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Little Caesars Arena

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  • HOK architects unveiled a deconstructed layout for the new arena in July 2014. Christopher Ilitch called the design revolutionary during his presentation of renderings. The structure features an eight-story bowl built below street level with seating capacities of 19,515 for ice hockey and 20,332 for basketball. A clear plastic roofed concourse connects the main building to surrounding offices and shops. This glass-roofed area forms an indoor street that serves as the arena's concourse year-round. The Bell Centre in Montreal influenced this unique architectural approach significantly. An outdoor plaza with a large video display sits outside the main bowl structure. Video projections cover the exterior of the bowl itself. Inside, a gondola seating level suspends above the standard stands. A practice ice rink occupies space within the facility for Red Wings training. The centerhung scoreboard measures at specific dimensions not fully detailed in the source text. Forty-five LED displays cover more than a specified area containing over 16.5 million LEDs.

  • The Detroit City Council approved zoning changes on the 24th of April 2015 allowing vertical construction to begin. Mass excavation started shortly after that date. A formal groundbreaking ceremony occurred on the 25th of September 2014 at the site. Public tax dollars funded approximately 58 percent of the total construction cost. That amount reached about $261 million out of the initial $650 million budget estimate. The final construction cost rose to $862.9 million by the 23rd of May 2017. Robert Davis filed a lawsuit on the 20th of June 2017 seeking to stop school property tax revenue usage without a public vote. District Judge Mark A. Goldsmith dismissed most claims but allowed an Equal Protection Clause count to proceed. The Downtown Development Authority uses roughly $15 million annually from state school taxes to repay Michigan State. Olympia Entertainment secured rent-free land use through a long-term lease agreement with the city. Sales of game tickets and concessions remained exempt from revenue sharing agreements previously required at Joe Louis Arena. The city earned an average of $7 million per year under those old arrangements. Construction of the ice surface began on the 5th of January 2017 while basketball court modifications started February 16.

  • The Pistons officially announced their move to Little Caesars Arena on the 22nd of November 2016. NBA Board of Governors unanimously approved the transition on the 3rd of August 2017. This marked the first time since 1974 that all four major Detroit sports teams played within city limits regularly. It also became the first instance since 1961 where the Pistons and Red Wings shared one arena. Detroit joined Philadelphia as one of only two U.S. cities hosting four major league teams in a single complex. Olympia Entertainment and Palace Sports & Entertainment formed 313 Presents LLC on the 8th of October 2017 for joint event management. The Red Wings played their inaugural preseason game against Boston Bruins on the 23rd of September 2017 winning 5, 1. Their first regular season match occurred October 5 against Minnesota Wild with a 4, 2 victory. Pistons hosted Charlotte Hornets during their preseason opener on October 4 losing 108, 106. They beat the same team 102, 90 in their home opener on October 18. Both franchises faced concerns over diminished attendance figures during their initial seasons.

  • Christopher Ilitch unveiled plans for The District Detroit on the 20th of July 2014 describing it as world-class. The project aimed to incorporate five distinct neighborhoods along Woodward Avenue near Cass Corridor. Promised elements included residential units, hotels, restaurants, and retail outlets. Olympia Development committed to refurbishing public infrastructure like street lighting and sidewalks. Estimates suggested creating 1,000 new jobs plus 8,300 construction positions. Fifty-one percent of construction jobs targeted Detroit residents while 80 percent of materials came from Michigan companies. By August 2018 only Google relocated a regional sales office to leased space there. Beyond Wayne State University's Mike Ilitch School of Business and a Little Caesars headquarters across Comerica Park little materialized. The promised mixed-use neighborhood surrounding the arena failed to fully develop despite early promises. The area known as Wildcat Corner intended to replace parking lots with apartment complexes never reached its full potential. Several planned residential and commercial projects remained unbuilt years after opening.

