Detroit WNBA Expansion Announced

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Detroit WNBA team

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WNBA coming back to Detroit: Expansion franchise announced for 2029 season

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Detroit will receive a WNBA expansion team in 2029 , the league announced Monday, June 30 .

The yet-to-be-named team will revive a legacy started by the Detroit Shock , which won three championships as one of the WNBA ’s initial expansion franchises from 1999-2008 .

Pistons owner Tom Gores , backed by a large team of high-profile investors, submitted a formal bid for Detroit to receive a new franchise in January .

“We have brought together an impressive array of investors who reflect the strength and diversity of Detroit ,” Gores said. “I’m excited about what we can accomplish together to advance women’s professional sports and inspire a new generation of fans. I’m grateful to our exceptional investor group, Commissioner Engelbert , and the WNBA for their trust in our vision and commitment to the people of Detroit .” Submit a letter to the editor at freep.com/letters, and we may publish it online or in print..

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