<p>Hall of Fame NBA reporter David Aldridge joins host Danny Ball for a deep dive into the history and future of the league. They kick things off with a look back at the Washington Bullets’ 1978 title win over the Seattle SuperSonics and the ripple effects of franchise relocations since. From economic hurdles to expansion politics, Aldridge unpacks what it really takes for a team to move...or return.   Follow us on IG: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/iconic_sonics/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">@iconic_sonics</a></p>

Hall of Fame NBA reporter David Aldridge joins host Danny Ball for a deep dive into the history and future of the league. They kick things off with a look back at the Washington Bullets’ 1978 title win over the Seattle SuperSonics and the ripple effects of franchise relocations since. From economic hurdles to expansion politics, Aldridge unpacks what it really takes for a team to move...or return. Follow us on IG: @iconic_sonics

<p>Hall of Fame NBA reporter David Aldridge joins host Danny Ball for a deep dive into the history and future of the league. They kick things off with a look back at the Washington Bullets’ 1978 title win over the Seattle SuperSonics and the ripple effects of franchise relocations since. From economic hurdles to expansion politics, Aldridge unpacks what it really takes for a team to move...or return.&nbsp;  Follow us on IG:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/iconic_sonics/" rel="noopener noreferrer">@iconic_sonics</a></p>

David Aldridge Talks NBA Expansion, Offseason News + His Love For Seattle

Iconic Sonics celebrates the history of the great Seattle SuperSonics, including the team’s journey and experiences in Seattle.  It explores the stars and stories that made NBA basketball in Seattle legendary.

Here in 2025, we're also looking closer at the anticipated return of the Sonics and the NBA to Seattle.  Our Hosts and Guests are diving into topics including the NBA Expansion process and timeline, the ownership group and more!   

Iconic Sonics is presented by Rise Above with additional partners including the Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Epic Seats, The Edgewater Hotel, the Hall Group and Simply Seattle.

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Iconic Sonics celebrates the history of the great Seattle SuperSonics, including the team’s journey and experiences in Seattle. It explores the stars and stories that made NBA basketball in Seattle legendary. Here in 2025, we're also looking closer at the anticipated return of the Sonics and the NBA to Seattle. Our Hosts and Guests are diving into topics including the NBA Expansion process and timeline, the ownership group and more! Iconic Sonics is presented by Rise Above with additional partners including the Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Epic Seats, The Edgewater Hotel, the Hall Group and Simply Seattle.

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