  • Little Caesars Arena opened officially on the 5th of September 2017 with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The Great Lakes Invitational moved here starting the 1st of January 2, 2018 for college hockey. Professional Women's Hockey League hosted games including one on the 16th of March 2024 drawing 13,736 spectators. Another PWHL match between Minnesota Frost and New York Sirens occurred the 16th of March 2025 attracting 14,288 fans. A third game scheduled for the 3rd of January 2026 featured Vancouver Goldeneyes versus Boston Fleet. College basketball doubleheaders began the 16th of December 2017 featuring Michigan Wolverines against Detroit Mercy Titans. Horizon League tournaments ran until 2019 before moving to Indianapolis. NCAA Division I men's tournament first-round games appeared in 2018 hosted by University of Detroit Mercy. UFC 218 took place the 2nd of December 2017 inside the venue. WWE Hell in a Cell pay-per-view event happened the 8th of October 2017 marking their first show there. Big Ten women's basketball tournament will return in 2028.

  • Olympia Entertainment announced April 28 that the venue would bear the Little Caesars name officially. Chris Ilitch defended keeping family branding instead of selling rights to third parties. He argued this reflected Little Caesars position as a legacy business within the Ilitch family. Fans reacted poorly to the decision with some suggesting Gordie Howe should have been honored instead. An online petition circulated following Howe's death on June 10 requesting renaming efforts. The arena received mixed reviews regarding its naming convention from local supporters. A large logo now displays atop the roof replacing earlier LED plans dismissed as placeholders. In June 2018 the facility won Sports Facility of the Year at the 2018 Sports Business Awards despite ongoing criticism over its identity and branding choices.

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Common questions

When did Little Caesars Arena officially open?

Little Caesars Arena opened officially on the 5th of September 2017 with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The venue hosted its first major events shortly after opening including WWE Hell in a Cell on the 8th of October 2017 and UFC 218 on the 2nd of December 2017.

How much did it cost to build Little Caesars Arena?

The final construction cost rose to $862.9 million by the 23rd of May 2017. Public tax dollars funded approximately 58 percent of the total construction cost which reached about $261 million out of the initial $650 million budget estimate.

Who designed the architecture for Little Caesars Arena?

HOK architects unveiled a deconstructed layout for the new arena in July 2014. Christopher Ilitch called the design revolutionary during his presentation of renderings and the structure features an eight-story bowl built below street level.

What teams play at Little Caesars Arena?

The Detroit Pistons and Detroit Red Wings both play at Little Caesars Arena making it the first instance since 1961 where these two franchises share one arena. The facility also hosts college hockey games and professional women's hockey league matches.

When was the groundbreaking ceremony held for Little Caesars Arena?

A formal groundbreaking ceremony occurred on the 25th of September 2014 at the site. Mass excavation started shortly after that date following zoning changes approved by the Detroit City Council on the 24th of April 2015.

