With the news of Mike Ilitch expressing interest today in buying the Pistons some things need to be said. While I would love for the Ilitch's to buy the team and keep them in the state, I'm skeptical of the timing and the public statement by Ilitch to the media....
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Pizza for All – Ilitch wants to Own the Pistons
Via The Detroit Free Press: "Michael Ilitch said today he wants to buy the Detroit Pistons and move the team to a new arena in downtown Detroit. The Ilitch bid is for the entire Palace Sports & Entertainment organization, not just for the basketball team itself....
Is it really that Bad?
Yes Sir! Photo/Getty Images Is it appropriate to be upset that the Pistons just lost to a Nets team that don't have double digits in the win column? Yes and no. At this point in the season, with the injuries the Pistons had, the drama of the team up for sale, the...
Tom Wilson joins Ilitch Holdings
A little birdie (who's in the know) made mention of this yesterday.... Via Craines Detroit Former Palace Sports & Entertainment President Tom Wilson will be introduced at noon today as the newest executive with Detroit's Ilitch Holdings Inc. The press conference,...
Nothing can be Good and Bad
The Pistons didn't pull the trigger on any deal before the deadline today. I know many of you are very disappointed. Now, and I can't say that I blame you, but I saw some crazy trade machine concoctions from a lot of Pistons fans over the last month. I...
The Pistons vs The Magic
The 19-33 Detroit Pistons are in Orlando on a second game of a back to back to take on the 36-18 Orlando Magic. On the heels of the Detroit's blowout against Minnesota, and the way the Pistons play the Magic, this should be a good one. With the NBA trade deadline on...
Breaking News-Tom Wilson Out at The Palace
Via The Detroit News: Tom Wilson has left his position as president and CEO of Palace Sports and Entertainment, according to a report. ClickOnDetroit.com, attributing the information to sources, says chief operating officer Alan Ostfield will take over Wilson's...
Around The Way
Ben Wallace, the 3rd best defender of the decade. Bill Laimbeer is surprised he likes his new boss, and so am I quite frankly. Malice at the Palace no more - Ron Artest and John Green are the best of friends. Tom Wilson on how the Pistons organization has changed with...