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The Texas Longhorns basketball team gives Portland Trail Blazers a comfortable landing spot in Austin
TL;DR
The Texas Longhorns basketball team plays at the Moody Center, a top-tier venue in Austin. Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon is considering relocating the team to Austin if a new arena isn't built in Portland.
Key points
- Texas Longhorns play at the Moody Center in Austin
- Moody Center is a LEED Gold Certified venue
- Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon is considering relocation
- Austin and Nashville are potential new locations for the team
- Austin's economy and geography are appealing for relocation
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The Texas Longhorns basketball team plays in one of the most world-class arenas in college sports: the Moody Center. While only seating around 10,000 for basketball games, the state-of-the-art, Matthew McConaughey-inspired venue in downtown Austin, situated on the University of Texas’ campus, is a LEED Gold Certified venue that fits the NBA’s cultural vision.
New Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon wants a new arena in the Rose City. If he can’t get it, though, rumor has it he could consider various cities across the country. That includes Nashville and Austin. Dundon, a Dallas native, reportedly may be willing to consider a move to the Lone Star State’s capital.
“Even if the cities of emeralds and sin get two teams, there are still plenty of large markets that want to get in the game. Nashville and Austin are the two most obvious. The proximity of Austin to San Antonio presents a challenge, but the easy geography and access to an exploding economy may be too much for the rest of the owners to ignore. If the door is even cracked slightly, you’d have to think the Dallas-bred Thomas Dundon would leap at the chance to get into his home state’s capital city,” wrote.
Q&A
Why is the Portland Trail Blazers considering Austin for relocation?
The Portland Trail Blazers are considering Austin due to the potential lack of a new arena in Portland and the city's growing economy.
What is the Moody Center and why is it significant for basketball?
The Moody Center is a LEED Gold Certified arena in Austin that seats around 10,000 for basketball games and is recognized for its state-of-the-art facilities.
Who is Tom Dundon and what are his plans for the Trail Blazers?
Tom Dundon is the new owner of the Portland Trail Blazers, and he is exploring options for relocating the team to cities like Austin if a new arena is not built in Portland.
