# Sonics' Return Uncertain

> NBA expansion to Seattle no longer guaranteed after Silver's comments.
- Title: Sonics' Return Uncertain · Seattletimes | Shortify
- Summary: NBA expansion to Seattle no longer guaranteed after Silver's comments. NBA commissioner Adam Silver said Seattle expansion is no longer a lock as league…
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- Source: Seattletimes — https://seattletimes.com/sports/sonics/sonics-return-no-longer-a-lock-according-to-espn-report
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## NBA Expansion Status
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said Seattle expansion is no longer a lock at the board of governors meeting.

> no longer a lock
## Las Vegas Bids
Three potential ownership groups in Las Vegas could bid for more than $10 billion with arena plans.
## Seattle Venue
Seattle has Climate Pledge Arena ready for a team with no arena uncertainty.
## Seattle Bid Status
Seattle's bid is substantially lower than Las Vegas offers with fewer competition to drive price.
## Key takeaway

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said Seattle expansion is no longer a lock as league prioritizes Las Vegas bids.