This thread is archived New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast It was the Kansas City-Omaha Kings, who split their games here and in Omaha. ._12xlue8dQ1odPw1J81FIGQ{display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle} Colquitt While You're Ahead. 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What are potential names for a Kansas City NBA Team? ._2cHgYGbfV9EZMSThqLt2tx{margin-bottom:16px;border-radius:4px}._3Q7WCNdCi77r0_CKPoDSFY{width:75%;height:24px}._2wgLWvNKnhoJX3DUVT_3F-,._3Q7WCNdCi77r0_CKPoDSFY{background:var(--newCommunityTheme-field);background-size:200%;margin-bottom:16px;border-radius:4px}._2wgLWvNKnhoJX3DUVT_3F-{width:100%;height:46px} The winning nickname, an allusion to the old Spanish settlers of northern California, was so loudly ridiculed in the weeks that followed that fans claimed that the contest was fixed. According to the Gouvernement du Canada, the name Canada comes from a Huron-Iroquois word meaning village or settlement. No French-speaking Montrealer will go to a game with a team with an English name. Final thoughts: An NBA. theframjak (author) from East Coast on October 25, 2013: More great names at http://blog.draftkings.com/33-funny-fantasy-basket last season i went with JHarden Superstarden. On July 27th, 2021, Mahomes announced he would become a member of the Sporting Club ownership group of Sporting Kansas City. The National Basketball Association (NBA) is one of the most popular sports leagues in the US and Canada , consisting of 30 teams (29 in the US and 1 in Canada). Vancouver: Vikings, Volcanoes, Mounties. Fantasy Basketball Names - 2023 Bracketball Full Metal Bracket Harry Balls One Man Wolf Pack TV Teddy Bo Knows Loose Balls Marchmageddon Bubblicious Breaking Cardinal Rules The Louisville Escorts Brack On Track Buzzer Beaters Bill Walton Smells Colors F--- 'Em Bucky Shock It To Me Find the perfect funny name for your fantasy basketball team. Lots of people remember the Kansas. Part of the reason for me is because of the rivalry between Kansas City and St. Louis, especially between the Royals and Cardinals. 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Colorado's hockey team, the Rockies, bolted for New Jersey in 1982, and by the time Denver got a new team in 1995, the local baseball team had usurped the name. Kansas city NBA team name I'm trying to make a team but I'm stuck on the name of it This thread is archived New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast 2 2 Related Topics NBA Basketball Professional sport Sports 2 comments Best awkwardalvin [PSN: Awkwardalvin] 2 yr. ago The mesquites? Schramm finally settled on Cowboys shortly before the team's inaugural season. Avalanche eventually beat out Black Bears, Outlaws, Storm, Wranglers, Renegades, Rapids, and Cougars. In this article, we give a current outlook on the future possibilities of a Kansas City NBA team. The NBA is an active member of USA Basketball, which is recognized by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) as the national governing body for basketball in the country. Sasha the Slasher. Lol. Sports Fan Focus is owned by VFK Digital LLC, a limited liability company located in Kansas, USA. FEB 19 WILEY'S OPINION Former NFL standout Marcellus Wiley . Kansas City is well-known for having energetic sports fans that are enthusiastic about a wide range of sports. That name had its own problems since there was already a minor league baseball team called the Rangers. In recent years, especially after the pandemic hit in 2020, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has spoken with more frequency about the possibility of adding at least two additional NBA teams for a total of 32. ._3-SW6hQX6gXK9G4FM74obr{display:inline-block;vertical-align:text-bottom;width:16px;height:16px;font-size:16px;line-height:16px} Rumors have been going around about the NBA receiving two expansion teams. The NBA followed, and the Toronto Raptors potentially needed a temporary home while Canada fought off Covid-19. Edit: Cyclones, Cattlemen, Monarchs, Dragons, Warlords, Pioneers, Supremes, Rustlers, Storms. Was hoping you guys could throw some at me for inspiration. 