NBA Commissioner Adam Silver told the Pat McAfee Show on Tuesday that while actual expansion is “still a few seasons away,” the Emerald City is absolutely in the mix, with discussions “ongoing about Las Vegas and Seattle right now.” Yeah, you heard that right, Seattle. Our NBA dream isn’t just a distant memory anymore.
The Emerald City’s Case Is Solid
Silver didn’t mince words about why Seattle remains a top contender. He specifically pointed to our “great arena” and that undeniable “great NBA tradition” here in the Emerald City. You know it, I know it, and apparently, the Commissioner knows it too. Climate Pledge Arena is ready, the fans are ready, and our history speaks for itself. We’ve got the infrastructure and the passionate fanbase that few other cities can match. This isn’t just wishful thinking; it’s a recognition of what Seattle brings to the table.
The Competition and That “Few Seasons Away” Buzzkill
But as always, Seattle isn’t the only city vying for a spot. Las Vegas is definitely in the picture, with Silver noting their “insatiable appetite for sports and entertainment.” Plus, there are “several groups now thinking of even building a brand-new arena in town,” which Silver called “maybe the most spectacular arena ever.” And hey, Mexico City is even on the radar “down the road,” a huge market with a “burgeoning huge basketball base” and a “large Mexican-American population.” So yeah, it’s not a done deal yet.
The catch? Silver flat-out said expansion is “still a few seasons away.” Ugh. I know, right? We’ve been waiting for what feels like forever. But the good news, the *real* news, is that “discussions are ongoing about Las Vegas and Seattle right now.” We’re not just a pipe dream anymore, we’re at the table.
So, what now for us, the 12s, the real heart of this city? We keep that energy up. We keep showing the league why the Emerald City *deserves* its team back. The wait might be a few seasons longer, but knowing we’re actively in the conversation? That’s a win for now. Let’s keep that dream alive, Seattle.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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