
Warnings about proposed 76ers Chinatown arena emerges
Four high-profile groups are warning of unwanted side effects created by a proposed Philadelphia 76ers Chinatown arena, saying the development would lead to unwanted gentrification and eliminate the unique nature of the neighborhood. (more…)

Tempe approves new Coyotes arena; public vote is next
The Tempe City Council approved a $2.1-billion development that includes a new Arizona Coyotes (NHL) arena, contingent on approval by voters in a May election. (more…)

Tempe voters to decide fate of new Coyotes arena
The Tempe City Council is tentatively planning to ask voters to approve a new Arizona Coyotes arena and entertainment district, in a decision that likely will determine the long-term fate of the NHL in the state. (more…)

Heat, county terminate FTX naming rights deal after crypto collapse
After a dramatic collapse of the FTX crypto exchange, the Miami Heat (NBA) and Miami-Dade County immediately moved to sever the firm’s naming-rights deal for the team’s home arena. (more…)

Prudential Center upgrades on tap for 15th anniversary season
With a 15th anniversary season at hand, Prudential Center upgrades are on tap for the home of the New Jersey Devils in the 2022-2023 NHL season. (more…)

Oak View Group adds American Express lounges at Climate Pledge Arena, UBS Arena
As part of a deal establishing American Express as the official payment partner of the arenas, Oak View Group announces new AmEx hospitality spaces and plenty of new perks both in Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena and New York’s UBS Arena. (more…)

Clippers go DTC with unveiling of ClipperVision streaming service
In what will likely be a closely scrutinized debut, the Los Angeles Clippers are going direct to consumers with ClipperVision, featuring six streams centered on commentary and broadcasts covering more than 70 of the team’s 84 home and away games. (more…)

Chase Center DoorDash service announced
The Golden State Warriors are adding Chase Center DoorDash delivery to order in-arena food and beverage items using the DoorDash mobile app. (more…)

Calls for Seattle Sonics return grow louder after NBA preseason game at Climate Pledge Arena
After a successful preseason game and impassioned speech from former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer at Climate Pledge Arena, we’re hearing more calls for the return of the Seattle Sonics to the NBA. (more…)

Crypto.com update #2: Two new Just Walk Out locations
More Crypto.com Arena news for the 2022-2023 NBA/NHL seasons: Arena visitors will have access to two new grab-and-go locations powered by Amazon’s frictionless Just Walk Out technology. (more…)

Crypto.com Arena update #1: New video displays
We’ll have a better view of Crypto.com Arena, home of the Los Angeles Lakers (NBA) / Kings (NHL) / Sparks (WNBA) / Clippers (NBA) with the installation of new video and ribbon displays for the 2022-2023 season. (more…)

Oak View Group expands international hospitality profile with Bovingdons acquisition
Oak View Group is beefing up its international hospitality profile after acquiring premium UK-based hospitality provider Bovingdons, the first international operator to join OVG Hospitality’s portfolio. (more…)