14 cities that could possibly get an NBA team

Let’s take a look at 14 cities that might one day become a slam-dunk option for a new NBA franchise.

Seattle

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Seattle has seemingly wanted an NBA franchise not more than a few days after the SuperSonics packed up and headed to Oklahoma. If there ever were going to be an expansion team—or a transplant, for that matter—Seattle would be a logical choice, too. The Seattle-Tacoma market is in the top 15, and there are proven track records with the Seahawks and Mariners—the MLB franchise that inked a 17- year TV contract worth over a billion, which shows area television deals are attainable and sustainable.

Add in the national stage interest and storylines, which would get more play from Turner and ESPN, with a dash of the city’s wealth (i.e. ticket sales), and it’s almost a no-brainer.

Odds: 6 out of 10 

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