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Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast

KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian take you inside key sports and business issues in the greater Seattle area, covering the Seahawks, Mariners, Kraken, Storm, Sounders, Washington Huskies, and more. Conversations range from the impact of TV/Digital rights, lease agreements, off-field debates, NIL, realignment, the World Cup, and the return of the Seattle Sonics.

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35:24

NBA Expansion lessons from Charlotte Bobcats first...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/09/26

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian and KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels get into the business side of NBA Expansion.Niko and Chris share a portion of a conversation with Ed Tapscott, who was the first hire of the NBA's expansion Charlotte Bobcats. Tapscott talked about the process during a lengthy interview done in partnership with the Iconic Sonics Podcast. He talks candidly about what went right and what went wrong when starting up a brand new NBA

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33:42

WSU President Kirk Schulz on Pac-12 Expansion,...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/09/19

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk at length about Pac-12 expansion and realignment news.Chris shares a long-form discussion he had with WSU President Kirk Schulz about the invitations to Boise State, Fresno State, San Diego State, and Colorado State Universities. Schulz gets in-depth about why it makes financial sense for now and in the future. Plus, Chris shares an update on NBA expansion and a recent hire for

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35:18

NBA Commissioner updates Expansion process and UW's...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/09/12

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk about Chris' trip to New York City and the annual preseason Board of Governor's meeting involving league owners. You will hear Chris' interaction with Adam Silver about the expansion process, and about the buzz inside.Chris and Niko talk about what it means for Seattle and whether this means there is any sort of potential hiccup in the return of the Sonics. Plus, Chris talks

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51:07

Donald Watts talks about dad Slick and the Sonics...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/09/05

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk at length about the legacy of the Watts family in Seattle.Niko talks in depth with former UW basketball star Donald Watts about his health scare, which came after his legendary father and former Sonic Slick Watts suffered a stroke. Donald also talks about his son Isaiah's career at WSU and the importance of the Sonics Legends Fund. Plus, you'll hear Chris and Niko talk about

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31:29

Hot Dogs from Heaven, Mariners changes and Sue Bird...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/08/29

In this heavenly edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk about hot dogs. Niko does an in-depth interview with the mastermind behind the "Hot Dogs from Heaven" promotion at T-Mobile Park and all the planning that goes into dropping dogs from the sky.Niko and Chris also discuss the recent Mariners changes, and what it means both on and off the field. Plus, you'll hear from WNBA legend, and Olympian, Sue Bird on the unique

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39:57

Seattle World Cup CEO talks about 2026 plans, plus...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/08/22

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk at length about Seattle's World Cup plans in 2026, and Chris talks with Seattle Organizing Committee President Peter TomozawaAs usual, Niko and Chris also go around the "Four Corners" talking about the best and worst in the NBA, NHL, WNBA, MLB, MLS and talk at length about the Mariners struggles on the field and off of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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34:05

25 years later: Has Mariners T-Mobile Park stood test...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/08/15

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian have a "very special episode" which differs than most of the others.The episode focuses on the history of the Mariners T-Mobile Park and the crazy story behind it. Chris shares his interview with former King County Executive Gary Locke, who helped craft the deal to save the franchise and build the ballpark. Plus, he talks with Mariners Vice President and General Counsel Fred Rivera

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38:39

UW AD Pat Chun on B1G move, and challenges ahead;...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/08/08

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian have a "very special episode" which differs than the others.Chris sits down with University of Washington Athletic Director Pat Chun to discuss the move from WSU, and the Husky move to the B1G conference. Chun talks about the costs and revenues associated with the move, plus the construction on campus and how student-athletes will travel across the country. Plus Niko visits the

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31:25

When will the Sonics return? Looking back at the...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/08/01

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian spend the show talking about the nearly 20-year-long Seattle Supersonics story, and why it matters to people who don't care about basketball. Plus Niko questions why the Sonics return feels different now.As usual, Niko and Chris also go around the "Four Corners" talking about the best and worst in the NBA, NHL, WNBA, MLB, MLS and more.

