NBA Seattle Vegas Expansion Could Move Grizzlies or Timberwolves East

Merlin hears the NBA will hold a governors vote on adding expansion teams in Seattle and Las Vegas, both slated for the Western Conference. To keep conferences even, one of the Memphis Grizzlies or Minnesota Timberwolves is the early favorite to shift east. The change would alter travel, rivalries and playoff dynamics when the new clubs begin play around 2028-29. Merlin notes the West has long been deeper, with stars like Victor Wembanyama and Luka Dončić shaping its destiny. Moving Minnesota or Memphis would ease the imbalance and could brighten paths in the East, while teams such as Oklahoma City, San Antonio and Dallas remain long-term Western forces. Expect logistics, television deals and competitive balance to steer the final map.