THE Wgb East Seeks to develop. Many cities across the United States, and even some Canadian cities, seek to enter the WNBA. However, only a few cities will have the opportunity.
In order to maximize their chances, A group of Detroit investorstitled by the owner of Pistons Tom Gores and his wife, Holly, brought another notable face, rapper Eminem.
As indicated by SporticoIt was announced that Eminem, a native proud of Detroit, would join the offer, alongside Gores as well as other notable celebrities of Strait like Lions“The quarter-Arrière Jared Goff, the CEO of General Motors Mary Barra and many others.
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The story of Detroit in the WNBA
Detroit is desire to bring the WNBA back to the city. The Strait shock was strong members of the WNBA for more than a decade between 1998 and 2009, before becoming the shock of Tulsa. During this period, Detroit was very successful, winning three championships (2003, 2006, 2008). The franchise has since moved to Arlington and is known as Dallas Wings.
How does Eminem inclusion help Detroit?
Eminem has been one of the most vocal sports fans in Detroit in recent years, promoting for a variety of emblematic moments of Detroit, as when the lions were confronted with the Rams of Los Angeles And their former quarter Matthew Stafford in the first round of the NFL qualifiers a few years ago.
Obviously, the more investors can become investors, the better their chances of winning a WNBA and Eminem offer brings a lot to the table. In January, Gores published a statement saying that they were delighted to bring the WNBA to Detroit. “Our offer represents an unprecedented opportunity for the League to complete the loop and make a return to Detroit de Detroit,” said Gores. “No city is no longer ready to adopt the team as a community asset which leads to unity and the common ground.”
The WNBA wants to add a 16th team by 2028. We do not know when the announcement of this team will be made.
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This article originally appeared on USA Today: Eminem joins investors in the hope of bringing the WNBA back to Detroit
