Only six NBA teams are allowing limited numbers of socially distanced fans into arenas–but in these socially distanced times, they’re providing a lift for everyone involved. (more…)
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NBA expansion on the horizon?
With the league facing more losses this season after a bad 2019-2020 campaign, it’s only natural that Commissioner Adam Silver acknowledges the possibility of NBA expansion in the near future. (more…)
No NBA virtual fans for 2020-2021 season
Adding NBA virtual fans was a brilliant move when the prior season ended with a bubble in Disney World, but there are no plans for a similar setup for the 2020-2021 season launching Tuesday. (more…)
Hawks unveil MLK City Edition Court
When the Atlanta Hawks welcome fans back on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, they’ll play on a special MLK City Edition court that extends the recognition of Dr. King to the main floor of State Farm Arena. (more…)
Teams prep for 2020-2021 NBA season, as preseason scheds released
The 2020-2021 NBA season will begin with a series of preseason games beginning Dec. 11 and run through Dec. 19 before moving into the regular season, as teams map out their plans to host fans. (more…)
Bucks to play sans fans at Fiserv Forum to begin season
The Milwaukee Bucks (NBA) will play with no fans allowed at Fiserv Forum, at least when the 2020-2021 season begins on December 22. (more…)
Raptors to begin 2020-2021 season in Tampa
After being denied permission by the Canadian federal government to play home games at Scotiabank Arena under strictly controlled conditions, the Toronto Raptors announced the team would play home games at Tampa’s Amalie Arena. (more…)
Krowne: How to move from basic supplier to high-end vendor in the venues world
We are in the age of specialization when it comes to the construction of new sports venues, as shown in the experience of Krowne, a stainless-steel-equipment firm that’s transitioned into a vendor of high-profile bars and hospitality spaces for the venues world. (more…)
New for 2020-2021: PHX Arena
In what’s likely to be a placeholder until a new naming-rights deal is finalized, Talking Stick Resort Arena is now PHX Arena after the expiration of the previous deal with the casino. (more…)
Thunder unveil arena COVID-19 mitigation plans
With the 2020-2021 NBA season set to start December 22, teams are prepping their arena COVID-19 mitigation plans. Here’s what the Oklahoma City Thunder and Chesapeake Arena officials have in the works. (more…)
Clippers staff up to develop new arena
With the active planning of Inglewood Basketball and Entertainment Center (IBEC) and owner/management of The Forum, the Los Angeles Clippers (NBA) announced a series of hires and promotions to manage these developments. (more…)
New name on tap for Talking Stick Resort Arena
We will have a new name for the renovated home of the Phoenix Suns (NBA) and Phoenix Mercury (WNBA) after the upcoming season, as the local casino resort passed on a renewal of naming rights for Talking Stick Resort Arena. (more…)
