Is there a new nickname brewing for the Detroit Pistons? Or has it been hiding in plain sight for decades? Social media has been buzzing with a debate that's less about jump shots and more about what to call the team itself: The Stones.

It all started with Evan Fox, a video producer for ESPN's "The Pat McAfee Show" and a die-hard Detroit sports fan. Fox has been insisting on air that Pistons fans "really call them the Stones." He brought it up again on a May 7 broadcast featuring NBA stars Tyrese Haliburton and Quentin Richardson—neither of whom seemed to recognize the nickname. The clip quickly went viral, sparking a firestorm of opinions across X (formerly Twitter).

So, is "The Stones" a real thing? The answer isn't so simple. Some longtime Pistons fans swear they've been using the nickname for over 20 years, especially among college crowds. Our own Pistons insider, Omari Sankofa II, weighed in, noting that while it's "not super common," it has "been a thing for a long time." Others, including former Free Press sportswriter Jemele Hill, have chimed in with surprise, saying they've never heard it before.

This isn't just a random internet squabble—it's a fun peek into the culture of Pistons fandom. Whether you call them the Pistons, the Bad Boys, or the Stones, one thing is clear: Detroit's basketball identity runs deep. And if you're looking to rep that Motor City pride, whether it's with a classic Pistons jersey or a fresh "Stones" tee, we've got you covered.

What do you think? Are you team "Stones" or sticking with the classic? Let the debate continue.