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Questions about Professional Basketball Club

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did Howard Schultz sell the SuperSonics and Storm to Professional Basketball Club?

Howard Schultz sold the SuperSonics and Storm on the 18th of July 2006. This transaction followed a failed negotiation with the city of Seattle regarding public funding for KeyArena.

Where did the team move after leaving Washington state under Professional Basketball Club ownership?

The team moved from Washington state to Oklahoma City. They began play as the Oklahoma City Thunder during the 2008, 09 basketball season.

Who purchased the women's basketball team from Professional Basketball Club in January 2008?

An ownership group consisting of four Seattle businesswomen took over the Storm on the 8th of January 2008. This decision allowed local owners to regain control of the women's program while the men's team relocated.

What NBA Development League team did Professional Basketball Club purchase in July 2008?

Professional Basketball Club purchased the Tulsa 66ers on the 31st of July 2008. The team later became known as the Oklahoma City Blue to create a pipeline for talent between the major league and minor leagues.

When did George Kaiser buy Tom L. Ward's interest in Professional Basketball Club?

George Kaiser bought Tom L. Ward's interest in April 2014. Jeffrey Records Jr. also sold part of his stake to Clay Bennett at the same time, altering the balance of power within the investment group.