Isiah Thomas has purchased the Charlotte Bobcats from long time NBA rival Michael Jordan. The first thing Isiah did when given control of the team was file for relocation. David Stern woke up files to relocate to Chicago, sharing the United center with the Bulls. New York has two teams, Texas has multiple teams, and Los Angeles has two teams, so why not Chicago?
Will it be difficult for a second Chicago franchise to take some fans away from the already well-established and rabid Bulls fanbase? Without a doubt. However, it can be done. Look at the demand for Bulls tickets and you will see that a second NBA team in the Second City is an enticing proposition. The team will abandon the name 'Bobcat', and move towards something fresh and original. Rumors have circulated that the team may become the Panthers, Rhinos, or Flight, however no decision has been reached at this time.
