During a meeting about the 76ers' proposed arena, Mayor Cherelle Parker revealed the city wants a WNBA franchise.

Philadelphia mayor Cherelle Parker and the 76ers are hoping to bring a WNBA team to their city. Parker disclosed that the first attempt to do this happened a few years ago, but she feels now is the perfect opportunity.

Parker made it clear she's on board with the 76ers bringing a WNBA team to town if the new arena gets built. The Sixers on Thursday morning confirmed they've been "engaged with the league" about it.

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker unveiled the details of the agreement with the 76ers to build a new arena in Center City on Wednesday night during a public meeting at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the Sixers hope their proposed new arena could "serve as home to both the 76ers and a WNBA franchise."

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia's mayor has revealed the terms of the deal negotiated with the city's pro basketball team for a new $1.3 billion arena downtown.

Parker shared new details about the Sixers' arena project and advocated for a WNBA team in the city on Wednesday. The team's lease at the Wells Fargo Center ends in 2031 and their new home, 76 Place at Market East, makes the most sense as a location for Philly's W squad, though it may not come to fruition in this current round of league expansion.

Mayor Cherelle Parker has pledged to support the Sixers arena proposal in Center City. Mayor Cherelle Parker pledged her support for the Philadelphia 76ers’ proposed Center City arena on Wednesday, a major step for the $1.