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Cantwell Statement on NBA Board Vote to Formally Consider Expansion to Seattle
March 25, 2026
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release:

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Cantwell Statement on NBA Board Vote to Formally Consider Expansion to Seattle

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03.25.26

WASHINGTON, D.C. - This morning, the NBA's Board of Governors voted to open a negotiation window to expand teams into Seattle and Las Vegas, a process that could result in the two franchises tipping off in the 2028-2029 season.

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