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Reddit's home for anything and everything related to the NBA 2K series. There is no question that Kansas City is an avid sports market. theframjak (author) from East Coast on January 17, 2013: theframjak (author) from East Coast on December 19, 2012: Thanks for reading and thanks for the suggestions. The NBA didn't want a team in Kentucky and paid out businessman and Colonels owner John Y. "From a fan's standpoint, I can see how this game would have been a lot of fun to watch," Brown said. When the time comes for the NBA to expand I hope they take into consideration Kansas City and all that it can provide. With all of the ties to Kansas City, Mahomes could eventually lobby for an NBA team to expand to Kansas City. Artichokes. The proposed global logo for the Kansas City Reign basketball team. Seattle seems like a sure bet for an expansion team should the league expand, and according to Grange, it's looking more and more like a contender as talks continue. I plan on answering this acronym through the article. Sharks won out for being both fierce and local - seven species of shark made their home in a stretch off the California coast called The Red Triangle. The 30-team league hasn't added a new franchise since 2004, when the Charlotte Bobcats (now . After almost making it through his rookie contract, Mahomes would sign a ten-year, $450,000,000 deal, not making him a free agent until 37 years old. St. The Kansas City Royals have been there for decades, and when the city had an NBA team, they were the Kansas City Kings. The T-Mobile Center located in downtown Kansas City would be the likeliest home for an NBA team. . Kings, like before. murphyhomesjoey Baltimore Bluefin's. 1_fine_teacher Not too sure of what the name should be, but it should be a bird name to follow suit with Ravens & Orioles. When the Washington Football Team retired the use of their "Redskins" nickname, attention naturally turned to Kansas City as well. The B indicates having a billionaire in your corner and I think KC has something better. Alas, except for relocations, we're now in an era where team names will always be indicative of the area. The NBA believes they have done a better job of dispersing its star power, but to some the league still looks pretty top heavy. Yep. Hungry Hippos. .FIYolDqalszTnjjNfThfT{max-width:256px;white-space:normal;text-align:center} Arrowhead Stadium serves as the venue for various intercollegiate football games. Other names considered included the Sharks and Stingrays. Before we discuss further the chances that Kansas City gets an NBA team, lets discuss how probable it is that the NBA expands soon. He's a member of the Hunt family . Oilers. theframjak (author) from East Coast on March 16, 2013: JoeShmoeBro, thanks for reading and providing some cool suggestions. NBA commissioner Adam Silver has flagged the potential for expansion in the first time in his tenure. He left the team in 1976 but went on to a have a great NBA career. There are a lot of reasons to believe that Kansas City will at least be in the running for an NBA team. There are 200 names to choose from here, ranging from snarky to goofy and everything in between. The Kansas City Royals have been there for decades, and when the city had an NBA team, they were the Kansas City Kings. And one I'd like to make is the Jacksonville Jackals. http://blog.draftkings.com/33-funny-fantasy-basket Dr. BealgoodHuhHuh? Kansas City If we consider Seattle a lock, the next two cities that might host a new NBA team include Las Vegas or Kansas City. Buck ONeil Diamond MVP Award from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City for the teams charitable efforts with the Dinner on Ice event, which has raised nearly half a million dollars since the inception of the event.. Another example is the Kansas City Mavericks, a hockey team that is entering their fourth season as an ECHL affiliate of the NHLs Calgary Flames. I have answered A-B-C-D and feel that Kansas City could support an NBA team. KC has hosted an NBA team in the past and has the T-Mobile Center in the heart of downtown. Fighting Koalas. What Cities Are More Likely to Get an NBA Team. At the same time, however, there has to be new markets ready to accept new teams and there needs to be enough star power to support additional markets. Best Team Names. The B is simple: