Misc Update 05/17/13
I just want to say that I am not into the concept of routing for Sacramento's arena to fail. I get that some people want to and don't enforce my moral lines on other people but that's just not the...
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From 1967-2007: A History of the Sonics Drafts
Taking a look back at all the original Seattle SuperSonics.
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Your Help is Needed
I would not have continued to fight for the Sonics if it were not for the inspiration provided by the Boom Squad(AKA The Massive Monkee Dance Crew). They and the rest of Seattle's artistic...
Misc Update 05/17/13
I just want to say that I am not into the concept of routing for Sacramento's arena to fail. I get that some people want to and don't enforce my moral lines on other people but that's just not the...
Potshots by David Stern
and will it get better with Adam Silver?
Report: Hansen Still In Talks With NBA
As of late last night, I was told the Sea group was still "bargaining" with NBA. For what I don't know Could explain last tweets from Mannix— Dave Softy Mahler (@Softykjr) May 17, 2013 Not...
1967 NBA Draft: Seattle Supersonics Pick Review
On May 3, 1967 the 21st annual NBA draft was held. The Seattle Supersonics and the San Diego Rockets held their expansion just two days earlier were going to be picking their first picks from...
Brian Robinson's Message to Sonics Fans
Friends, I apologize for a lack of participation over the last 24 hours. Between media obligations, catching up on badly neglected personal work and a regrouping that I think you can all...
Why expansion may not be an easy solution
Now at sonicsrising - why fans shouldn't hang their hats strictly on a nebulous promise of expansion from the commissioner-in-waiting.
I learned early on that life's not fair.
As per the commissioner who shall remain nameless - no. A victory for Sacramento? Certainly. Congrats to them. Without a question though, this did NOT go as the NBA would've liked. Yet another...
1967 Seattle SuperSonics Expansion Draft Review
Taking a look back at all the original Seattle SuperSonics.
The Fight Is Not Over For Seattle
For the first time today I wore my Sonics shooting shirt that I bought in 2007. Underneath that I have my "Beat OKC" shirt on. I had considered it a lucky shirt, still do, also wearing my lucky...
Trey Burke: We Hardly Knew Ye
This is going to be the last article that I post that has to deal with how I'm feeling about the whole situation and the events of yesterday. Can't dwell on this for much longer, it's not healthy. ...
Sonics/Kings Post Vote Press Conference
Let's talk about the decision and how the vote went. Live feed here
(Franchise) Buyer Beware
Aggressive attacks directed towards Steve Ballmer and Chris Hansen may be an indicator that being an NBA owner might not be as great as it was originally thought to be.
Chris Hansen Has Made Presentation to BoG
Was said that he left the room relaxed and smiling. KJ and Sacramento are in there now. They are expected to get about 30 minutes as well.
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8Brian Robinson on CNBC
Sonics Rising's own Brian Robinson made an appearance on CNBC on Wednesday. Check him out!
Turns Out the National Narrative Is About Seattle
It's not about Seattle, it's about Sacramento. If this is truly the case, then why does everyone not living in the Pacific Northwest seem to be worried about Seattle and what we are doing? ...
So... No New News in Seattle/Sacramento Situation
At least there is going to be an amazing party at Neumo's to go to tonight. Did we mention it's free?
Sonics Rally at FX McRory’s with KJR & at Neumos
Softy of KJR to do live broadcast today from FX McRory's Softy will be at FX Mcrory's from 3-6:30PM today, broadcasting live. At 5:30PM there will be a cheer and massive group photo taken. So...
Expansion VS Litigation
With the potential for massive litigation looming and an unprecedented offer in front of them the NBA should reconsider their options and award an expansion franchise to either Sacramento or Seattle.
Maloofs/Hansen/Ballmer Cut New Deal
Sources -- Maloof family cuts new deal for Sacramento Kings - ESPNThe group trying to move the Sacramento Kings to Seattle is continuing to be relentless in its pursuit. That includes the...
Money's No Object!
Don't ever say they were not committed. Do not every forget how far they were willing to go for you. It helps to have more money than everybody else. We love you Chris! h...
Sacramento does not have money in escrow
Longtime NBA beat writer @ricbucher reports Sac #NBAKings group still seeking investors: sulia.com/channel/basket… — Chris Daniels (@ChrisDaniels5) May 10, 2013
Misc. News and Notes
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The High Road
Kevin Johnson wants Steve Ballmer and Chris Hansen to "be gracious" and go about their business. As "poachers" he believes that the group has less of a right to defend their contractual...
Breaking: Maloofs told to take Sacramento offer
Inside word is M's have been told to take Sac offer for Kings, period. — R.E. Graswich (@REGraswich) May 9, 2013 Now this is officially antitrust and should not be allowed. If the...
How Does Antitrust Apply?
The following information has not been verified for accuracy and is not intended as legal advice. Rather it is intended as a general information resource for people who wish to better understand...
