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October 21, 2025 | Articles Philanthropy The Pistons

DETROIT – In 2017, the median sale price for Detroit homes was $30,000.   Today, it is around $82,000, according to Zillow.   When Tobias Harris signed with the Detroit Pistons before last season, his second stint with the franchise, he realized efforts to make housing a little more affordable would be one way to
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October 21, 2025 | Articles Philanthropy The Pistons

DETROIT – For years, the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy has worked tirelessly to help bring a riverfront park to the city of Detroit. It was an emotional moment for Donna Lindsey-Law, who has volunteered for the non-profit for more than a decade, when earlier this month she joined colleagues, community members and the Detroit Pistons for the
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August 27, 2025 | Articles Homepage News Philanthropy

FLINT, Mich. — Earlier this summer, Lloyd Turner happily watched his grandson, Ace, adorned in his red Jackson Park Youth jersey, take swings at a T-ball set on a sunny day surrounded by other youngsters.   Turner, who played in high school and collegiately, said watching his grandson play is heartwarming.    “He’s in his second year
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August 4, 2025 | Articles Homepage News The Pistons The WNBA

The occasion called for enthusiasm and Arn Tellem didn’t disappoint. After WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced that Detroit – along with Cleveland and Philadelphia – is being granted a franchise in what would mark a triumphant return for one of the league’s most successful franchises, Tellem walked to the podium to add a little more
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August 4, 2025 | Articles Homepage News Philanthropy

WARREN, Mich. – Layla Unger, a Warren Woods Tower senior, recently listened attentively as Coach Dante Sarmiento gave advice on college basketball recruitment and professionalism at the high school located roughly 25 minutes east of Detroit.  Unger was one of the 10 girls who participated in the first high school upperclassmen basketball camp sponsored by
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July 28, 2025 | Articles News Philanthropy The Pistons

LAS VEGAS – In a pair of recent speaking engagements, Detroit Pistons President of Business Operations Melanie Harris highlighted the vision of team owner Tom Gores, crediting his leadership for not only fueling the franchise’s dramatic turnaround on the court, but also for using the organization as a platform to drive change in Detroit.From the
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May 28, 2025 | Articles Homepage News Philanthropy

DETROIT – There was a surprise announcement before the start of the recent Jalen Rose Leadership Academy golfing fundraiser. With JRLA co-founder Jalen Rose, Detroit Pistons and Platinum Equity representatives standing nearby at the Detroit Golf Club, Henry Ford Health VP Jerry Darby announced the healthcare system would donate a now-closed hospital to allow the
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May 15, 2025 | Articles Homepage News The Pistons

DETROIT – Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is pondering steps that could see him land with another title contender. Jayson Tatum’s devastating Achilles injury suffered during the Boston Celtics’ playoff loss to the New York Knicks could have far-reaching repercussions next season and beyond. The Detroit Pistons, who earned the Eastern Conference sixth seed this
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April 14, 2025 | Articles Chairman's Q&A Homepage News The Pistons

Platinum Equity CEO and Detroit Pistons Governor Tom Gores addressed the media at halftime of the Pistons’ recent loss to the Milwaukee Bucks at Little Caesars Arena in the home finale. Although the Pistons are headed to the playoffs with a 44-38 record, it was a time for him to reflect on the journey he
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April 7, 2025 | Homepage News The Pistons

LOS ANGELES — The Detroit Pistons are one of the top feelgood stories of the season. The Pistons’ turnaround from being one of the worst teams in league history to being in firm control of a playoff spot has garnered praise from national voice. First-year Coach J.B. Bickerstaff’s player development, sideline acumen and passioned advocacy
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