Seattle Flight
basketball team based in Lakewood, Washington
The Seattle Flight are a professional men's basketball based in Lakewood, Washington, approximately forty miles south of Seattle. They are former members of the International Basketball League and began play in the league in 2013 and ended in 2014. The team is backed by former Seattle SuperSonics star Shawn Kemp and his wife Marvena. They play their home games at the Pierce College Fort Steilacoom Health Education Center Gymnasium in Lakewood. The team colors of emerald green and gold are to honor their predecessors from the NBA.
Season results and standings
The Flight's inaugural season ended with a 1–4 record.
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