Detroit held off Cleveland at Little Caesars Arena to take a 2-0 Eastern semifinal lead. Robinson and Harris paced the Pistons as the series now heads to Cleveland.

Gabe Alvarez was dismissed as the Toledo Mud Hens manager after an HR probe into harassment claims; the Tigers named Mike Hessman interim.

The MHSAA’s 2026 realignment places 499 11‑player programs into updated divisions, reshaping playoff paths and prompting a handful of opt‑ups by schools. Coaches and fans are already adjusting schedules and expectations.

Detroit opened the East semifinal with a 111-101 win over Cleveland, holding off a late rally to take a 1-0 series lead. Cade Cunningham paced the Pistons.

Ceddanne Rafaela’s three-run homer and Brayan Bello’s seven strong innings powered Boston to a 10-3 win in Detroit that ended with benches clearing after Framber Valdez hit Trevor Story.

Ilitch and Detroit city officials are expected to announce whether the PWHL will add a Detroit franchise during a May 6 press conference. The NHL draft lottery also landed Toronto the No. 1 pick.

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal will undergo arthroscopic surgery to remove loose bodies from his left elbow and has been placed on the injured list.

The NCAA has hit Detroit Mercy with a one-year postseason ban after an APR shortfall, athletic director Robert Vowels told donors. The penalty follows a late-season surge under coach Mark Montgomery.

A potential Game 7 in Detroit would settle the Cavs‑Pistons second‑round series. Donovan Mitchell and Cade Cunningham are set to define the matchup.

Jarrett Allen's 22/19 paced the Cavs to a 114-102 Game 7 win over Toronto; Cleveland now heads to Detroit for a Tuesday series opener.

Detroit closed out Orlando 116-94 in Game 7 to reach the second round. Tobias Harris had 30; Cade Cunningham added 32 points and 12 assists.

Down 24 at halftime, Detroit rallied to beat Orlando 93-79 and force a winner-take-all Game 7 in Detroit on Sunday, May 3. Cade Cunningham led the charge.

Duke and Gonzaga will meet at Little Caesars Arena on Feb. 20, 2027, in a Prime Video showcase tied to a new Duke–Prime multiyear deal. Tip and ticket info are TBA.