I think the Thunder has released their control over the arena since COVID. I recall reading Paycom arena had had more shows in 2022 than any year in history.
I think the Funk's got dealt a bad hand in the hockey experience. The Blazers model was no longer making money, and the AAA plan was the only way forward. But the NHL changed plans after a couple years and OKC was no longer part of the future.
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