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  11. 11webLatest Little Caesars Arena construction cost: $862.9 millionBill Shea — May 23, 2017
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  23. 23webPractice (Ice) Makes Perfect for Little Caesars Youth Hockey at New ArenaMay 19, 2016
  24. 24webWings fans can enjoy games at new arena from outsideTed Kulfan — August 23, 2016
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  27. 27webLittle Caesars Arena will have world's largest centerhung scoreboardBrian Manzullo — July 17, 2017
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  29. 29newsClearing the blare: LCA goal horn a recording from JoeGregg Krupa — October 12, 2017
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  31. 31webDetroit firms get 38% of Red Wings arena workJoe Guillen — September 2, 2015
  32. 32webFormer city arena negotiators working for IlitchesJoe Guillen et al. — February 12, 2016
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  34. 34webDDA, Red Wings unveil $650 million arena and entertainment complexBill Shea — June 19, 2013
  35. 35webState Agency OKs Bonds For New Red Wings ArenaJuly 24, 2013
  36. 36webHockey, housing and more: Ilitches unveil 'bold vision' for Red Wings arena districtJohn Gallagher — July 20, 2014
  37. 37webWilson: New Red Wings arena could be hockey 'epicenter'David Goricki — September 24, 2014
  38. 38webNew Detroit arena will be in mix to host many eventsGeorge Sipple — September 24, 2014
  39. 39webDetroit deal with creditor includes Joe Louis siteMatt Helms — October 16, 2014
  40. 40webDetroit City Council Votes To Approve Rezoning Plan For New Red Wings ArenaApril 21, 2015
  41. 41webConstruction Begins On New Red Wings Arena (Video)Edward Cardenas — April 27, 2015
  42. 42webVIDEO: Construction begins on District Detroit, new Red Wings arenaApril 24, 2015
  43. 43webCommission OKs historic hotel demolition for Detroit Red Wings hockey arenaJune 11, 2015
  44. 44webDemolition permit issued for former Park Avenue hotelChristine Ferretti — June 25, 2015
  45. 45webDetroit OKs demolition permit for Park Avenue HotelJoe Guillen — June 25, 2015
  46. 46webDear Council: We're counting on you to stand up for smart developmentApril 6, 2015
  47. 47webDetroit's past can play role in future arena districtDan Austin — April 13, 2015
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  49. 49webVideo: Implosion brings down Park Avenue HotelOralandar Brand-Williams — July 11, 2015
  50. 50webDig it! Excavation for new Red Wings arena completeBill Shea — August 30, 2015
  51. 51webConstruction begins to build ice surface at Little Caesars ArenaMax White — January 5, 2017
  52. 52webLittle Caesars Arena adds NBA locker room, higher doorways for PistonsJoe Guillen — February 16, 2017
  53. 53webArena crews pour concrete for Red Wings ice rinkPerry A. Farrell — March 8, 2017
  54. 54webDetroit Pistons finalizing deal to move downtown, sources sayDerick Hutchinson — October 26, 2016
  55. 55webDetroit Pistons hammering out 2 key issues for downtown arena moveVince Ellis — October 26, 2016
  56. 56newsTom Gores confirms Pistons 'very close' to move downtown, and soonVince Ellis — October 29, 2016
  57. 57webPistons to Move to Downtown DetroitNovember 22, 2016
  58. 58newsDetroit Pistons moving downtown: 'We want to be all in on Detroit'Brian Manzullo et al. — November 22, 2016
  59. 59web'The right move': Pistons returning to DetroitTony Paul — November 22, 2016
  60. 60webDetroit City Council OKs $34.5M public funding for Pistons moveKatrease Stafford — June 20, 2017
  61. 61webNBA unanimously approves Pistons move downtownVince Ellis — August 3, 2017
  62. 62webNBA owners approve Pistons move to downtown DetroitBill Shea — August 3, 2017
  63. 63webPast Tigers Ballparks
  64. 64webThe Detroit Lions' Last Game at Tiger StadiumBill Dow — December 10, 2010
  65. 65webThe Final Period Begins for Joe Louis ArenaGregg Krupa — October 17, 2016
  66. 66webSome good, some bad as Pistons lose in LCA debutRod Beard — October 4, 2017