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34:56

Kenny Mayne talks about new documentary "Wiffleball",...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/07/25

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk at length with Seattle's own Kenny Mayne about his new documentary "Wiffleball", the TV landscape after ESPN, and the work he has done to support veterans.As usual, Niko and Chris also go around the "Four Corners" talking about the best and worst in the NBA, NHL, WNBA, MLB, MLS and more.

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36:34

NBA’s Silver on Expansion Timeline, & former Fox...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/07/18

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian go in depth on the comments made by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver about expansion, and TV/Digital Rights.Chris also talks at length with former Fox Sports Networks President Bob Thompson about the future for UW and WSU TV rights as they start the first season in different conferences after the Pac-12 collapse, plus the NBA TV rights impact on the streaming ecosystem. As usual, Niko

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37:40

Women in Sports: Climate Pledge Arena, Storm,...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/07/11

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk about sustainability and philanthropy in the local sports scene, and the women who are making a difference.Chris talks at length with Climate Pledge Arena Director of Sustainability Brianna Treat about the green efforts at the building, from power and produce to composting and creating ice. Niko goes 1-on-1 with Seattle Storm great and Force4Change Director Crystal Langhorne

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32:54

Former Hawk Doug Baldwin, Cliff Avril talk...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/07/04

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk about the power of philanthropy through Sports. Niko has an extended conversation with former Seattle Seahawks Doug Baldwin and Cliff Avril about the "Champions of Change", and how they believe their group has inspired young people and adults across the region.Chris also asks Seattle's Mayor about bringing back the NBA to Seattle, and he shares a timeline. Plus, Niko asks

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32:09

"Rise Above" founder on empowering Native Youth...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/06/27

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk the NBA, basketball, and empowering young people through sports. Chris sits down for an extended interview with "Rise Above!" founder Jaci McCormack on her journey from the reservation to the NCAA level, and now starting a philanthropic endeavor that has captured the attention of former Seattle Supersonics and young people across the country.Niko also shares his recent

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36:03

Sonics legend Lenny Wilkens on Jerry West, Bill...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/06/20

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian span the NBA, NHL, and NCAA. Chris talks in depth with Seattle Supersonics Legend Lenny Wilkens on his friendship with the late Bill Walton and Jerry West, and why he continues to raise money for the Odessa Brown Children's Clinic. The Basketball Hall of Famer also talks about the return of the Sonics to Seattle.Niko also shares part of his recent conversation with Seattle Kraken

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33:37

Adam Silver's timeline for NBA expansion and WSU...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/06/13

In this edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian talk about the comments from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver in recent days about NBA expansion, the process, and Seattle. Niko also gets reaction from Supersonics legend, and Hall of Famer Gary Payton, to Silver's comments.Niko and Chris also sit down for an extended interview with interim Washington State University Athletic Director Anne McCoy to discuss how the school is navigating

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35:13

Xavier McDaniel on the Possible Sonics Return and the...

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/06/06

It is the inaugural edition of "Inside the Arena!" KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian take you inside key sports and business issues in the greater Seattle area, ranging from the impact of TV/Digital rights, lease agreements, off-field debates, NIL, realignment, the World Cup, and the return of the Sonics. In this episode, Niko and Chris talk about the timing of a Sonics return to Seattle, with former Sonic The 'X-Man' Xavier McDaniel and explain why the

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1:40

Introducing Inside the Arena

Inside the Arena: A Seattle Sports Podcast ·

2024/05/13

KOMO News Senior Reporter Chris Daniels and KOMO Sports Director Niko Tamurian take you inside key sports and business issues in the greater Seattle area, ranging from the impact of TV/Digital rights, lease agreements, off-field debates, NIL, realignment, the World Cup, and the return of the Sonics.

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