Eminem-Backed Bid Brings WNBA Team Back to Detroit
Eminem-Backed Bid Brings WNBA Team Back to Detroit
Detroit will welcome a new WNBA expansion team in 2029, with high-profile figures like Eminem supporting the move. Led by Pistons owner Tom Gores, the ownership group paid a $250 million expansion fee, with investors including Jared Goff, Grant Hill, Chris Webber, and others. The team’s headquarters and practice facility will be built at the former Uniroyal site, serving as a youth sports complex. While the team’s name is uncertain, the return of the WNBA to Detroit reflects the city’s basketball legacy and marks a broader growth trend for the league. Eminem’s involvement underscores his commitment to supporting Detroit in sports and community development.