  67. 67webThis isn't the first time the Pistons and Red Wings shared a homeKen Haddad — November 21, 2016
  68. 68webPistons move makes Detroit only North American city with 4 pro teams in its downtownDustin Block — November 22, 2016
  69. 69webPalace, Olympia staffs form new venture, 313 PresentsAdam Graham — October 8, 2017
  70. 70web313 Presents exerts unusual control over show marketBill Shea — October 22, 2017
  71. 71newsDetroit Red Wings start slow, win big in 1st exhibition at Little Caesars ArenaHelene St. James — September 23, 2017
  72. 73webOpening win makes Pistons feel at home at LCARod Beard — October 18, 2017
  73. 74press releaseDetroit Pistons and Platinum Equity Announce Multi-Year Corporate PartnershipSeptember 18, 2017
  74. 75webNHL on NBCSN doubleheader: Wild vs. Red Wings; Flyers vs. KingsJoey Alfieri — October 5, 2017
  75. 76webLittle Caesars Arena raises bar for future NHL venuesNicholas J. Cotsonika — October 6, 2017
  76. 77webRed Wings explain all the empty seats for LCA openerTony Paul — October 6, 2017
  77. 78webPistons say attendance up despite empty Little Caesars Arena seatsVince Ellis — October 26, 2017
  78. 79webAt the Pistons' New Home, Empty Seats and Hockey StatuesSarah Lyall — November 9, 2017
  79. 80newsLittle Caesars Arena seats getting transformation from red to blackRod Beard et al. — October 8, 2018
  80. 81newsRed Wings' Little Caesars Arena to swap all 18,600 of its red seats for black onesCody Benjamin — October 9, 2018
  81. 82webRed Wings, Pistons get new neighbor at LCA — Google's new officeJohn Gallagher — November 8, 2018
  82. 83webGoogle opens sales office in Little Caesars ArenaBreana Noble — November 8, 2018
  83. 84webNew Union Joints restaurant heading to District Detroit developmentMark Kurlyandchik — April 1, 2019
  84. 85webInside the new Mike Ilitch School of Business at Wayne State UniversityMcKenzie Sanderson — August 21, 2018
  85. 86webNew office building opens next to Little Caesars ArenaJC Reindl — April 5, 2021
  86. 87webNeighbors see unfilled promises in Little Caesars Arena districtLouis Aguilar — November 5, 2018
  87. 88webIs The District Detroit delivering?Kirk Pinho et al. — March 2, 2019
  88. 89webHBO segment takes look at District Detroit progressJohn Gallagher — April 22, 2019
  89. 90webHBO looks at unfilled development promises around Detroit's Little Caesars ArenaLouis Aguilar — April 22, 2019
  90. 91webHBO 'Real Sports' report on Ilitches' District Detroit hard to watchNancy Kaffer — April 24, 2019
  91. 92webRed Wings arena cost at $627M, could go higherLouis Aguilar — November 4, 2015
  92. 93webLawsuit: Voters should decide if Little Caesars Arena gets public fundingJoe Guillen — June 1, 2017
  93. 94newsJudge deals blow to lawsuit on funding for Pistons move, Little Caesars ArenaKatrease Stafford — July 24, 2017
  94. 95newsNews Hits: Schuette OKs school taxes for new Red Wings arenaRyan Felton — December 16, 2014
  95. 96webLittle Caesars Arena website sale adds to speculation about name of new Red Wings homeRobert Snell — February 11, 2016
  96. 97webRed Wings name new downtown rink: It's 'Little Caesars Arena'John Gallagher — April 28, 2016
  97. 98webRed Wings' new home: Little Caesars ArenaAguilar, Louis — April 28, 2016
  98. 99webLittle Caesars Arena is name of new Detroit Red Wings venueIan Thibodeau — April 28, 2016
  99. 100webVIDEO: New Red Wings arena won't have LED roof; team ops for giant Little Caesars logoApril 28, 2016
  100. 101webIlitches: Little Caesars Arena name a 'legacy' decisionJohn Gallagher — April 29, 2016
  101. 102webThe Internet is laughing at Little Caesars Arena nameGus Burns — April 28, 2016
  102. 103webGordie Howe, Little Caesars top suggested arena namesAdam Graham — March 23, 2016
  103. 104webMovement grows to rename arena Gordie Howe ArenaJune 10, 2016
  104. 105webGordie Howe exposé en chapelle ardenteJune 11, 2016
  105. 106webGLI, "Duel in the D" return to Detroit for next four yearsAlex DiFilippo — November 3, 2017
  106. 107webDetroit gets Frozen Four, NCAA wrestling, more hoopsJames Hawkins — April 18, 2017
