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Originally published February 16, 2012 at 1:12 PM | Page modified February 16, 2012 at 3:25 PM
Arena reaction from Paul Allen, Seahawks and Sounders FC
Statements from Paul Allen and executives of Seahawks and Sounders
"It was a sad day when the Sonics left Seattle, a move I opposed. It's exciting to think about the NBA coming back to Seattle and renewing the rivalry with the Portland Trail Blazers. However, it is too early for me to comment any further without a specific plan or proposal to review."
— Paul G. Allen, owner of Seattle Seahawks and the Portland Trail Blazers
"We support anything that is good for the Seattle community and downtown development. Both the Seahawks and Sounders believe that the economic and cultural benefits of professional sports are a central and important contributor to any community's growth."
— Peter McLoughlin, president of the Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Sounders FC and First & Goal, Inc., and Adrian Hanauer, owner and general manager of Sounders FC
