OVERTIME LITTLE CAESARS ARENA LITTLE CAESARS ARENA LITTLE CAESARS ARENA FACTS LEADERSHIP PLAYERS 17-18 CAPACITY: 20,491 SCOREBOARD: At the time of construction, it was the SUITES: 62 largest in-arena construction with a total weight of 89,750 pounds. DIMENSIONS: 43’ 9” x 43’ 9” x 32’ x 10” NUMBER OF EVENTS: 200-plus per year SQUARE FOOTAGE: 65,000 — total area of concourse LOUNGES & CLUBS: 7 surrounding Little Caesars Arena bowl CONCOURSE WIDTH: 90 feet NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO WORKED ON BUILDING ARENA: 5,425-plus REVIEW RECORDS HISTORY NBA RESTROOM FIXTURES: 524 HIGH-DEFINITION TVS: 1,100 Little Caesars Arena (LCA), home of the Detroit Pistons historical memorabilia surrounding the arena bowl with LITTLE CAESARS ARENA SEATING CONFIGURATION (NBA) and Detroit Red Wings (NHL), other sporting an authentic urban feel. Guests have multiple dining events, concerts, family shows and trade shows, is the options inside LCA with access to seven restaurants and 2242225 226 227228 29 newest gem of sporting arenas in the country. seven bars in addition to the many concessions choices. 223230 Other highlights of the arena include world-class M24 M25 M26M27 M28M29 M30M31 M32 Built in 2017, LCA is the centerpiece of a 50-block sports technology throughout, including super high-speed SUITE LEVEL 222 M23 M33 231 and entertainment area known as The District Detroit. WI-FI, mobile ticketing, industry-leading wayfinding, The District Detroit unites eight world-class theaters, ultra-high-definition video, several fan interactive sta- M22 M34 232 five neighborhoods and three professional sports ven- tions and convenient charging stations. 221 119120 121122 123124 125 ues in one vibrant, walkable destination for people to 118 126 201 M21 M1 live, work and enjoy exciting entertainment in an urban Guests attending events at LCA are able to enjoy music 117 121122 123 101 environment. By housing the Pistons, Red Wings, Tigers and entertainment in the venue’s outdoor plaza which 220 202 (MLB) and Lions (NFL), The District Detroit holds the provides an exceptional atmosphere with a massive M20 L EGE M2 unique distinction of being the only city in the country video wall for viewing parties, outdoor concerts, tailgat- 116 102 116 102 NDS CLUB to house four professional sports franchises in one ing and more. M19 downtown area. 219 B 203 Additionally, a spacious patio and lawn area for pub- 115 115 103 103 M3 At the heart of the action is LCA, a 785,000-square-foot, lic and private events, along with a glass-enclosed, M19 A state-of-the-art venue which hosts 200-plus sports and four-season pavilion bar, which features a retractable 218 204 entertainment events per year. The Via, a streetscape-in- roof and walls, allows for a fun experience regardless of 114 104 spired indoor concourse, comprises of restaurants and the weather. M18 M4 113 105 205 OVERTIME 217 112 111 110109 108107 106 206 M17 M5 207 216 M16 SUITE LEVEL M6 M15 M7 215 M14 M13M12 M11M10 M9 M8 208 214 213 212211 210 209 344 PISTONS.COM 2018–19 DETROIT PISTONS MEDIA GUIDE 345 HEALTH AND FITNESS LEADERSHIP PLAYERS 17-18 JR. PISTONS The Pistons work to increase awareness and involvement in youth basketball through community clinics, an online newsletter, Pistons Academy camps, and partnerships with basketball leagues across the state. During Jr. NBA Week, Pistons host clinics with Special Olympics and other community groups. DETROIT PISTONS COMMUNITY & SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY MISSION PISTONS FIT The Detroit Pistons Community & Social Responsibility Mission is to use the game of basketball as a vehicle for change In partnership with Henry Ford Health System, the Pistons promote the importance that will inspire and impact the Detroit community. The four pillars of focus are Education, Health & Fitness, Mentoring of a healthy lifestyle through clinics, cooking classes, as well as educational and and Equality with the flagship program of Basketball for All serving as the primary community initiative. interactive events. REVIEW RECORDS HISTORY NBA PISTONS CITY COURTS DETROIT COMMUNITY & SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY PROGRAMMING The Pistons made an investment of $2,500,000 over six years in the construction, CITY renovation and refurbishment of more than 60 basketball courts in parks throughout The Detroit Pistons have brought basketball back to Detroit. Tom Gores’ COURTS the city of Detroit in partnership with the city of Detroit’s Recreation Department. The vision is to put an exciting and talented team on the court and be the Pistons will run community clinics on the courts once they are completed. leader in social responsibility off the court in the Metro Detroit community. In support of that, the Detroit Pistons are launching the Basketball for All program. The goal of the program is to work with the recreation MENTORING department to renovate 60 basketball