On episode 61 of the Motor City Hoops Podcast I am joined by Rod Beard, Detroit Pistons beat writer for The Detroit News. We start off the episode talking about the Pistons offensive issues and what Rod believes to be the overwhelming issue. We then get into the morale around this young team that is off to such a tough 1-8 start. I then get Rod’s thoughts on the Cade and Killian backcourt and the advantages of the Pistons having a G League team right down the street.  During Around the NBA we introduce our new segment called “Sheed or Sham” where I present an individual or team stat to Rod and he has to decide whether it is “Sheed” (true, Ball Don’t Lie) or “Sham” (false). New York Knicks 3-point shooting, Houston Rockets turnovers, Tyus Jones assist to turnover ratio and MORE are all featured in this week's segment.  Be on the lookout over the next 7 games as I will be doing the Instant Recap and Reactions episodes for almost all of those!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices