Fresh off NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament action that boosted economic activity in Hartford, proponents are bolstering their case for an XL Center renovation. (more…)
Archive | Basketball
First Chase Center Warriors Game: Oct. 5
It was a big week for the Golden State Warriors, announcing opening festivities for the team’s new arena. We now have a date for the first Chase Center Warriors game: Oct. 5, with the Los Angeles Lakers in town for an exhibition. (more…)
Pacers Search for New Bankers Life Fieldhouse Naming-Rights Partner
With the current agreement approaching its expiration, the Indiana Pacers are searching for a new Bankers Life Fieldhouse naming-rights partner. (more…)
New United Center Center-Hung Videoboard, Sound System to be Installed
A new United Center center-hung videoboard and sound system will be installed prior to the Chicago Blackhawks and Chicago Bulls‘ 2019-20 seasons, bringing some upgrades to the arena. (more…)
Inaugural Chase Center Event to Feature Metallica and San Francisco Symphony
The Golden State Warriors have announced details on the inaugural Chase Center event, a September 6 concert featuring Metallica and the San Francisco Symphony. Currently under construction in San Francisco’s Mission Bay neighborhood, Chase Center will open ahead of the 2019-20 NBA season. (more…)
MSG Pitched Los Angeles Lakers on Forum Return
Newly uncovered emails from 2017 show that Madison Square Garden Co. officials pitched the Los Angeles Lakers on a return to Inglewood’s Forum, but those discussions ultimately led nowhere. (more…)
Bucks Envision More Development Surrounding Fiserv Forum
Although they could be years away from fruition, the Milwaukee Bucks envision several amenities in future phases of development surrounding Fiserv Forum. (more…)
WCC Basketball Tournaments Extend Orleans Arena Stay
West Coast Conference basketball tournaments will remain at Las Vegas’s Orleans Arena through 2022, the result of an extension between the WCC and Boyd Gaming. WCC basketball tournaments have been held at the venue since 2009. (more…)
Quicken Loans Arena’s South Neighborhood Debuts
Quicken Loans Arena‘s South Neighborhood is officially open, providing a sign of progress in the Cleveland Cavaliers‘ ongoing renovation of the facility. The 6,350 square foot area on the main concourse provides new concession options and gathering spaces. (more…)
PNC Arena Renovation Plans Unveiled
Details on a proposed PNC Arena renovation were unveiled Friday, showcasing potential changes to the home of the Carolina Hurricanes and N.C. State men’s basketball. (more…)
Capital One Arena Sportsbook on Tap?
A restaurant at the venue announced its upcoming closing this week, fueling speculation over whether Capital One Arena will open a sportsbook in the near future. (more…)
Artists Selected for Chase Center Arts Collection
The Golden State Warriors have announced the artists whose works will be showcased in the Chase Center arts collection, a feature at their upcoming arena. The artists were selected through Sports & The Arts (SATA), and will create artwork for the arena and surrounding area. (more…)