Mike Abdenour is a highly respected athletic trainer who has spent over 30 years working in the NBA, including 18 years as the Head Athletic Trainer for the Detroit Pistons. Abdenour earned his degree in Athletic Training from Eastern Michigan University in 1976 and began his career in the NBA with the Phoenix Suns in 1988. He joined the Pistons in 2000, and during his time there, he played an instrumental role in helping the team win the NBA Championship in 2004.

Abdenour's career has been marked by his dedication to helping players stay healthy and recover from injuries. He has been praised for his attention to detail and his ability to develop personalized training programs for each player. In addition to his work with the Pistons, Abdenour has also served as the Head Athletic Trainer for the USA Men's Basketball team, and has worked with several other professional sports teams throughout his career.

Throughout his career, Abdenour has been recognized for his contributions to the field of athletic training. In 2011, he was inducted into the National Athletic Trainers' Association Hall of Fame, and in 2014, he was named the NBA's Athletic Trainer of the Year. Today, Abdenour is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished and respected athletic trainers in the NBA, and his legacy continues to inspire and inform the next generation of trainers and sports medicine professionals.

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