  107. 108webNCAA cancels March Madness, Frozen Four, all other championshipsChris Solari — March 12, 2020
  108. 109web13,736: New American Professional Women's Hockey Attendance Record Set In DetroitIan Kennedy — 2024-03-16
  109. 110webPWHL game in New York sets US pro women's hockey attendance recordApril 5, 2026
  110. 111webPWHL returns to Detroit in takeover tour of neutral-site gamesAlex Leroux — November 18, 2024
  111. 112webDetroit draws 14,288 to PWHL game, setting U.S. record for pro women's hockeyLarry Lage — March 16, 2025
  112. 113webPWHL will play 'Takeover Tour' games in Chicago, Dallas, Detroit and moreHailey Salvian — November 10, 2025
  113. 114webThompson, Jaques, Daniel score third-period goals, Goldeneyes rally to 4-3 victory over FleetJanuary 3, 2026
  114. 115webPWHL sets Detroit attendance record at Sirens-Victoire gameMark Falkner — March 28, 2026
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  117. 118newsDetroit officially lands Professional Women's Hockey League teamRichard Silva — May 6, 2026
  118. 119webMinus Wagner, Michigan still routs Detroit MercyJames Hawkins — December 16, 2017
  119. 120webMichigan State gets riled, puts away pesky OaklandMatt Charboneau — December 16, 2017
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  121. 122web'Beyond compare': Horizon League commish raves about four-year run in DetroitTony Paul — March 13, 2019
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  123. 124webHorizon League Announces 2017 Little Caesars Motor City Madness UpdatesBill Potter — July 5, 2016
  124. 125webOrganizers: March Madness a success at Little Caesars ArenaBill Shea — March 19, 2018
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  126. 127webCountdown to the 2009 Final Four in DetroitMichael J. Fensom — March 31, 2009
  127. 128webDetroit's Little Caesars Arena to host NCAA men's basketball tournament regional in 2024Chris Solari — October 14, 2020
  128. 129webNCAA awards Little Caesars Arena another Midwest Regional in 2028Tony Paul — October 2, 2024
  129. 130web2021 NCAA Tournament to be relocated, scrubbing games at Little Caesars ArenaMatt Charboneau — November 16, 2020
  130. 131newsMichigan State, Oakland extend men's basketball series for six yearsTony Paul — July 17, 2019
  131. 132webMichigan State basketball has no problem with Oakland, rolling to 72-49 winChris Solari — December 14, 2019
  132. 133webMichigan State basketball alley-oops its way over Oakland, 90-78Chris Solari — December 21, 2021
  133. 134webMichigan State basketball's non-conference schedule features Duke, Butler and BaylorChris Solari — August 31, 2023
  134. 135webTyson Walker pours in 25 points, Michigan State basketball bullies Baylor for 88-64 upsetChris Solari — December 16, 2023
  135. 136webMSU avoids trap game, cruises past Oakland for 79-62 winMadeline Kenney — December 18, 2023
  136. 137webMichigan State basketball releases full non-conference schedule for 2024-25 seasonMatt Wenzel — September 10, 2024
  137. 138webMichigan State basketball unwraps its present with 2nd-half push in 77-58 win over OaklandChris Solari — December 17, 2024
  138. 139webCollege Basketball In The D Oakland University Vs. Michigan State University At Little Caesars Arena Saturday, December 20October 17, 2025
  139. 140webCoen Carr sets career high in Michigan State's 79-70 win vs OaklandChris Solari — December 20, 2025
  140. 141webBIG3 championship to be played at Detroit's Little Caesars ArenaBrandon Champion — February 19, 2020
  141. 142webBig3 cancels 2020 season, shifts focus to 2021 with fans in standsEric Woodyard — May 18, 2020
  142. 143webMichigan basketball schedule for 2022-23 includes date with Emoni Bates in DetroitMichael Cohen — August 17, 2022
  143. 144webBates, Dickinson steal spotlight as Wolverines hold off upset-minded EaglesJames Hawkins — November 11, 2022
  144. 145webMichigan basketball to face Wake Forest in early-season matchup at Little Caesars ArenaJames Hawkins — June 4, 2025
  145. 146webMichigan beats Wake Forest in overtime thriller in DetroitAndrew Kahn — November 11, 2025
