University board of governors approved construction of a new Wayne State arena Wednesday, with a Detroit Pistons‘ G League team to join college basketball at the venue. (more…)
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Indiana Governor Signs Bill with Bankers Life Fieldhouse Renovation Funds
A planned Bankers Life Fieldhouse renovation for the Indiana Pacers has taken another step forward, as governor Eric Holcomb has signed related legislation. (more…)
Proposed Wayne State Arena Could House Pistons’ G League Team
On Wednesday, university board of governors will consider a proposed Wayne State Arena that could become home to a Detroit Pistons‘ NBA Gatorade League team. (more…)
Legislature Approves Seattle Arena Tax Deferrals
In a legislative victory for project officials, Washington lawmakers have approved a tax deferral for ongoing KeyArena construction and related projects. (more…)
Lawsuit Over Proposed LA Clippers Inglewood Arena Will Proceed
Late last week, a judge ruled that a lawsuit filed by the Uplift Inglewood Coalition over a proposed Los Angeles Clippers arena in Inglewood can proceed. (more…)
2019 WNBA Preview: Big Changes on the Arena Front
When it comes to arenas, the 2019 WNBA season will see several notable developments in the form of closings, reopenings, and new facilities. One team will be displaced by construction, while another will return to a renovated arena, and a third is set to play its first game at a new venue. (more…)
University of Minnesota Pitches Expanded Alcohol Sales at Arenas
University of Minnesota could expand alcohol sales at Williams Arena and 3M Arena at Mariucci, as university officials are pitching the idea to the Board of Regents. (more…)
Indiana Assembly Approves Legislation for Bankers Life Fieldhouse Upgrades Funding
Plans for a long-term lease with the Indiana Pacers took a major step forward Tuesday, as the Indiana General Assembley approved legislation that creates Bankers Life Fieldhouse upgrades funding. (more…)
WNBA Strikes Multi-Year TV Deal With CBS Sports
The WNBA has struck a multi-year television partnership with CBS Sports, resulting in CBS Sports Network airing live games starting in 2019. (more…)
Phoenix Suns Practice Facility Being Planned
An upcoming Phoenix Suns practice facility is being planned, with the organization looking to modernize its training spaces. (more…)
KeyArena Project Cost Estimate Rises, Completion Pushed Back
Oak View Group‘s KeyArena project cost estimate is now $900 million-plus, and its completion has been bumped back to at least June 1, 2021. (more…)
Looking Ahead to the 2019-20 NBA G League Season
Now that the 2018-19 season and postseason are complete, the NBA Gatorade League is planning for the upcoming 2019-20 campaign. Next season will see one new venue open, while a new team will join the league as the groundwork is laid for an intriguing arena renovation plan. (more…)