The host is kinda mid but it’s cool to hear different opinions, clear bias against/for players and he makes it kinda obvious he only watches Piston games so it hurts when he talks about new players coming in. If I remember correctly his scouting during the offseason was horrendous but maybe scouting not’s for him.
  • MAJ0RMOTION
    Never been disappointed
    Great listen every time. It’s just nice to have someone be so passionate about a team that’s hard to get excited about right now.
  • Miiikkey
    Love this guy
    Great dude, lots of knowledge, good social vibez
  • Lemmie Lone
    KU is that guy
    Ku is a Piston fan first and foremost, but he’s so a realist, which is very refreshing. Love the pod
  • Derek from Baltimore
    Informative Content & Great Devotion
    I LOVE the podcast. Ku not only brings consistent and informative content, he also delivers great devotion to his craft. He clearly loves this team and he keeps them accountable. I appreciate his detailed and granular analysis of the players, the team, and coaching strategies. Keep up the great work Ku!!
  • crisfantom
    Yikes
    I remember hearing him rant on one of his earlier episodes of this pod about some tweets he didn’t like about him. And he spent the time bragging about himself and reminding all of us how he’s “kind of a big deal”. Couldn’t listen again since. Look bro.. when you aren’t that interesting, not that original with your takes, and have an unfortunate speech impediment.. that’s gods cue for you to be humble. The previous host, Matt was fun knowledgeable and didn’t take himself too seriously. This is about the Pistons, not you.. Do better Ku.
  • kanematthewscott
    Oof
    What’s bleaker than watching your team tank for the third straight season? Listening to their daily podcast where the host can’t even enjoy a rare win without spoiling it with the misery of a long-suffering Detroit sports fan. The takes here are consistently arrogant and repetitive, and the attitude every single day is just plain miserable. It’s not his job to bring sunshine to a struggling team’s fanbase, but Ku might want to ask himself what reason frustrated fans should have to tune in to his sour, self-aggrandizing commentary on a daily basis. I tried. I’m out.
  • Weegans
    Locked on
    Best Pistons Pod and information you can get. Always entertaining and insightful and keeps fans involved.
  • mrp3000
    Ugggh
    I really want to listen. But every time I do. I get frustrated with the hosts repetition of sentences, poor grammar and overall tripping over himself
  • PublicE3
    Did Locked on make you do that?
    Man, why did you make us listen to what every other LockedOn Podcast pick would be for their team? Don’t care about the Pacers,Cavs, Kings etc. Only cared about your opinion. Keep up the good work though.
  • GYarb32
    Piston Podcast
    A for effort and has a passion for the Pistons. Can tell he doesn’t know much about basketball. I tried 2 episodes. 1) Miles Bridges - he must have forgot the topic was on this because he only talked about Bridges in the first 5 minutes then the last 2 segments were on something totally different. Should probably have an outline or script before the show to stay on point and not ramble about nothing. No info on how he actually would fit in offensively or defensively with the Pistons if he were to sign. 2) Paolo Banchero Eval episode - he and his guest rambled and offered no real substance and was generic. “If he gets with a good coach he may play harder” Effort is not an issue with Banchero and he did play for Coach K. He won’t play for a better coach the rest of his career. These were tough to listen to.
  • astrosight
    Some promise
    The podcast can be fun, though he may ramble and talk about himself too much. Also the previous host was more punctual on the podcasts being up, Ku tends to miss days or put them up late a lot
  • Yoda Nasrudiyn
    Good Energy
    Maybe try to bring Hal on more. He’s not sfraid. Everybody on most pods seems to be way to PC. Groupthink on ole stiff unadjustable Casey is abominable.
  • @b_lonng
    Youngster
    Been listening to his podcast a few days now, you can feel how passionate and detailed he is in his work. Keeps me up to date daily about the pistons, all the insight you need ku has it. Good to hear a new voice and different perspectives. Keep it up & keep us involved.
  • MichiganDavid
    New host
    Can we get a real host? I like Ku as a person but he is not the right fit for this position. I listen to the motor city hoops podcast instead of this one now because of Ku. I understand he is new but he hasn’t improved enough in my opinion to still be on the locked on network.
  • MeattrayNate
    Insightful and entertaining
    It's a good listen and a great way to keep up on Detroit Basketball!
  • criv3311
    Mailbag 9-10
    Great mailbox and in dept analysis of the pistons as always. I really enjoy your podcast and you continue to get better and better Ku
  • Mike D from Detroit
    Great and well thought out Piston information
    The host does a great job of keeping the show timely and interesting. If you are interested in Detroit Piston’s insight, this is the podcast you should be listening to.
  • bluecollarchef17
    Bad Ku-laid
    Used to be awesome. And now.... Young and lame Ku now talks garbage hip hop and constantly rambles. And then the incessant commercials. See ya. Simply the worst podcast and host I’ve listened to. A shame.
  • Deaner50
    New Listener
    Awesome!!! Knowledgeable. Insightful. Love this show.
  • Alex_Luna35
    love
    great guy
  • DetroitUp
    Keep doing your thing Ku
    Ku loves the Pistons and works his butt off to bring quality Pistons content for the listeners every single day of the week! Big time podcast w/a big time host!!
  • goldenstrut
    Enunciation
    I want to listen to the show so bad but the host’s dialect/enunciation is unbearable to listen to. I apologize if it is because of a underlying condition. Are you a deaf person? Did you lose the tip of your tongue in a horrible weed whipping accident?
  • PatWilliams94
    5/5
    Phenomenal content and host, just skip through the ads lol
  • BFish55
    Great Listen!
    I am one of the few who listen to the podcast not in metro Detroit. I moved from Detroit to Virginia years ago but still love my Pistons and frequently travel back to visit family and go to games. Ku’s podcast makes me feel like I’m still in Detroit, anticipating the next game with friends. Keep up the great work Ku!
  • adilla12
    Ku brings it
    Such passion and commitment. You’re doing great man thanks for the content!
  • donniebottles
    So so
    You can tell ku got gifted this pod and it was a little to soon. Was hoping for a more professional tone. He could get better but right now I’m not feeling it.
  • EBa$hi
    Love Ku’s Energy
    I’m one of those people that already knows so much about the Pistons that it’s hard for me to listen to other people talk because often I already know everything they’re going to say. That’s not the case with Ku on this podcast. His energy and passion talking about this team makes it such an interesting and fun podcast to listen to and he’s only getting better as time goes on.
  • Lord Santechnik
    Pistons host 🏀
    New host Ku works his tail off talking about the Pistons all the pod time and more. I knew him before for appearances in other pods, he is good at rants, can rap for 30 min on a Pistons topic without a pause. Starting with this new host, the amount of ads lessened, by the way too. Farewell to the previous host. First of all, Matt never gets aggressive. 😌 I listen to the podcast for 3 years. I appreciate the way you filled NBA gaps the summer of 2018. Keep your gentle voice tone on! Thank you for 500! :)
  • ejb45
    Keep bringing it Ku
    Ku is already getting better as the new host of the show. The recent episode breaking down Killian Hayes compared to Lonzo Ball was very informative. Would love to hear similar comparisons with other young pistons and players around the league they are similar too.
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