  146. 147webDuke and Gonzaga to play in Amazon Prime special game ... in Detroit?Jalen Williams — April 30, 2026
  147. 148webLittle Caesars Arena to host Big Ten women's basketball tournament in 2028Angelique S. Chengelis — July 31, 2024
  148. 149webLittle Caesars Arena to host UFC 218 in DecemberChris Thomas — July 30, 2017
  149. 150webHolloway KO's Aldo in round 3 of UFC 218Nolan Bianchi — December 3, 2017
  150. 151webMichigan wrestling finishes second at NCAA championships despite title for Nick SurianoEli McKown — March 19, 2022
  151. 152webDetroit to host 2019 U.S. Figure Skating ChampionshipsGregg Krupa — November 9, 2017
  152. 153web2019 U.S. Figure Skating Championship was a hit. Next up, the world?Jeff Seidel — January 27, 2019
  153. 154webLittle Caesars Arena to host WWE Hell in a Cell PPV event on October 8July 29, 2017
  154. 155webShane McMahon goes flying at Hell in a CellAdam Graham — October 9, 2017
  155. 156newsAlexa Bliss brings 'Raw' gold to Little Caesars ArenaAdam Graham — March 9, 2018
  156. 157webSeth Rollins talks WWE RAW in Detroit, Wrestlemania, and coming back from injuryEdward Pevos — March 11, 2018
  157. 158webLittle Caesars Arena hosting special edition of WWE Monday Night RAWDecember 28, 2018
  158. 159webWWE SMACKDOWN PRIMER 12/27: Triple Threat for Right to Face the Fiend, A Moment of Bliss for a Lady, Expectations for Follow-up on Roman Reigns, Tag Team DivisionFrank Peteani — December 27, 2019
  159. 160webRoman Reigns Will Face Dolph Ziggler On Fox New Year's Eve SpecialJeremy Lambert — December 27, 2019
  160. 161webRoman Reigns' Opponent Revealed for New Year's Eve Special with Steve HarveyKristen Ashly — December 27, 2019
  161. 162webWWE Moves 'SmackDown Live' to Orlando Performance Center With No Live Audience Due to CoronavirusJoe Otterson — March 12, 2020
  162. 163web12/27 WWE Raw Results: Powell's live review of The Miz and Maryse renewing their wedding vows, The Street Profits vs. Rey Mysterio and Dominik Mysterio for a shot at the Raw Tag Titles at WWE Day 1, Damian Priest vs. Dolph Ziggler for the U.S. Title, Randy Orton vs. Otis, and Riddle vs. Chad GableJason Powell — December 27, 2021
  163. 164webAll Elite Wrestling going big in its Detroit debutAdam Graham — February 28, 2022
  164. 165webAEW Dynamite live results: Blood & Guts Jericho Appreciation Society faces Blackpool Combat Club in Blood & Guts tonight in Detroit..Parker Klyn — June 29, 2022
  165. 166web7/1 AEW RAMPAGE TV REPORT: 20-Man Royal Rampage for AEW Title match, Nyla vs. Storm, Bucks vs. Yoshi-Hashi & GotoPatrick Moynahan — July 2, 2022
  166. 167webAEW Dark Elevation results: Dark Order vs. The FactoryJosh Nason — July 4, 2022
  167. 168webThe 2019 LCS Summer Finals will be held in DetroitJulia Lee — May 31, 2019
  168. 169webLCS summer finals to be held in DetroitMay 31, 2019
  169. 170webLeague of Legends Worldwide Championship brings top video gamers to DetroitDixita Limbachia — August 26, 2019
  170. 171webRiot Games Descends on Little Caesars Arena for Blockbuster LCS Summer Finals ProductionJason Dachman — August 26, 2019
  171. 172webKid Rock opens Little Caesars Arena with Detroit love and a few surprisesEdward Pevos — September 13, 2017
  172. 173webReview: Paul McCartney timeless at Little Caesars ArenaAdam Graham — October 2, 2017
  173. 174webGuns N' Roses brings marathon show to LCA in Detroit reunion returnBrian McCollum — November 3, 2017
  174. 175webRadiohead is captivating and cathartic in rare Detroit returnBrian McCollum — July 23, 2018
  175. 176webFoo Fighters rock ever-long at Little Caesars ArenaGary Graff — October 16, 2018
  176. 177webKendrick Lamar Talks to Young Concertgoer, Gives Him Inspiring Letter: 'You Will Forever Be Great'Jack Irvin — August 16, 2022
  177. 178webMadonna shows vulnerability at homecoming concert: 'I hope you're proud of me, Detroit!'Adam Graham — January 16, 2024
  178. 179webMary J. Blige salutes fans, brings out Kash Doll at sold-out LCA showAdam Graham — March 20, 2025
  179. 180newsLittle Caesars Arena named Sports Facility of the YearBrandon Champion — May 24, 2018