Local restaurants and bars near Climate Pledge Arena are feeling real excitement as the news of the NBA Board of Governors approved a vote to explore expansion

One Roof Sports and Entertainment is expected to pursue ownership of an NBA team now that the league owners greenlit exploring expansion.

The ownership of the Seattle Kraken announced the creation of One Roof Sports and Entertainment on Monday, an umbrella corporation that will oversee the group's current sports portfolio with an eye toward a possible bid for an NBA expansion franchise.

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and members of the Seattle City Council shared a joint resolution Tuesday to affirm Seattle’s “readiness” to bring back the Seattle SuperSonics, and affirm that Climate Pledge Arena is prepared to host the team’s return.

It is a big day for Seattle sports fans, with the NBA’s 30 voters voting in favor of expansion exploration for Seattle and Las Vegas.

The Seattle Storm is rolling out a packed 2026 home schedule of theme nights, community celebrations and giveaways at Climate Pledge Arena.

The Kraken unveiled Monday a new phase of the organization days before one of the most important benchmarks in the pursuit of the NBA returning to Seattle.

Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle on March 21, 2025, as players from Maryland and Grand Canyon teams are introduced for an NCAA March Madness men's basketball first-round game.

The time is right. The state-of-the-art Climate Pledge Arena already hosts professional basketball and hockey with the Storm, Kraken, and Torrent in front of a dedicated fanbase. And we know we have the best fans in the NBA.