Detroit Casinos Generate $108.2 Million in November, Remaining Flat Year-on-Year

Detroit commercial casinos generated $108.2 million in November, remaining stable with a 0.1% decreased from the $108.3 million in November 2024.  

   Slots and table games generated $106.5 million in Nobember, a 0.1% increase from the $106.4 million generated in November 2024. However, retail sports betting faced a 10.8% loss, falling from $1.9 million in 2024 to $17 million in 2025.  

 In other news, the Michigan Gaming Control Board has met to review the states gambling laws, including discussing casino licensing, administrative rules for the Lawful Internet Gaming Act & Lawful Sports Betting Act, and discuss the licensing and investigations of supplies including BetMGM and FanDuel.  

Only MotorCity Casino Faces Loss in November  

The latest report from the Michigan Gaming Control Board shows that of the three Michigan casinos, two saw revenue increase year-on-year in November.  

 The MGM Grand Detroit Casino saw the highest revenue increase year-on-year for slots and table games in November. Accounting for 47% of the market share, the MGM Grand Detroit generated $50.7 million, a 3% year-over-year increase from $49.2 million generated in 2024. Additionally, sports betting generated $587,294 in November, a 28.4% year-on-year increase from $457.409 in November 2024.  

 Slots and table games for the Greektown Casino also saw year-on-year gains in November, rising 1% from $24.2 million to $24.4 million. Retail sports betting in the casino however faced a 37.4% loss, declining from $886,249 to $554,751.  

The MotorCity Casino was the only venue to see a loss in November, with table games and slots revenue declining 5% year-on-year from $33.1 million to $31.4 million. Retail sports betting in the casino remained stable, facing a minor decline of 0.9% from $571,059 to $565,718.  

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Hard Rock Bet launches in Michigan  

While land-based casino revenue remains stable in the state, the online gaming market has just had a new operator launch.  

 Hard Rock Bet has partnered with Hannahville Indian Community to launch in the state, marking its tenth sports betting market and second online casino state.   

 Michigan players now have access to slot titles, live dealer games and a progressive jackpot system on the Hard Rock Bet Casino app. The Hard Rock Sportsbook app is also available and offers wagering and parlays on major sports.  

 "This expansion represents a major milestone for Hard Rock Bet and reinforces our ascent as one of the fastest-growing digital gaming brands in the United States. Our launch in Michigan builds on our momentum as we bring the legendary Hard Rock experience to more fans across the country, offering a trusted online casino and sportsbook on our top-rated and easy-to-use platform,” said Marlon Goldstein, Executive Managing Director-CEO of Hard Rock Digital.   

 Additionally, the Hard Rocks loyalty program has been integrated, so players can earn and redeem rewards both online and in Hard Rock locations.  

 A campaign has been produced by Hard Rock that will be featured across TV, radio and more, and players will be able to access new player welcome offers.  

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