Who is your billionaire? Football. If the money is in fact there, the next thing that Kansas City would have to prove is that there is a market for an NBA team in Kansas City. These are collections of strong team name ideas. Read on for some witty fantasy basketball team names. Im not good at art im more of an idea guy. mine this year- NashtyKobeNda SwaggyBoozers. Zion Williamson, PF, New Orleans Pelicans. I appreciate the compliment and the team name suggestion. That's a solid idea, I've been trying to think of something where I could use pink as the main color. I'd love to hear a name for every city of you're up for that, Louisville Colonels, like the ABA Kentucky Colonels. Detroit would never be the Lions today. ._3oeM4kc-2-4z-A0RTQLg0I{display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-ms-flex-pack:justify;justify-content:space-between} Before Kansas City can be considered to host a new NBA team, the NBA has to decide to expand to new markets with new teams. Many believe that even if there is no expansion in the short term, Seattle could possibly lure a current NBA team to relocate there. Anyone is welcome to use the logos I uploaded on XB1. The nickname beat out Polars by a 2-1 margin in the final vote. Add expansion teams in Kansas city and Las Vegas. @keyframes ibDwUVR1CAykturOgqOS5{0%{transform:rotate(0deg)}to{transform:rotate(1turn)}}._3LwT7hgGcSjmJ7ng7drAuq{--sizePx:0;font-size:4px;position:relative;text-indent:-9999em;border-radius:50%;border:4px solid var(--newCommunityTheme-bodyTextAlpha20);border-left-color:var(--newCommunityTheme-body);transform:translateZ(0);animation:ibDwUVR1CAykturOgqOS5 1.1s linear infinite}._3LwT7hgGcSjmJ7ng7drAuq,._3LwT7hgGcSjmJ7ng7drAuq:after{width:var(--sizePx);height:var(--sizePx)}._3LwT7hgGcSjmJ7ng7drAuq:after{border-radius:50%}._3LwT7hgGcSjmJ7ng7drAuq._2qr28EeyPvBWAsPKl-KuWN{margin:0 auto} That player was Nate "Tiny" Archibald who became the first player ever to lead the NBA in scoring and assists, averaging 34.0 points and 11.4 assists per game. Id say its caused us to maybe dust off some of the analyses on the economic and competitive impacts of expansion. Voted up and funny. Arrowhead holds the Guinness world record for "loudest crowd roar" at a sports stadium, which Guinness recorded at142.2 decibelsduring a 41-14 victory over the Patriots on Sept. 29, 2014. Go with the Kansas City. I'll add it to the list. We will make sure the right folks know #KCMO and @tmobilecenter are ready. HubPages is a registered trademark of The Arena Platform, Inc. Other product and company names shown may be trademarks of their respective owners. ked Fantasy Football Team Names. Oh, can I use the San Fran logo and name you did? Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports. According to kcmavericks.com, The Kansas City Mavericks have been awarded numerous community and league awards over the years, including the Harry S. Truman Special Community Service Recognition Award by the City of Independence, and claiming CHL Franchise of the Year in four consecutive seasons. theframjak (author) from East Coast on October 01, 2016: Hey everyone. .s5ap8yh1b4ZfwxvHizW3f{color:var(--newCommunityTheme-metaText);padding-top:5px}.s5ap8yh1b4ZfwxvHizW3f._19JhaP1slDQqu2XgT3vVS0{color:#ea0027} The Right Mix. 327.) Also Useful: Cool Clan Names Ideas (2022) Good NBA 2K Clan Names (2022) A clan is an all-encompassing term for a group of people, usually those who share a common interest. Advertisement Virginia Beach, Virginia DANIEL SLIM/AFP via Getty Images There was a proposal to bring a franchise to Virginia Beach in 2017. Vizcaino, 26, played briedly for New England and Arizona last year. If KC does get an NBA expansion team next year, what's your serious team name submission? How to Buy a Tropicana Field Parking Pass [Tampa Bay Rays]. 1) Names need to be "Spanglish" in the sense that both English and Spanish speakers will know what it is, how to say it and what significance it has. A Fleur Dis Lis could be subtly created within its mask and markings. The first thing required for KC to get an NBA team would be if the NBA is looking to expand. The Knile-High Club. Ladies and Gentlemen please welcome YOUR Kansas City BBQ Sauce!!! The population is growing, and businesses are developing and expanding. Lately newer arenas in Dallas and Oklahoma City have hosted both tournaments. 