Professional Basketball Returns To Tampa Bay In The Form Of Kings

Online, May 25, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Fans in the Tampa Bay area now have a new team to cheer for. The ABA's Orlando Kings have relocated for the 2011 - 2012 season and now call Tampa Bay home.

The Tampa Bay Kings will begin its inaugural season in November. The Bob Martinez Sports Center at the University of Tampa will host 18 games for the team.

"I want to thank the city of Tampa in advance for your support of this organization and the league," says Marcus Manuel, owner of the Tampa Bay Kings. "The Tampa Bay Kings can and I will have a positive impact on the city. Tampa has long been deserving of a professional basketball organization and now has the opportunity to have one represent them. "

The Tampa Bay Kings are a member of the American Basketball Association. The ABA is the largest professional basketball league with over 60 teams.