The revelation that Portland’s WNBA team seems to be moving toward resurrecting the ‘Fire’ — the name of the team’s predecessor from 2000-02 — has sparked much conversation and debate, that is as true on the Oregonian Sports Podcast as it is on social media.

The WNBA has filed three new trademark applications related to the Portland Fire. It would appear that the expansion team will be returning to the name the Portland WNBA franchise used from 2000 to 2002. pic.twitter.com/zeU8miW0PM The news of such a discovery permeated WNBA circles, and eventually, there were lots of feelings related to the news.

The WNBA filed multiple trademarks that could reveal a team name for the new Portland franchise, which has yet to hire a head coach. The trademarks include the name “Portland Fire” and a stylized “P” logo.