In this aerial photo taken Aug. 21, 2012, Safeco Field is shown near downtown Seattle and the Port of Seattle. A new arena in Seattle that would be built just south of Safeco Field and that could bring NBA basketball back to the city appeared a step closer to reality as Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn issued a statement late Monday, Sept. 10, 2012, saying he welcomes the news that the Seattle City Council has decided to support bringing basketball back to Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)