Lewis Katz, the Nets former principal owner and still a major investor in the team, is one of seven NBA owners who will recommend whether the Sonics should move from Seattle to Oklahoma City. The Sonics were bought by Clay Bennett and other Oklahoma businessmen last year. Bennett is citing Seattle's decision not to build a new arena as a rationale for moving the team.
- Seven owners named to SuperSonics relocation committee - AP
- NBA forms relocation committee - Percy Allen - Seattle Times