Valenti began this short show following a Tigers win explaining why he's doubling down on the Pistons beating the Magic in the first round. The guys all chimed in on whether they are willing to join him in his belief and eventually got the people in on the conversation, whom they spoke to for the majority of the rest of the show.
Mike Offers Some More Reasons Why He Thinks The Pistons Will Beat The Magic
04/30/2026 | 10 mins.
The guys continue their ongoing Pistons conversation with Valenti going through why the Pistons will complete the comeback against the Magic.
Kentucky Derby Trivia Part 2 | 4-30-26
04/30/2026 | 12 mins.
The guys do another segment of Kentucky Derby trivia.
The People Offer Their Thoughts On The Pistons Potentially Coming Back To Beat Magic
04/30/2026 | 7 mins.
Valenti and Rico hear from the people on the Pistons conversation.
Is Anyone Joining The Pistons Support Table With Valenti?
04/30/2026 | 11 mins.
The guys continue their discussion about whether the Pistons have it in them to come back and win their series with the Magic.
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