Read NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s Full Statement on the Trail Blazers
Blazer's Edge • • sports
Key Points:
- NBA Commissioner Adam Silver expressed his hope and belief that the Portland Trail Blazers can remain successful in Portland, emphasizing the importance of reaching a viable long-term arena deal with local officials.
- Silver acknowledged that while team relocations have occurred in the past due to various circumstances, he would consider it a failure if the Trail Blazers were to leave Portland, given the strong community support.
- He highlighted the need for a state-of-the-art arena in Portland, noting that the current facility ranks among the lowest in the league and is inadequate for modern multi-use purposes like concerts and conventions.
- Silver mentioned ongoing discussions with Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon and other NBA owners, offering the league's assistance to help facilitate negotiations and achieve a sustainable solution.
- The commissioner called for a reduction in tensions during negotiations, stressing the importance of securing a long-term future for both NBA and WNBA basketball in Portland.