courts throughout the city of Detroit over the next six years. In conjunction with this project, we will put basketballs in the hands of all under-served youth in Metro Detroit. BUILDING BRIDGES THROUGH BASKETBALL But it’s bigger than just renovating courts and giving away basketballs. The Detroit Pistons team up with Ross Initiative in Sports for Equality (RISE) for a 10- It’s the belief that providing safe places for children to play should be a week program that brings local youth and law enforcement together. The program commitment we all make and that providing every child with a basketball engages adolescents in weekly 2.5-hour sessions featuring a combination of on-court will encourage health and wellness to last a lifetime. Basketball should not basketball programming and a curriculum on leadership, conflict resolution, identity just be a sport for some, but accessible to everyone. The Detroit Pistons and diversity. are making Basketball for All. GAME CHANGERS IT DOESN’T STOP THERE Renovating courts and distributing basketballs over the course of the next six years are not where the commitment The Game Changers program focuses on recognizing teachers who go above and ends, but are just the beginning. The long-term vision is to create communal gathering areas for the neighborhoods beyond to create a successful environment for their students. Five deserving teachers surrounding these parks for people of all ages to enjoy. This on-going commitment requires a strong bond with the receive $1,000 and one teacher wins the grand prize of $10,000. City of Detroit and dedicated partners to build amazing experiences with each renovated park or basketball distributed. MENTOR The Pistons focus on driving positive change amongst metro Detroit youth by helping to foster the mentor/mentee relationship. PSA’s are created of Pistons players sharing EDUCATION their stories about their mentors and how they have been affected by these role models, as well as, encourage others to become mentors. The Pistons also partner with local mentoring organizations to provide events and programs for mentors and DETROIT PISTONS STEAM LITERACY BUS their mentees. The Traveling STEAM Literacy Bus extends the Detroit Pistons brand throughout metro Detroit with a full-service mobile literacy bus that encourages learning programs for youth. The bus also amplifies the Detroit Pistons School Assembly programs centered EQUALITY STEAM around a healthy active lifestyle while also encouraging kids to focus on the academic LITERACY BUS side as much as the athletic side of their lives. BLACK HISTORY MONTH For Black History Month, the NBA is supporting the national dialogue on race and equality through league-wide efforts that bring people together, amplify the voices MATH HOOPS of fans and players and takes collective action toward concrete change. The Detroit The Pistons implement the Math Hoops board game into local classrooms and after Pistons are focused on bringing together the world of sports, entertainment, fashion school programs, making math fun and interactive while improving math scores. The and the arts to show through different forms that all voices should be heard in an Pistons provide incentives throughout the program and host a regional tournament, effort to create change. an event that brings the game to life using Pistons players as pawns in the game. WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH Through a message of Never Limit, Always Lead, the Pistons have programming and OVERTIME messaging throughout the month of March in support of International Women’s Day FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR EDUCATION and equality for women. The Detroit Pistons focus on aiding local youth in achieving their academic potential by providing resources to further their education. The Pistons partner with organizations PRIDE to educate students on the importance of completing their FAFSA forms. The goal is The Pistons work on a regular basis with GLADD, Athlete Ally and local community to achieve 65 percent FAFSA completion and to offer prizes and incentives to high groups to support the LGBTQ community through panels, PSAs and an awareness schools making the greatest strides improving FAFSA completion rates. game night. 346 PISTONS.COM 2018–19 DETROIT PISTONS MEDIA GUIDE 347 SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LEADERSHIP PLAYERS 17-18 AUTISM AWARENESS The Pistons participate in Autism Awareness Month by hosting affected families a t h o m e g a m e s a n d p a r t n e r i n g w i t h o r g a n i z a t i o n s t h a t a s s i s t a u t i s t i c y o u t h and adults. HOOPS FOR ST. JUDE REVIEW RECORDS HISTORY NBA Pistons players and coaches visit with patients being treated at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital when the team plays in Memphis, and local St. Jude patient families are invited to a special Pistons home game during Hoops for St.