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The Cleveland Cavaliers ownership, lead by majority owner Dan Gilbert, is “actively pursuing” a WNBA team.

“Cleveland’s vibrant ecosystem of world-class assets, passionate and engaged sports fans, coupled with a culture that has allowed professional sports to thrive, make our Team and city uniquely positioned to provide an ideal home for the W’s next franchise,” said Nic Barlage, Gilbert’s chief business executive, in a statement.

The potential to play at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse and practice at the new Cleveland Clinic Peak Performance Center (expected to open in 2027) are the two strongest areas of the Cavs’ bid.

The Cavs have been working with the WNBA on a bid for about a year.

There are currently 10 cities bidding to get the 16th WNBA team.