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October 28, 2026
MOTOR CITY CRUISE REVEAL 2026-27 THEME AND PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
The Motor City Cruise, NBA G League affiliate of the Detroit Pistons, announced their 2026-27 theme night and promotional schedule, featuring the return of fan-favorite events, family-friendly experiences and special giveaways throughout the season.
October 24, 2026
MOTOR CITY CRUISE SELECT GUARDS PIERRE BROOKS II, TYSON ACUFF AND RAFAEL PINZON IN THE 2026 NBA G LEAGUE DRAFT
The Motor City Cruise, NBA G League affiliate of the Detroit Pistons, announced today the selection of guards Pierre Brooks II (No. 8), Tyson Acuff (No. 43) and Rafael Pinzon (No. 47) in the 2026 NBA G League Draft.
September 10, 2026
MOTOR CITY CRUISE ANNOUNCES 2026-27 COACHING STAFF STEVE SCALZI NAMED FRANCHISE’S THIRD HEAD COACH
The Motor City Cruise, NBA G League affiliate of the Detroit Pistons, announced today the organization’s 2026-27 coaching staff. Additionally, Steve Scalzi has been named the franchise’s third head coach.
August 28, 2026
MOTOR CITY CRUISE TIP-OFF 2026-27 NBA G LEAGUE SEASON ON NOV. 10 at CLEVELAND CHARGE
The Motor City Cruise, NBA G League affiliate of the Detroit Pistons, announced today their 2026-27 NBA G League schedule.
August 10, 2026
MOTOR CITY CRUISE ANNOUNCES OPEN PLAYER TRYOUTS
The Motor City Cruise, NBA G League affiliate of the Detroit Pistons, will host a one-day, open player tryout on Sunday, Sept. 13 at the Henry Ford Detroit Pistons Performance Center (6201 Second Ave.,
July 2, 2026
MOTOR CITY CRUISE SELECT CENTER VIANNEY SALATCHOUM AND FORWARD FARLY NUNEZ IN THE 2026 NBA G LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL DRAFT
The Motor City Cruise, the NBA G League affiliate of the Detroit Pistons, selected center Vianney Salatchoum and forward Farly Nunez in the 2026 NBA G League International Draft. Salatchoum and Nunez become the first players in franchise history selected in the league’s annual International Draft.
June 29, 2026
MOTOR CITY CRUISE ANNOUNCES RETURN OF ITS YOUTH ALL-STAR DRAFT INITIATIVE FOR 2026-27 SEASON
Top youth participants at summer activations across Detroit to earn exclusive basketball experiences through Motor City Skills Challenge during the 2026-27 season.
June 23, 2026
“Mini Cruisers” Pistons Academy camp for grades 1-3 returns to Wayne State Fieldhouse
On dates July 15-17 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. ET, Pistons Academy will see the return of the Motor City Cruise “Mini Cruisers” camp for kids grades 1-3 at Wayne State Fieldhouse, the home of the Pistons’ G League affiliate.
May 11, 2026
As Detroit Pistons keep winning, franchise honors Mexican heritage at Cinco De Mayo parade
Spirits were high for Pistons and Motor City Cruise employees who gathered in Southwest Detroit this past Sunday for the annual Cinco De Mayo parade.