Tulalip tribe confirms it’s in discussions about joining a bid to bring the Sonics back to Washington, but with a stadium potentially in Marysville.
Reports have surfaced private equity firm BlackSun has submitted a bid to bring a National Basketball Association franchise back to Western Washington, with a proposed stadium location on or near tribal land in Marysville. The Tulalip Tribes confirmed the development group is involved in discussions about the possibility of being part of the bid.
The proposal could mark a potential return for the Supersonics franchise, which previously played in Seattle. In a statement, the Tulalip Tribes expressed support for participating in the effort to bring the team back to the region, noting sports provide community connections while offering opportunities to expand tribal entertainment options and diversify the local economy…