‘Bring Back the Sonics,’ ‘Vegas Does Not Deserve (a Team)’ — NBA Fans React to Latest Update on League’s ‘$10 Billion’ Expansion Plans
‘Bring Back the Sonics,’ ‘Vegas Does Not Deserve (a Team)’ — NBA Fans React to Latest Update on League’s ‘$10 Billion’ Expansion Plans
Brandon Taylor Tue, September 15, 2026 at 11:08 PM UTC
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Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver under the board showing the 2026 NBA draft first round results at Barclays Center. © Brad Penner-Imagn Images
NBA expansion seems inevitable at this point, with league Commissioner Adam Silver continuing to discuss the topic. Las Vegas and Seattle remain the likely destinations for new teams, and top league insider Shams Charania revealed the latest news on expansion talks, with the NBA World providing instant reactions.
Las Vegas NBA Expansion Bids Reportedly Reaching $10 Billion as Seattle Talks Continue
Charania reported that proposals for a Las Vegas expansion team are reaching and potentially exceeding $10 billion, while discussions involving Seattle continue. Charania also revealed that conversations regarding the NBA returning to Seattle are continuing, with the league hopeful of adding two new teams as soon as the start of the 2028-29 season.
Interest in an NBA team in Las Vegas remains mixed, with one fan saying, “Vegas does not deserve expansion, they are a bandwagon town.”
Another fan used the news to take a shot at league icon LeBron James, saying, “If you wonder why LeBron been selling his soul for cash, it’s so he can own Las Vegas team btw.”
Many fans believe that Las Vegas wouldn’t be a dedicated NBA host city, given the many other entertainment options around the city.
James has previously spoken about his dream of eventually owning an NBA team, with many fans speculating that he would love to see that happen in Las Vegas.
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Other fans are more interested in the NBA returning to Seattle, with one fan saying, “Bring back the Sonics.”
The Sonics were one of the Western Conference’s top franchises before relocation to Oklahoma City following the 2007-2008 season. Known for its passionate fan base, Seattle has consistently pushed the league to bring a team back to the city.
Another fan took a shot at the ongoing Los Angeles Clippers controversy, saying, “Man, just move the Clippers to Seattle starting next season.”
The NBA severely punished the Clippers for salary cap circumvention regarding former star Kawhi Leonard, by forcing the organization to forfeit five first-round draft picks, fining them $30 million, and suspending owner Steve Ballmer for a year.
Other fans are generally excited, with one saying, “I can’t wait! We’ve needed expansion in the NBA for years.”
Some notable figures have criticized the NBA’s expansion plans, believing they will further harm the overall product. However, it appears Silver and the league are full speed ahead and eagerly await announcing the arrival of new teams.
This article originally appeared on Pro Football Network.
Source: “AOL Sports”
