Seattle has heard plenty of encouraging talk about getting the SuperSonics back. Jamal Crawford has been around for enough of it to know that hope comes with some caution. But he’s willing to put his name behind this effort. Crawford…
Former NBA player Jamal Crawford is advising an investment group led by Seattle Kraken owner Samantha Holloway aiming to bring the SuperSonics back to Seattle. Speaking to ESPN, Crawford expressed optimism about the latest effort, stating that "this time feels different" compared to previous attempts. Holloway's ownership group also features high-profile figures such as Melinda French Gates and Amazon CEO Andy Jassy.
Sources told ESPN that the group carries an estimated valuation of around $6 billion and holds a major advantage with a majority stake in Climate Pledge Arena. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has indicated he hopes to reach a resolution regarding league expansion by the end of the year, while former Sonics player Detlef Schrempf reaffirmed the city's enduring basketball culture.
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