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Gary Payton Hints Sonics Return Is “Very, Very Close,” Ties It to Kevin Durant

Payton told Ashley Nicole Moss that the Seattle SuperSonics’ NBA return is “very close, very very close,” adding he believes Durant is waiting to retire until the franchise is back. The Sonics last played in 2007-08 before relocating to OKC to become the Thunder. Payton’s comments reignite hope in Seattle for an expansion or relocation announcement.