Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker announced Wednesday that she has come to an agreement with the Philadelphia 76ers for a new arena, to be built in

The Philadelphia 76ers’ arena saga appears to be coming to an end soon. Mayor Cherelle Parker announced that the city has come to an agreement with the team on a new arena, pending legislative approval from the Philadelphia City Council.

The Sixers' connection to New Jersey is not new, as the Team’s offices and practice facility have been based in Camden since 2016.

The 76ers have a new teammate in their bid to build a new $1.3 billion arena downtown. Mayor Cherelle Parker announced Wednesday that she has forged a deal with team owners to keep the NBA franchise in town and will send it to the city council.

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker announced Wednesday that her office has reached a deal with the Philadelphia 76ers for a new arena. Parker made the announcement without giving details of the project at 76 Place at Market East,