June 12, 2023 |
Articles The Pistons
Detroit Pistons, Tom Gores land right coach, Monty Williams, at right time for a dynamic new era; ‘this is a huge win for us’
If an algorithm existed that would spit out the ideal head coach for every NBA team’s situation, the Pistons search for Dwane Casey’s successor could not have hoped for a better outcome than what they’ve landed on: Monty Williams. Williams is exactly the right combination of teacher, temperament, visionary, tactician and philosopher that a roster
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June 12, 2023 |
Articles The Pistons
Detroit Pistons, Tom Gores announce hiring of new head coach Monty Williams, who will nurture ‘culture of growth, development and inspiration’
DETROIT – The Detroit Pistons recently announced an agreement with Monty Williams to join the organization as head coach. Williams has already initiated the transition and begun scheduling player meetings and staff development. “I couldn’t be more proud to have Monty joining us at this important time to lead us into the next decade of
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April 27, 2023 |
Flint Now Philanthropy The Pistons
How Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores provides the full game-night experience to Flint kids through ‘Be Impactful’ program
Laughing children played games and dribbled basketballs recently on the YMCA of Greater Flint indoor court. The sight of kids participating in the YMCA’s Safe Places after-school activity only a few blocks away from downtown Flint brought a grin to the face of program director Monica Holmes. “I know from 4-7 p.m., if we have
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April 20, 2023 |
News The Pistons
Why Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores is welcoming his ‘partner’ Dwane Casey into the franchise’s front office
Life in the NBA can be cold to those who devote their existence to the game of basketball. Frequently, qualities like loyalty and positivity are secondary considerations behind wins and losses. That’s why former Detroit Pistons coach Dwane Casey’s transition to the front office unique. Casey, who started in 1981 as an assistant at Western
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April 20, 2023 |
News The Pistons
Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores expresses gratitude to coach Dwane Casey, who is moving to franchise’s front office
DETROIT – The Detroit Pistons on Monday announced that Dwane Casey will transition into a new role in the team’s front office and that a search process for a new head coach, led by Pistons General Manager Troy Weaver, will begin immediately. “Dwane Casey has done everything we asked of him since the beginning of
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