Adam Silver’s plans on next NBA city has fans BEGGING, “Seattle got too much passion to not have a team”
Adam Silver acknowledges NBA expansion potential to Seattle and Las Vegas, fans' excitement builds
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In an exciting development for basketball fans across the United States, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has acknowledged the possibility of expanding the league to cities like Seattle and Las Vegas in the near future. During a recent appearance with the “Inside the NBA” crew before Game 2 of the NBA Finals in Denver, Silver expressed his belief that expansion is unavoidable for the league.
While no specific plans have been revealed, Silver highlighted the logical progression of a successful organization that continues to grow. He acknowledged the interest from numerous cities in hosting an NBA team and emphasized the potential for expansion over time. However, he made it clear that the league would not pursue expansion until after securing its new media rights, with negotiations expected to commence next spring.
“We don’t have anything specific in mind right now, but I think it makes sense over time,” Silver said via NBA TV. “If you’re a successful organization that continues to grow, there’s no doubt there’s a lot of cities who are interested in having the NBA.”
Although there is still much to be done, the confirmation that the NBA is seriously considering adding teams is significant. Speculation about a potential expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas has been circulating since before the start of the 2022-23 season. Esteemed basketball insider Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN confirmed these rumors, identifying Seattle and Las Vegas as top runners for potential expansion.
For Seattle, a city that has been starved of professional basketball since the departure of the Supersonics to Oklahoma City in 2008, the return of an NBA team seems like a natural fit. The city’s rich basketball history and passionate fan base make it an appealing destination for an expansion franchise.
In Las Vegas, the success of the NHL’s Golden Knights, who are currently competing for the Stanley Cup, has showcased the city’s potential as a sports hub. Furthermore, with rumors circulating about a potential MLB team relocating to Las Vegas, the addition of an NBA team would solidify the city’s standing in professional sports.
NBA fans take to Twitter, eager for expansion to Seattle
News of NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s comments regarding potential expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas has sparked a wave of excitement among basketball fans on Twitter. The possibility of the return of an NBA team to Seattle, in particular, has generated significant buzz and impassioned appeals from fans who believe the city’s basketball heritage deserves to be revived.
One fan tweeted, “Seattle got too much passion to not have a team” Another fan echoed the sentiment, stating, “I’m not from there but Seattle needs a team back”
The outpouring of support for a Seattle expansion team highlights the enduring connection between the city and its basketball culture. Fans believe that Seattle’s vibrant sports scene, coupled with its dedicated fan base, makes it an ideal candidate for an NBA franchise.
As negotiations for new media rights approach next spring, basketball enthusiasts across will eagerly anticipate further updates on the potential expansion to Seattle, Las Vegas, and beyond. The NBA’s careful consideration of expanding to these cities signals a new era of growth and excitement for the league, one that fans are eagerly awaiting.
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