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NBA Commissioner Silver visits Portland after passage of bill to help fund arena renovations
- Silver attended the Blazers game in Portland after Oregon lawmakers approved funds for Moda Center renovation.
- The plan grants joint ownership of the Moda Center by the state and city to fund a $600 million renovation.
- The renovation aims to attract big events like the NBA All-Star Game and NCAA Tournament games.
- The Blazers’ sale to Tom Dundon’s group was a backdrop to the discussions about arena upgrades.
- Silver highlighted the arena as a multiuse facility supporting conventions, trade shows, and concerts.
- The expansion Portland Fire, a WNBA team, is also tied to the arena’s renewal.
- Officials said the renovations will support future big events in Portland.
- Governor and mayor described the renovation as bipartisan and community-focused.
- The total project cost is estimated at $600 million.
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