Mayor, sports economist disagree on public value of Moda Center renovation | KATU

Portland Mayor Keith Wilson argues that a proposed $120 million renovation of the Moda Center will significantly benefit the city's economy and help retain the Trail Blazers, while sports economist J.C. Bradbury challenges these claims, stating that taxpayers are unlikely to see a return on their investment. The debate centers around the economic implications and civic value of funding the renovations.