Guess who’s back, back again? Eminem’s back, tell a friend! That’s right, Detroit’s very own rap legend, Eminem, has joined forces with a star-studded group of local investors to bring a WNBA team back to the Motor City. This ensemble includes Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores, NBA Hall of Famer Grant Hill, Detroit Lions owner Sheila Ford Hamp, and quarterback Jared Goff.
Detroit is revving its engines to reclaim its spot in the WNBA lineup. The city was once home to the Detroit Shock, a team that clinched three WNBA championships before relocating in 2009. Now, with this powerhouse group leading the charge, Detroit aims to revive that legacy.
The WNBA is on an expansion spree, with the Golden State Valkyries set to debut in 2025, followed by teams in Toronto and Portland in 2026. Detroit isn’t the only city eyeing a new team; bids have also come from Austin, Charlotte, Cleveland, Denver, Houston, Kansas City, Nashville, and Philadelphia. But with Eminem in the mix, Detroit’s bid certainly has a unique rhythm.
Tom Gores, leading the Detroit bid, is optimistic about the city’s chances. He believes that bringing a WNBA team back would not only honor Detroit’s rich basketball history but also inject fresh energy into the community. With Eminem amplifying the effort, Detroit’s bid is hitting all the right notes.
So, as the WNBA evaluates its next moves, Detroit stands ready, hoping to once again host top-tier women’s basketball. And with Eminem on board, you can bet the team’s anthem will be a chart-topper.