<p>Arguably the greatest Sonic in history, Gary Payton joins this episode and the Glove shares amazing details here about his defensive philosophy, partnership with Shawn Kemp, experiences with Coach George Karl, desire to run a future NBA front office in Seattle and so much more.</p>

Arguably the greatest Sonic in history, Gary Payton joins this episode and the Glove shares amazing details here about his defensive philosophy, partnership with Shawn Kemp, experiences with Coach George Karl, desire to run a future NBA front office in Seattle and so much more.

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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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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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