#BackstagePass - Back2Besa host Besa Gordon tapped in from Climate Pledge Arena for the Rain City Classic between the LA Clippers and the Utah Jazz. She was courtside prior to the game, checking in with VIPs and fans.

Sonics fans were everywhere, repping the green and gold throughout the arena. For most, it was an exciting day and hope for Seattle’s basketball future was evident.

“I really hope they come back. I think when they do I’m going to burst out in tears,” sonics fan Alfy said. 

Seahawks VP of Community Engagement and Legends Mario Bailey was there as well, repping his city and 

“I think the NBA gives us these games so we can show the support of Seattle fans, so I know the Sonics will be back in a few years,” Bailey said. 

Rotary Lady Style Coach Tasha Burns echoed that sentiment, saying she expects to see the team return in her lifetime. 

“I’ll be here when it happens,” Burns said.

Gordon said the excitement and sentiment among those in attendance was clear.

“We had a packed house,” Gordon said. “If there’s one thing that I’ve talked to everybody about today, it was ‘bring back our sonics’,” Gordon said. 

The Clippers took home a 103-98 preseason win. Make sure to tune in to Back2Besa at 10:30 pm on FOX 13 Seattle and stream the replay at 10 am on Sunday on FOX 13+ for more great stories.