Detroit Pistons announce launch of "Pistons Collectibles"

“We recognized early that while we love the ease and benefits of digital ticketing, there is a segment of fans drawn to something more tangible — the nostalgia and collectibility of a printed ticket,” said Dan Lefton, Chief Revenue Officer, Detroit Pistons. “At our core, we are in the memory business, and tickets have always been the ultimate expression of those moments. As we looked at the broader collectibles landscape, we saw an opportunity to engage a new and increasingly global segment of fans. Partnering with Darren, who has long been at the forefront of the sports business and collectibles space, along with PSA, the gold standard in authentication, gives us tremendous confidence in what we’re building. This is more than a program — it’s the foundation of a new category for our franchise.”

“What the Pistons are doing here is exactly the kind of forward-thinking initiative that cllct was built to enable,” said Darren Rovell, Founder, cllct. “We work hand-in-hand with teams, leagues, and brands to help them identify creative pathways to explore their collectibility - and Pistons Collectibles is a perfect example. This is a franchise recognizing that it has authentic collectible IP embedded in its live experience and choosing to activate it at the highest level. PSA grading, premium packaging - every detail signals that this is serious. We expect other franchises to pay very close attention to what Detroit is building here.”

What Fans Can Expect from Pistons Collectibles

Motor City Mint is the debut product, but Pistons Collectibles is being built as a year-round platform. Key elements of the program will include:

• Motor City Mint: PSA-graded, limited-edition collectible tickets for all 2025-26 NBA Playoffs home games at Little Caesars Arena
• Game-used and player-signed memorabilia: Verified and authenticated items available through curated drops and seasonal releases
• Milestone and heritage releases: Collectible products tied to jersey retirements, career landmarks, championship anniversaries, and franchise history
• Modern drop formats: Serialized editions, surprise-and-delight releases, and packaging designed for display and sharing
• Retail and arena activations: In-venue experiences, community touchpoints, and partner integrations that connect product to real-world moments

Fans can learn more and sign up for updates at: PistonsCollectibles.com