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But, due to market size, there can be some challenges when trying to attract NBA teams. The thing is, I have problems coming up with ideas for team names. Copyright 1998-2019 Operation Sports LLC | Core, MLB The Show 23 Diamond Dynasty Feature Premiere Analysis, What's New With eFootball 2023 and the V2.4 Update. Vegas is quickly attracting many professional sports leagues. Don't worry if you can't think of one because you have come to the right place. The atmosphere is next level. The Denver Nuggets, Indiana Pacers, New York Nets and San Antonio Spurs would all be a part of the ABA-NBA merger and create the NBA as we know it today. When Dallas joined the NFL in 1960, they planned to call themselves the Steers. 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Chiefs' QB Patrick Mahomes, already a part owner of the Kansas City Royals, now has become a part owner of Sporting KC in the Major League Soccer. Would be awesome. Wondering minds Lightning Bolts Dull decisions Sultans of Speed Cities like Las Vegas and Seattle have been the top names. Suggestions included Peaches, Vibrants, Lancers, Confederates, Firebirds, and Thrashers. If you have liked team names, you have named that name for your team, and I think your team is Sangli best, keep trying and keep reading our article because we are trying to give Creative Team Names very well. (Though Dan Steinberg of D.C. Sports Bog wrote a very detailed history of the name change, and called into question the impact Rabin's death had on the decision.). While the city currently has five professional sports teams as well as minor league . theframjak (author) from East Coast on October 27, 2013: Thanks for reading Ryan. Adam Silver is quoted by CNBC as stating, I think Ive always said that its sort of the manifest destiny of the league that you expand at some point. theframjak (author) from East Coast on October 28, 2013: The Wall (as in the Pink Floyd Album/John Wall). If you are heading to Tropicana Field in Tampa Bay, this Tropicana Field Parking Guide will instruct Where to Buy a Scotiabank Saddledome Parking Pass [Calgary Flames]. Basketball team names with a professional influence are popular but sometimes work effectively. Apart from the pronunciation being butchered, this is perfect. According to t-mobilecenter.com, the, T-Mobile Center is Kansas Citys home for live entertainment and sporting events. I actually made a list of expansion cities since I couldn't find one elsewhere. Another question is does Kansas City have the infrastructure to support an NBA team. ._1x9diBHPBP-hL1JiwUwJ5J{font-size:14px;font-weight:500;line-height:18px;color:#ff585b;padding-left:3px;padding-right:24px}._2B0OHMLKb9TXNdd9g5Ere-,._1xKxnscCn2PjBiXhorZef4{height:16px;padding-right:4px;vertical-align:top}.icon._1LLqoNXrOsaIkMtOuTBmO5{height:20px;vertical-align:middle;padding-right:8px}.QB2Yrr8uihZVRhvwrKuMS{height:18px;padding-right:8px;vertical-align:top}._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0{font-size:14px;font-weight:500;line-height:18px;color:var(--newCommunityTheme-actionIcon)}._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 ._1LLqoNXrOsaIkMtOuTBmO5,._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 ._2B0OHMLKb9TXNdd9g5Ere-,._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 ._1xKxnscCn2PjBiXhorZef4,._3w_KK8BUvCMkCPWZVsZQn0 .QB2Yrr8uihZVRhvwrKuMS{fill:var(--newCommunityTheme-actionIcon)} Volcanoes. A local newspaper sponsored a name-the-team contest, which club officials monitored before choosing Grizzlies over Ravens. One of our favorite topics is what sports teams were almost called. This site is not affiliated with Press J to jump to the feed. Courtesy of Robbie Poulain There also is a court design, and visions for how the T-Mobile Center could look inside and. Powerful Team Names: Hello friend how are you guys all I hope you all will be good and if you are good then today we will see the powerful team names which you will love very much and the team whose you have That's why we are giving you all this important team name for you. The sports industry is booming, for example, announced on October 26th, 2021, the Kansas City Current womens soccer team will be getting a brand new training facility and a brand new stadium. The college basketball Hall of Fame is also located in Kansas City, and the Kansas City Kings played in the NBA before relocating to Sacramento in 1985. Destroyers. Another popular entry was Trail Blazers, whose logo is supposed to represent five players on one team playing against five players from another team. When the Orlando Sentinel sponsored a name-the-team contest for Orlando's prospective expansion franchise, Challengersan allusion to the space shuttle that crashed in 1986was the most popular suggestion. