The effort to bring the Seattle Supersonics back to Seattle just picked up an unexpected new partner. Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson has partnered with Chris Hansen and the group trying to build a new arena in SoDo.
This is a massive boost for the effort that has run into considerable political roadblocks. Wilson gives the group a new “front man” to help sway public opinion and get the city council on board with the project.
There’s been some reluctance to embrace Hansen by the council. It’ll be much tougher for them to say no to Seattle’s charismatic QB than it was for the hedge fund manager.