The Office of the Governor of the State of Washington
03/25/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/25/2026 10:04
Governor Ferguson statement on NBA expansion vote
March 25, 2026
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SEATTLE -Governor Bob Ferguson released the following statement after the NBA Board of Governors voted to explore expansion to Seattle:
"For two decades, Washingtonians have mourned the loss of our Sonics. Today's vote is a milestone in the effort to bring NBA basketball back home.
"The time is right. The state-of-the-art Climate Pledge Arena already hosts professional basketball and hockey with the Storm, Kraken, and Torrent in front of a dedicated fanbase. And we know we have the best fans in the NBA.
"Bringing the Sonics back is a top priority, and the state will be a strong partner in this effort. I plan to be there at tipoff with thousands of fellow fans when the Sonics return."
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