Same team, different snake: Sask.'s pro basketball team now called the Saskatoon Mamba

The Saskatchewan Rattlers, a Canadian Elite Basketball League team, have been relaunched as the Saskatoon Mamba. The team, under new ownership, will play some home games at Merlis Belsher Place and others at SaskTel Centre. The rebrand aims to boost civic pride and engagement, with the new name acknowledging the team's Rattlers origins. The team's new logo reflects the curvature of the City of Saskatoon's logo, and the primary color is now purple. The Mamba will honor the Rattlers' legacy with a Rattlers Heritage Night and cross-ticket vouchers for fans.