Top 10 Cities That Most Deserve an NBA Team

1. Seattle, Washington

   

   Seattle is a seaport city on the west coast of the United States. It is the seat of King County, Washington. The city is known for its tech industry, including companies like Amazon and Microsoft, and for landmarks such as the Space Needle and Pike Place Market.

   We used to have an NBA team (Seattle Sonics). They moved to Oklahoma City before the 2008-2009 season because they couldn't get money for a new arena.

   I guess we better cheer for Portland now.

   They used to have an NBA team until 2008. Hopefully, they get a new team and play in the Seattle Kraken arena.

   Seattle and Pittsburgh need one, but I chose Seattle because at least Pittsburgh has an NHL team.

2. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

   

   Pittsburgh is a city in the western part of the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. It is the second most populous city in the state, following Philadelphia. Pittsburgh is known for its rich industrial history, vibrant cultural scene, and numerous bridges.

   The City of Pittsburgh really needs an NBA team because they do an outstanding job of supporting their other three major pro sports teams: the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Pittsburgh Penguins. All three teams are of average or above-average quality.

   The Steelers, in my opinion, are Pittsburgh's best pro sports team, with the Penguins coming in second and the Pirates third. The NBA is the only sport out of the four main major pro sports (NFL, MLB, NBA, and NHL) that Pittsburgh is missing. Like the other Pittsburgh pro sports teams, this would be a great rival to the Philadelphia 76ers.

   Here are some possible team names for a proposed Pittsburgh NBA expansion team:

   1. Pittsburgh Roadrunners

   2. Pittsburgh Zebras

   3. Pittsburgh Constructionmen

   4. Pittsburgh Bridgemen

3. St. Louis, Missouri

   

   St. Louis is an independent city and inland port in the U.S. state of Missouri. It is situated along the western bank of the Mississippi River, which forms Missouri's border with Illinois. The city is known for the Gateway Arch, a symbol of westward expansion, and has a strong cultural legacy in music... read more

   Sure, why not? They have a decent enough fanbase.

4. Cincinnati, Ohio

   I'm not saying this because I live here. I'm saying this because two great college basketball teams make this city basketball hungry.

   It could work. They have some passion for college basketball, at least.

   Possible names: Cincinnati Royals, Cincinnati Crushers.

5. Vancouver, British Columbia

   

   Vancouver is a coastal seaport city in western Canada, located in the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia. It is one of the most ethnically and linguistically diverse cities in the country. Vancouver is a popular filming location and was the host city of the 2010 Winter Olympics.

   I love the idea of having Canadian teams. It shows that the NBA has versatility!

   I need a Canadian NBA team to support if the Toronto Raptors get eliminated in the playoffs.

   That would be cool if Vancouver had an NBA team and they played in Rogers Arena.

6. San Diego, California

   

   San Diego is a city in the U.S. state of California. It is known for its mild year-round climate, beautiful beaches, and major tourist attractions such as the San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park. San Diego is also home to a large U.S. Navy presence and several universities.

   Yeah, they could use one. Send the Clippers to San Diego to go with the Padres.

   They could really use one right now.

   Give us a team!

7. Kansas City, Missouri

   They had an NBA team, but it relocated to Sacramento and did worse than expected there. I have to admit, this city really deserves an NBA team, especially considering the proud sports fans that live here. I hope it happens eventually.

   Chiefs and Royals fans are some of the most passionate out there. There's no reason why we can't support one.

   Royals fans are so passionate that they would be a great fit for a team like the Timberwolves.

8. Montreal, Quebec

   

   Montreal is the most populous municipality in the Canadian province of Quebec and the second-most populous in the country. It was originally known as Ville-Marie and takes its name from Mount Royal, a three-peaked hill located in the city center.... read more

   Montreal also wants an NBA team, possibly sharing with the Montreal Canadiens, but it's not confirmed yet whether one will be located there.

   They're the biggest city without an NBA team.

   The Canadiens and the Alouettes sell out almost every game.

9. Louisville, Kentucky

   This would be like putting an NFL team in Alabama.

   Call them the Mustangs.

   With UL being good, I think they could get one.

10. Las Vegas, Nevada

    

    Las Vegas, officially the City of Las Vegas and commonly called Vegas, is the most populous city in Nevada and the county seat of Clark County. With a population that ranks it 28th in the United States, it is known worldwide for its vibrant entertainment industry, casinos, and nightlife.... read more

    The Kings should move to Las Vegas because it now has a WNBA team but not an NBA team. It also has an NFL and an NHL team.

    Seems to be a hotspot for new teams. The Raiders and Golden Knights are already there.

The Newcomers
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    Grande Prairie, Alberta

    That would be cool if Grande Prairie had an NBA team and they played in Revolution Place.

12. ?

    Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

The Contenders

13. Baltimore, Maryland

    

    Baltimore has a huge fan base, and I know lots of people who would want an NBA team there. They have great baseball and football teams, so they deserve an NHL and an NBA team!

    The Baltimore Bullets might get a team there - bring on the Baltimore Bullets 2.0! But it's not confirmed yet.

    Sure, why not? They used to have a team. They could totally have one again.

14. Columbus, Ohio

    The Buckeyes have a great fan base, so an NBA team would have one as well.

    Go Buckeyes. Number one.

15. Nashville, Tennessee

    

    Nashville is the capital and largest city of the U.S. state of Tennessee. It is widely recognized for its role in the country music industry, earning it the nickname Music City. The city is home to major landmarks such as the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame.

    The only way this could work is if the Memphis Grizzlies were to leave.

    Austin, we got enough teams in Texas. Tennessee needs another.

    Some teams that would be a great fit for Nashville: Timberwolves, Magic, and Kings.

16. Springfield, Massachusetts

    Yes, that is right. Put a basketball stadium in Springfield.

    Not much to say, but basketball was invented in this city.

17. Jacksonville, Florida

18. Tampa Bay, Florida

19. Buffalo, New York

    

    Buffalo is the second-largest city in the U.S. state of New York and the largest city in Western New York. It is located on the eastern shore of Lake Erie and at the head of the Niagara River. Buffalo is known for its historic architecture, cultural institutions, and as the birthplace of Buffalo wings... read more

    Bring back the Braves. #BUFFALOVSEVERYBODY

20. Edmonton, Alberta

    

    Edmonton, the capital of Alberta in Canada, is known for its vibrant festivals and striking natural beauty. The West Edmonton Mall is one of the largest shopping and entertainment complexes in North America, attracting millions of visitors each year. The North Saskatchewan River Valley provides a vast... read more

    It's a very big market and not too far from Seattle or Portland.

    That would be cool if Edmonton had an NBA team and they played in Rogers Place.

21. Winnipeg, Manitoba

    That would be cool if Winnipeg had an NBA team and they played in the Winnipeg Jets arena.

22. Virginia Beach, Virginia

    

    Virginia Beach is a coastal city in southeastern Virginia located along the Atlantic Ocean. It is known for its expansive sandy beaches, vibrant boardwalk, and popularity as a summer vacation destination. Tourists enjoy a range of activities such as swimming, surfing, fishing, and beachside entertainment.... read more

23. San Jose, California

    That would be cool if San Jose had an NBA team and they played in the San Jose Sharks arena.

24. Hartford, Connecticut

25. Anaheim, California

26. Atlantic City, New Jersey

27. Paris, France

    

    Paris is the capital and most populous city of France, covering an area of 105 square kilometers with an estimated population of 2,140,526 residents as of January 1, 2019. Since the 17th century, Paris has been a major center of finance, diplomacy, commerce, fashion, science, and the arts in Europe.... read more

    I don't live in France, but it would be great there.