Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren, Jaden Ivey, Ausar Thompson—the talent is there, but the roster still feels incomplete. We've got two great young centers in Duren and Isaiah Stewart, but does their presence completely negate the need for more frontcourt depth or a different kind of big?

On the other hand, the guard rotation has promising pieces, but with questions around shooting consistency and true secondary playmaking, is that where they need to spend their chips?

In this video, I break down the case for the guard and for the big man. Along with giving my final verdict that I think General Manager, Trajan Langdon, needs to target first to get this team to the next level.

Let me know in the comments below! Guard or Big Man? What's the Pistons' most pressing need?

The ink is dry on Aidan Hutchinson's record-breaking extension with the Detroit Lions: four years, $180 million, with a non-QB record of $141 million guaranteed!

Host RJ dives into the biggest contract news in the NFL. Hutchinson has been a defensive powerhouse, leading the league in pressures and forcing fumbles, and is a cornerstone of the Lions' resurgence. But at $45 million per year, is this the kind of deal that cripples a cap-sheet or is it a savvy move to lock down a homegrown superstar and Defensive Player of the Year candidate?

RJ gives his final verdict on whether the Lions made a brilliant franchise-defining move or if this contract will be an albatross down the line.

Drop your thoughts in the comments below! 👇

• Did Aidan Hutchinson deserve to be one of the highest-paid non-QBs in NFL history?

• What does this deal mean for the Lions' Super Bowl window?

World Champion boxer, Tony Harrison makes a special guest appearance. During the episode he talks about his beginnings in boxing, being champ, being a trainer, and his current status with the sport of boxing. Super Bad Boxing Gym: 8701 Puritan Detroit mi 48238Superbad Academy (@superbadacademy) • Instagram photos and videos482 Vibes: 17150 W. McNichols Detroit, MI 48235482 Hookah Lounge & Store (@482hookah) • Instagram photos and videosTony Harrison: 482 Hookah Lounge & Store (@482hookah) • Instagram photos and videosMondez instagram: 482 Hookah Lounge & Store (@482hookah) • Instagram photos and videosFor more on RJ and the podcast go to https://buffedupsports.com/ Chapter Markers:00:31 - Tony Harrison’s introduction01:44 - What got Tony into boxing?02:44 - Being trained by Emanuel Steward05:29 - The feeling of becoming a world champion and how real the beef is with Jermell Charlo13:13 - Training Alycia Baumgardner as she became an undisputed champion and where their relationship stands today25:20 - Bouncing back from tough losses in and out of the ring30:24 - HUGE announcement on in-ring career33:10 - Gene Butman Ad33:49 - Thoughts on the current state of Detroit sports46:18 - Game of Rapid Fire

RJ breaks down his thoughts on the recent heartbreaking loss the Lions suffered at the hands of the Commanders. RJ also talks about why he has every right to feel the way he does about the Pistons. Plus he talks WNBA offseason drama, the hottest topics in boxing, and Tigers money issues.

For more on RJ and the podcast go to https://buffedupsports.com/

For more on RJ and the podcast go to https://buffedupsports.com/

Music Credits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGmnq1k2t7g

Chapter Markers

02:50 - Why are the Red Wings so streaky?

03:40 - Concerns with Tigers lack of spending money?

07:11 - WNBA Offseason Drama

13:00 Boxing - Inoue’s dominance continues, boxers fighting retirement, Shields upcoming bout

22:26 - Explaining my relationship with the Pistons

30:23: Gene Butman Car Salesman

31:02 - What should the Lions do with Goff and is the Window closed?

During this episode, RJ recaps the 2024 year for Detroit Sports, boxing, and the wnba as he gives away numerous awards. Then he goes on to give his new year resolutions for the 2025 year.

For more on RJ and the podcast go to https://buffedupsports.com/

Music Credits:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TsRokwuhBY&list=PLxtj0Fzm7DkhQlXlBXVot_xbqjdcn8N_k&index=238

Chapter Markers

03:15 - Rookie of the Year

04:17 - Boxer of the Year

04:59 - WNBA Player of the Year

05:43 - WWE Moment of the Year

07:05 - Episode of the Year

09:40 - Lifetime Achievement Award

14:00 - Bummer of the Year

19:20 - Game of the Year

21:35 Fight of the Year

23:05 Team with the Best Fans

28:17 - Gene Butman Ford Promo

28:56 - Apology of the Year

29:18 - GM of the Year

29:42 - Coach of the Year

31:04 Detroit Sports Player of the Year

31:45 - Detroit Sports Team of the Year

31:55 - Moment of the Year

33:27 New Years Resolutions

During this episode, RJ aka LL Cool RJ shows off his new hat courtesy of the Detroit Lions. With the new hat on, RJ talks about how he is happy that the Lions is winning, but concerned about their injuries. He also talks about he is happy the WNBA is expanding, but concerned about Detroit getting a team. Plus, there is discussion about concerns regarding the Red Wings and Pistons performance along with Tarik Skull’s extension.

For more on RJ and the podcast go to https://buffedupsports.com/

Music Credits:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMiagUhGfj0&list=PLxtj0Fzm7DkhQlXlBXVot_xbqjdcn8N_k&index=265

Chapter Markers

1:17 - Birth of LL Cool RJ

2:20 - Latest in Boxing Including Fury VS Usyk Prediction

5:29 - WNBA Offseason Drama, Expansion, And Schedule Release

12:28 - Do I Give Up On The Red Wings?

13:48 - The Tigers Need To Pay Tarik Skubal

15:12 - Cade Cunningham Carrying The Pistons

18:57 - Gene Butman Ford Car Salesman

19:37 - The Lions Are In The Playoffs, But Concerns Are There

During this episode, RJ talks about how Detroit sports is home to the many things in sports right now including the Lions who have the best team in the NFL and the Detroit Tigers who have the best pitcher as Tarik Skubal won the Cy Young Award. Also, RJ talks about how the Pistons have improved from last year and gives a recap on boxing’s most watched fight this year. For more on RJ and the podcast go to https://buffedupsports.com/ Music Credits: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSufY_pVSXY&list=PLxtj0Fzm7DkhQlXlBXVot_xbqjdcn8N_k&index=26 Chapter Markers 02:15 - Recap on Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight 07:15 - WNBA Offseason Chatter 08:19 - What is Wrong With the Red Wings? 09:19 - Hinch Snubbed as Manager of the Year, Skull Cy Young Winner 10:47 - End the Pistons Season… 16:48 - Gene Butman Ad 17:17 - The Lions are the Best Team in Football

During this episode, RJ talks about the madness of October when it comes to sports. The one month where every sport is being played as the Pistons and Red Wings are starting preseason, the Lions are in the middle of the regular season, the WNBA and Tigers are in the playoffs, and boxing is having championship bouts.

For more on RJ and the podcast go to https://buffedupsports.com/

Music Credits:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbtDAFjya7Y&list=PLxtj0Fzm7DkhQlXlBXVot_xbqjdcn8N_k&index=44

Chapter Markers

02:00 - Pistons Gearing Up For Preseason

02:45 - Red Wings Season Wish

03:22 - Baumgardner Back in the Ring and Beterbiev vs Bivol Prediction

07:17 - Car Ad

08:00 - WNBA Awards Recap and Playoff Predictions

14:40 - Lions Revenge Tour

19:50 - How About Them ‘Gritty Tigers’