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…)
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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…)
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…)
New for 2019-20: College Park Skyhawks
The Atlanta Hawks have announced that their upcoming College Park, GA-based NBA Gatorade League team will be known as the College Park Skyhawks. Set to arrive to College Park this fall, the Skyhawks will play home games at the new Gateway Center @ College Park. (more…)
Joseph Tsai Reportedly Agrees to Buy New York Liberty
Joseph Tsai has reportedly agreed to purchase the WNBA’s New York Liberty, potentially marking the latest foray into professional sports for the minority owner of the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets. (more…)
KeyArena Renovation Project Switches General Contractors
A change in the general contractor for Seattle’s KeyArena renovation project has taken place, with Mortenson replacing Skanska Hunt in the role. (more…)
KeyArena Renovation General Contractor Switch Considered
No final decision has been made yet, but project officials are reportedly considering a switch in the general contractor for the renovation to Seattle’s KeyArena. (more…)
KeyArena Groundbreaking Ceremony Launches Major Renovation
Seattle’s KeyArena took a significant step toward its upcoming overhaul on Wednesday, when officials kicked off construction with a groundbreaking ceremony. (more…)
Legacy Arena Renovation Design Team Announced
The design team for a renovation to Birmingham, AL’s Legacy Arena has been announced, with Populous tabbed as the lead architect. (more…)
Plans for Legacy Arena Renovation Take Shape
An upcoming Legacy Arena renovation is taking shape, with the Birmingham, AL venue slated to be modernized for sports and other events. (more…)
NBA G League Opening Weekend Marked by Solid Home Debuts
The NBA Gatorade League‘s 2018-19 season got a fast start over the weekend, as solid attendance numbers at three home debuts highlighted the slate. (more…)