Iconic Sonics
Iconic Sonics celebrates the history of the great Seattle SuperSonics, including the team’s journey and experiences in Seattle. It explores the stars and stories that made NBA basketball in Seattle legendary. Here in 2025, we're also looking closer at the anticipated return of the Sonics and the NBA to Seattle. Our Hosts and Guests are diving into topics including the NBA Expansion process and timeline, the ownership group and more! Iconic Sonics is presented by Rise Above with additional partners including the Swinomish Casino and Lodge, Epic Seats, The Edgewater Hotel, the Hall Group and Simply Seattle.
Episodes
Danny Ball is joined by Kevin Calabro, the iconic voice of the Seattle Sonics and current play-by-play announcer for the Portland Trail Blazers, shares his journey through the world of sports broadcasting. He reflects on his influences, memorable calls, and the evolution of basketball, particularly the rise of the three-point shot. Calabro discusses the future of the Trail Blazers under new ownership, the legacy of the Sonics, and ...
First, Danny quickly covers the sale of the Trail Blazers as well as recaps an already super busy Seattle Summer full of hoops. Then he's joined by Jason Quick, a senior writer at The Athletic, who shares his extensive experience covering the NBA, particularly in Portland. He reflects on his journey from covering the Blazers for over 25 years to focusing on human interest stories in sports. The discussion delves into the historical...
Danny starts with his notes from Vegas and his takeaways from Adam Silver's annoucnemet that the NBA is exploring expansion. Who he talked to, what he heard and what to expect. Next, he interviews Nick Lagios shares his journey in international basketball, focusing on his experiences in Mexico City as a general manager and his insights into the growth of basketball in the region. He discusses the challenges and opportunities of int...
Danny Ball sits down with Chris Gunther, from Charting Hoops to discuss their latest collaboration; an analytical and cultural breakdown of how talented the NBA is currently. With the upcoming meetings between team owners in Vegas we wanted to talk about the talent dilution that would take place and this conversation covers everything from deep analytical stats, Instagram follower count to guys' you might not know had a signature s...
Hall of Fame NBA reporter David Aldridge joins host Danny Ball for a deep dive into the history and future of the league. They kick things off with a look back at the Washington Bullets’ 1978 title win over the Seattle SuperSonics and the ripple effects of franchise relocations since. From economic hurdles to expansion politics, Aldridge unpacks what it really takes for a team to move...or return.
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The Thunder are NBA champions and Dave 'Softy' Mahler has a lot to say about it. Kids cover your ears and Sonics fans (of age) listen up! The KJR 93.3 radio host talked with Danny Ball about the Finals, possible Sonics & Thunder rivalry, NBA expansion, and the recent announcement of Lenny Wilkens being honored with a statue in front of Climate Pledge Arena.
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NBA Champ and former Sonic, Jeff Green is back and he chatted with us about the upcoming Finals matchup between the Pacers and Thunder. He also told us about his "Welcome to the NBA" moment having to guard Kobe under the bright lights. Plus, he shared about his relationship with KD, Nick Collison and Russell Westbrook.
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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver gave fresh insight into league expansion last week — we break down what he said and what it means for Seattle. With the Trail Blazers officially up for sale, we dig into how that might affect the timeline (and politics) of the Sonics’ return. Plus, back by popular demand: NBA Movie Character Comparisons, Part 2 — featuring SGA as Neo, Haliburton as Luke Skywalker, and more cinematic takes you didn’t kno...
On this special NBA Playoff edition of 3 Things To Know, host Danny Ball breaks down Adam Silver’s latest comments on expansion and what they could mean for Seattle’s hopes. Plus, Danny gives his updated playoff picks now that the first round is over, shares a spicy same game parlay for Wolves vs. Warriors, and wraps things up by comparing NBA stars to iconic movie characters. From Legally Blonde to the league’s future and The Town...
On September 25, 1997, one of the most shocking trades in NBA history included Seattle SuperSonics legend Shawn Kemp, traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers, and rising star Vin Baker going to the Pacific Northwest. More than two decades later, these two former All-Stars sat down together for the first time to reflect on that pivotal moment in their careers.
In this exclusive episode, recorded live from Seattle's Edgewater Hotel in Feb...
We kick things off with the state of the basketball scene in the Pacific Northwest, followed by a quick recap of the regular season, then we fly through every first round series — East to West.
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Seattle sports reporter Tim Booth joins Danny Ball to talk about his experiences at the NBA Board of Governors meeting this week and Adam Silver’s subsequent press conference. He breaks down what the Commissioner said in his answer to The Question. Plus, they talk NBA expansion league in Europe, Tim's recent meeting with Shawn Kemp and Vin Baker, a timeline for the Sonics first game and more!
Brian Windhorst from ESPN stops by to talk about the timeline for NBA expansion, his love for the Pacific Northwest and if Kevin Durant will finish his career in Seattle.
3 Things You Need To Know with Danny Ball is a short form show that aims to keep fans informed about the latest news on NBA expansion and the potential return of the Seattle Sonics.
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Jason "Puck" Puckett hosts Iconic Sonics here from the SixSeven restaurant in the Edgewater Hotel. He's joined by former Sonic, Rashard Lewis, who made a visit to town this month to attend the Rain City NBA preseason game. Puck and Sweet Lew discuss when Rashard was drafted by the Sonics in '98, his decade in Seattle, his relationships with former teammates Gary Payton and Ray Allen, leaving in '07 and what he's up to...
3 Things You Need To Know with Danny Ball is a short form show that aims to keep fans informed about the latest news on NBA expansion and the potential return of the Seattle Sonics.
This episode covers the latest on the Warner vs. NBA lawsuit about media rights, potential conference realignment and how the sale of the Boston Celtics is related to the return of the Sonics.
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3 Things You Need To Know with Danny Ball is a short form show that aims to keep fans informed about the latest news on NBA expansion and the potential return of the Seattle Sonics. This episode covers when the NBA will announce that they are expanding, what cities are being considered for expansion and when the Sonics would play their first game.
Thanks to our partners who make this possible: Rise Ab...
In this Iconic Sonic Rewind episode, we're joined by Chris Ackerley, son of the former Sonics Owner and a prominent Seattle business person and community member himself.
Chris spoke with us a couple years ago in an episode hosted by the Gas Man, Mike Gastineau. Chris and Mike discussed great Sonics memories, the Ackerley family in Seattle, the Kraken and the anticipated return of the NBA.
In this first Iconic Sonic Rewind episode, we're joined by Samantha Holloway, Chair of the Seattle Kraken Executive Committee and majority Owner.
Samantha spoke with us 18 months ago live at the Edgewater Hotel with Mike Gastineau and Chris Daniels. They discuss the Kraken, Seattle sports community and had Samantha share her perspectives about the evolution of the Seattle SuperSonics return, including...
Jason Puckett hosts Iconic Sonics again and is joined by long-time Seattle Sports Executive, Nate Silverman. Nate discusses his current team, the Seattle Storm, and his role as the organization's Chief Commercial Officer. He also talks about the WNBA, the rise of women's hoops, Sue Bird, Caitlin Clark and more. Puck and Nate then review the SuperSonics and what the team's anticipated return could mean for the Storm an...
Longtime Seattle media guy, Jason Puckett, hosts Iconic Sonics for the first time. He's joined by former Sonic Coach and Hall of Famer, George Karl. Puck and Coach discuss the passing of Sonics legend, Bob Kloppenburg, George's recent trip to OKC and the start of the NBA playoffs. They also talk about young hoops stars including SGA, Chet, Maxey, ANT and Wemby.
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