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Rockets' New COO Sparks WNBA Expansion Hopes

6/27/2025

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Ryan Tanke's appointment as COO of the Houston Rockets could be a game-changer for owner Tilman Fertitta's ambitions to secure a WNBA expansion team. With Tanke's background with the Timberwolves and Lynx, Houston's proposal gains momentum. As Cleveland prepares for the league's 16th franchise in 2028, the competition for future expansion heats up.

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Story summary

Ryan Tanke's appointment as COO of the Houston Rockets could be a game-changer for owner Tilman Fertitta's ambitions to secure a WNBA expansion team. With Tanke's background with the Timberwolves and Lynx, Houston's proposal gains momentum. As Cleveland prepares for the league's 16th franchise in 2028, the competition for future expansion heats up.