Arizona Lightning
On February 19, 2007, The Phoenix Flame owners acquired a new IBL franchise, the Arizona Lightning. The Lightning will be an official IBL team for the 2008 season, making it the second professional minor league basketball team in the state. The Lightning hit the court in 2007 as a traveling team for the IBL. This new expansion team will allow more local talent the opportunity to show case their basketball skills and provide additional resources throughout the Arizona community.
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