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Mahomes took it to the next level by buying into other local sports teams in KC. Good Housekeeping The Best Early. Now that you know what to look for, it's time to start brainstorming some clan names. The Royals moved to Cincinnati in 1957, then saw a change in name and scenery when they became the Kansas City Kings. Net Rippers Basket Hounds D-Fence Upcourt Funk Me Up Spare Balls Balls to the Wall The Ball Boyz Travelers Jazz Me Up Droolers and Dribblers Shattered Backboards Dunkin' Dads Lay Up Lay Down Tipped Off Slammed Dunk Ball Hogz Nose Pick and Roll On Da Rebound Net Positive These teams are current as of 2021. Kansas City was home to the Kansas City/Omaha Kings from 1972 to 1975 and then the Kansas City Kings from 1975 to 1985. Hunt said the name was locally important. Shattered Scoreboard. No NBA team name has a longer, prouder tradition. Bartle . Alley Oop Me. The other finalists included Rubber Puckies, Screaming Squids, Salty Dogs, and Blades. When George Shinn announced that Spirit would be the nickname of Charlotte's prospective expansion franchise in 1987, the fans voiced their displeasure. Developer-supported and community-run. Sure it's a stretch for a team called the "Colonels", but why not? It never drops its prey. The ownership group for Minnesota's NBA prospective franchise chose Timberwolves through a name-the-team contest in 1986. This is a discussion on What are some cool nicknames for expansion teams? Some of the most commonly mentioned markets that could get an NBA team (if expansion occurs) are Seattle and Las Vegas. Kansas City, Missouri, Mayor Quinton Lucas sent out a tweet saying they would welcome the Raptors and the T-Mobile Center is ready. Neck Breakers Marauders Wildcats The Convincers Kingpins Predators Warhawks The Insomniacs Thors Marlins Lizards. Here are some catchy and creative team names for basketball: Frank N Balls. ._3Z6MIaeww5ZxzFqWHAEUxa{margin-top:8px}._3Z6MIaeww5ZxzFqWHAEUxa ._3EpRuHW1VpLFcj-lugsvP_{color:inherit}._3Z6MIaeww5ZxzFqWHAEUxa svg._31U86fGhtxsxdGmOUf3KOM{color:inherit;fill:inherit;padding-right:8px}._3Z6MIaeww5ZxzFqWHAEUxa ._2mk9m3mkUAeEGtGQLNCVsJ{font-family:Noto Sans,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:400;line-height:18px;color:inherit} McGannon is encouraged by the fact Lamar Hunt, Jr. owns the Mavericks, Kansas City's minor-league team that plays in the ECHL and is an affiliate of the Calgary Flames. Shinn decided to sponsor another name-the-team contest that had fans vote on six finalists. Former NBA President Andy Dolich explained this idea beautifully with the acronym A-B-C-D. The A is avidity: the market youre picking has to be an avid sports market. The NBA has not expanded since 2004 when the Charlotte Bobcats became an NBA team at the cost of $300 million. "It sounds like a girls' softball team to me," Steve Kerr told reporters. Here are the cities: Chicago Cleveland Detroit Indianapolis Kansas City (MO) Omaha Wichita Wyoming Cedar Rapids Milwaukee Minnesota St. Louis Montreal Ottawa Toronto Winnipeg Atlanta Charleston (SC) Charlotte Miami Birmingham Mobiles While Jaguars arent native to Jacksonville, the oldest living jaguar in North America was housed in the Jacksonville Zoo. This is where you can jump to the section where we discuss the chances that Kansas City gets an NBA team soon. within the NBA 2K Basketball forums. While Kansas City has a shot at getting an NBA team if expansion or relocation occurs, there are a couple cities that many experts feel are best positioned to get an NBA team: Seattle and Las Vegas. 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