News

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
Read More »

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
Read More »

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
Read More »

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
Read More »

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
Read More »

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
Read More »

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
Read More »

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
Read More »

February 24, 2025 | Articles Homepage News The Pistons

DETROIT – The stars of TNT’s Inside the NBA program might as well have been speaking for the Detroit Pistons fan base. Last month, when Kenny Smith announced Pistons star Cade Cunningham was named to this weekend’s NBA All-Star Game – a first for the No. 1 overall pick of the 2021 NBA Draft –
Read More »

February 24, 2025 | Articles Flint Now Homepage News

Flint, Mich. – The FlintNOW Fund of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint is announcing its first round of grant funding, totaling $1.595 million to support essential programs in the Flint community. A second round of grant funding is planned for 2025, furthering the Fund’s commitment to creating lasting impact and addressing Flint’s evolving needs. 
Read More »

February 6, 2025 | Articles Homepage News The Pistons

DETROIT — Call it a fortunate coincidence. On the evening following Pistons Owner Tom Gores and a star-studded group of investors submitting a bid to bring the WNBA back to Detroit, a key voice in the decision-making process dropped by for a previously scheduled visit. NBA commissioner Adam Silver attended the Pistons’ recent 117-102 victory
Read More »

January 31, 2025 | Articles Homepage News The Pistons

DETROIT  – On behalf of an exceptional ownership group, an expansive coalition of civic and business leaders and an excited fan base that embraced the WNBA for many years, Pistons Owner Tom Gores submitted on Thursday a formal bid to bring the league back to Detroit. “This is an exciting opportunity to welcome the WNBA
Read More »