John Mason (announcer)

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John Mason is the announcer for the Detroit Pistons games at the Palace of Auburn Hills. He is known for his colorful introductions, and is credited with coining the popular chant "Deeeeee-troit basketball." [1]

Mason is also a legendary radio personality in Detroit. He was the host of the extremely Popular "Mason in The Morning" on WJLB for 18 years. He was also host of his own radio show on 102.7/105.9 KISS-FM (WDMK). Mason left WDMK in July 2006 as his contract had expired. Mason has since signed with WGPR 107.5FM, however, he cannot appear on the station due to a non-compete clause in his contract.

[edit] Some sound bites

  • "Piston fans stay on your feet...time to meet and greet, the ballers, who represent the Dee-Troit PISTONS!"
  • "B-b-b-b-ben W-w-w-wallace!" Ben Wallace, former starting center
  • "Feed the need for Rasheed!" Rasheed Wallace, starting power forward
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