Overview
- NBA spokesman Mike Bass confirmed Gov. Bob Ferguson initiated a Zoom call with Commissioner Adam Silver to introduce himself and discuss the Seattle market.
- Ferguson’s office said he offered to be helpful in efforts to bring the SuperSonics back to Seattle.
- The meeting appeared on the governor’s public calendar and was described as an introductory conversation requested by Ferguson.
- Adam Silver has said the NBA expects to decide on expansion in 2026, identifying Seattle and Las Vegas as leading candidates under evaluation.
- Local advocates expressed cautious optimism following the call, while the league continues to assess market economics and no expansion commitment has been made.