WNBA's Rockers could return to Cleveland in 2028

Report: WNBA's Rockers could return to Cleveland in 2028
The WNBA is likely to award Cleveland its 16th franchise, Sports Business Journal reported this weekend, involving a bid led by Cavs owner Dan Gilbert worth as much as $250 million. A formal announcement is expected,
Cleveland emerging as likely destination for latest WNBA expansion team
The WNBA is reportedly gearing up to announce its next expansion franchise, with Cleveland leading the charge.
Cleveland 'likely' to be chosen for WNBA expansion with new team expected in 2028, according to report
According to Sports Business Journal sources, the WNBA is slated to return to Cleveland after the Rockers folded after the 2003 season.
WNBA franchise likely coming to Cleveland, would be known as the 'Rockers': report
The WNBA could add up to three franchises. The league reportedly applied for trademarks for the name "Cleveland Rockers," "Houston Comets," "Detroit Shock" and the "Miami Sol" as it looks to add 16th and possibly 17th and 18th franchises.
Excitement stirs around report of WNBA expansion team coming to Cleveland
CLEVELAND — There's a buzz around Cleveland following a Sports Business Journal report that the city is "likely' to be selected for a WNBA expansion team that would see the Cleveland Rockers return in 2028. However, while excitement is rising, a Cleveland Cavaliers spokesperson said no official decision has been made at this time.
Report: Cleveland Rockers to return to WNBA as 2028 expansion team
The Rockers, a Cleveland WNBA team that folded in 2003 because of low attendance — Caitlin Clark was 1 year old — are making a comeback, according to a report published Feb. 16 in Sports Business
Cleveland, not Tennessee Summitt, likely to receive WNBA team in 2028 | Report
Cleveland is expected to be awarded the next WNBA franchise, but Nashville may still be in the mix if the league adds more teams
WNBA's Cleveland Rockers: Ownership Details & Expansion Insight
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Rockers potential return stirs memories for franchise's original stars
According to Sports Business Journal, the Rockers — expected to begin play in 2028 — will be the WNBA’s 16th franchise with a record bid valued at $250 million.
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Cleveland likely to get next WNBA franchise in ‘28
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WNBA rumors: Cleveland has 90% chance to get 16th franchise
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Lean in to Cleveland as a bona fide basketball town
Cleveland is forcefully asserting itself as a basketball town with the Cavs thriving and the WNBA's Rockers likely to return.