New episode! Ray Scott likes the Pistons' chances, the Jerks eviscerate the Lions

It's time to launch another NBA season and unlike last year at this time, Knee Jerks friend Ray Scott is high on the team.

A year ago, the former Pistons player and coach expressed grave concerns about the makeup of new coach (and President) Stan Van Gundy's odd roster, which was in transition from the previous regime. And coach's concerns were justified, as the team got off to a 5-23 start.

But Josh Smith was released and the Pistons went 27-27 the rest of the way.

This year, the Piston jumped out of the gate 3-0 and coach likes what he sees.

"I'll be disappointed if this team doesn't make the playoffs," coach says in his visit with us.

We asked him if anything about the team concerns him. His answer will probably surprise you.

After the warm and fuzzy Pistons talk, the Jerks lay into the sad sack Lions, discussing what needs to be done to change course. But...will the owner follow suit?

Of course, there's "Jerk of the Week" and "Whose Birthday Is It?" At stake: a case of Stroh's "Bohemian Style" beer!

You can listen to the episode HERE.

This week's episode: great chat with Ray Scott!!

In case you missed it, the Jerks had yet another spirited, informative discussion about the Pistons with former coach and player Ray Scott on Monday. But never fear; the beauty of podcasts is that you never really miss anything.

So here's the link to the episode with Coach Scott.

Eno and Big Al covered a lot with Coach---Andre Drummond/Greg Monroe; the importance of a full training camp this year; the roles of veterans like Tayshaun Prince, Rodney Stuckey and Jason Maxiell; the development of Brandon Knight; and much more.

After Coach, the Jerks talked Tigers and their disappointing World Series performance, and a little bit of hockey.

Of course, there was "Whose Birthday Is It?" and "Jerk of the Week."

Enjoy!!!

Former Pistons Coach Ray Scott: Monroe Similar to Lanier

Former Pistons player and coach Ray Scott, a friend of TKJ who's been on the show many times (and who will join us for our three-year anniversary show on May 21) had some interesting words about current Pistons big man Greg Monroe, spoken last week at a fundraiser for Monroe's charity foundation.

Read what Coach had to say HERE.