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As NBA commissioner plans Portland visit, one big question remains unanswered
Oregon will provide $365 million in bonds and local governments $208 million for the Moda Center renovation tied to a 20-year lease and team sale.
- On Friday, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver will attend the Portland Trail Blazers game and be joined by Oregon Senator Ron Wyden, who said Silver called him before heading to Oregon.
- SB 1501 passed the legislature last week to raise $365 million in bonds as part of a $600 million renovation package, with the city of Portland and Multnomah County contributing a combined $208 million.
- The Moda Center, opened in 1995, is the NBA's oldest facility never to undergo major renovations. Officials told FOX 12 a public showing is planned during Silver's visit, though specifics remain undisclosed.
- Renovation funding is tied to the ongoing team sale, drawing mixed local reactions; some residents question the investment's worth, though the Blazers have issued favorable statements about the legislation.
- Next weekend the Moda Center hosts men's NCAA Tournament first and second rounds, and is set to host the women's Final Four in 2030. Officials say many renovation details still require finalization.
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NBA Commissioner Silver visits Portland after passage of bill to help fund arena renovations
PORTLAND, Ore (AP) — NBA Commissioner Adam Silver attended the Portland Trail Blazers' game against the Utah Jazz on Friday night following the Oregon Legislature's approval of funds for the renovation of the Moda Center.
·Toronto, Canada
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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver comes to Portland
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is visiting Portland to attend a Trail Blazers game with Oregon Senator Ron Wyden, where they discussed the recently passed SB 1501 legislation to fund arena renovations and the possibility of bringing large events to the renovated Moda Center.
·Portland, United States
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