Pistons Sports and Entertainment Revenue and Competitors

Here in Detroit we know the meaning of hard work and pride. With the backing of Tom Gores and Platinum Equity, The Detroit Pistons, The Palace of Auburn Hills, DTE Energy Music Theatre, Meadow Brook Amphitheatre, and Freedom Hill have hustled their way to the top of the sports and entertainment world. The Detroit Pistons are one of the NBA's most storied franchises and the entertainment business continues to thrive at each of our venues. We are committed to the achievement of our mission: to come together and thrill our fans and our community, and we would like your help in this endeavor. The Detroit Pistons are one of the NBA's storied franchises, boasting five Finals appearances and three NBA championships since The Palace opened in 1988. After almost 25 years, The Palace remains one of the premier sports and entertainment venues in the country. With young talent and renewed energy, the Pistons are exceptionally positioned to compete in the NBA. The entertainment business continues to hum at each of our internationally recognized venues – The Palace of Auburn Hills, DTE Energy Music Theatre, Meadow Brook Amphitheatre and Freedom Hill . With an average of 300 events and 3.5 million guests annually, The Palace has been voted Arena of the Year eight times by Performance magazine, twice by Pollstar magazine and is listed annually among North America's top-grossing arenas. Yet, we are determined to continuously innovate memorable and engaging experiences for our fans. Our organization has emphasized collaboration while underscoring the importance of helping every employee realize, improve, share and expand his/her talents. We are committed to the achievement of Mr. Gores' mission: to come together and thrill our fans and our community.