BIG3 Expands to Detroit for 2025 Season

The BIG3 basketball league, co-founded by Ice Cube, is expanding to Detroit with a new franchise set to begin play in the 2025 season. The team will be owned by GameAbove Sports, led by Keith J. Stone, and includes notable investors such as NBA Hall-of-Famer George Gervin and NFL Pro Bowler T.J. Lang. This will be the league's fourth city-based team, joining franchises in Los Angeles, Miami, and Houston. The BIG3, known for its 3-on-3 format and half-court play, has been touring nationwide since its inception in 2017. The league is transitioning to a model where teams represent specific home markets. Ice Cube highlighted the new ownership group's strong community outreach and alignment with BIG3 values.