What happened: The Hall of Fame guard made an appearance Tuesday night during the exhibition schedule. Thomas spent his entire 13-year playing career in Detroit, winning two NBA championships before retiring in 1994.

Why it matters: Franchise alumni and current players frequently use the July tournament to evaluate developing talent ahead of training camp. The outing follows Detroit veterans attending the team's July 9 Summer League matchup against Philadelphia. Detroit is preparing its young core and offseason additions for the upcoming 2026-27 campaign.

What to watch: Detroit continues its exhibition schedule in Las Vegas before training camp opens in September ahead of the 2026-27 season.