Dundon’s Blazers Move and the Vegas Gambit | Portland Trail Blazers News

Tom Dundon turned down an eight-billion-dollar NBA expansion dream in Vegas for the Portland Trail Blazers at a mere four-point-two billion — a savvy move that skips the costly startup phase and taps into an existing fanbase. But with the Moda Center lease expiring in 2030 and negotiations stalled, Dundon’s leverage could be his biggest asset. He might push for a new arena or better terms — or even threaten relocation to Raleigh, where he already owns the Hurricanes. With the NBA Commissioner watching and a young, promising roster on deck, this deal could turn into a masterstroke — or a high-stakes gamble that reshapes the future of the Blazers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f79d65736f070b2f