The Sixers and Comcast Spectacor said they'd pursue a bid after their deal to build an arena in the sports complex. It's unclear when a team would launch if the city were awarded one.

This week alone, four ownership groups have submitted bids for a WNBA expansion franchise—three of which are backed by NBA team owners: • Tennessee • Detroit (Pistons) • Houston (Rockets) • Philadelphia (76ers) pic.twitter.com/c28DYJCo1d

Tilman Fertitta, the owner of the Houston Rockets, has also submitted a bid to the WNBA for an expansion team, a spokesperson for the Rockets confirmed to The Athletic. The prospective team would play its games at the Toyota Center, where the Rockets play.