NBA Announces Intuit Dome as Venue for Historic 75th All-Star Weekend
The National Basketball Association has made a landmark decision, officially designating the Intuit Dome as the host venue for its 75th All-Star Weekend. This prestigious event is scheduled to take place from February 13 to 15, 2026, in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. The $2 billion sports and entertainment complex represents a passion project of LA Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, who envisioned creating the world's premier basketball stadium.
A High-Profile Debut for a Revolutionary Arena
The 2026 All-Star Weekend will serve as the grand introduction for the Intuit Dome since its opening in August 2024. With a capacity of 18,300 enthusiastic fans, the event is poised to showcase a groundbreaking U.S. vs. World round-robin tournament format. This innovative approach aims to enhance player competition and maximize fan engagement through the arena's state-of-the-art infrastructure.
Architectural Innovations Designed for Basketball Excellence
Privately owned by Steve Ballmer's company, Murphy Bowl, the Intuit Dome breaks from tradition as the dedicated home arena for the LA Clippers, ending their shared tenancy at Crypto.com Arena with the Lakers. Unlike conventional multi-purpose designs, the architecture draws inspiration from the basketball net itself.
- The facility offers a unique 360-degree viewing experience that positions spectators significantly closer to the rectangular court action.
- This basketball-centric design philosophy prioritizes delivering the ultimate live game experience for attendees.
- A standout feature is "The Wall," comprising 51 consecutive rows of seats designed to amplify the energy of passionate fans.
- For viewing parties, an expansive 80,000 square foot plaza includes a full-sized basketball court and a massive 4K LED screen.
- Fan comfort is elevated with approximately 1,400 restrooms, roughly triple the number found in standard NBA arenas.
Cutting-Edge Technology and Sustainability Leadership
The Intuit Dome stands as the NBA's most technologically advanced and environmentally friendly arena. Its technological centerpiece is the Halo Board, a double-sided 4K display featuring 233 million LEDs. This system provides a 360-degree unobstructed view of "CourtVision" analytics to every seat in the 18,000-capacity bowl.
- Every arena seat is equipped with USB-C charging ports and interactive decibel-counting technology, enabling the Halo Board to react in real-time to crowd volume fluctuations.
- From a security perspective, the venue implements facial recognition entry systems with streamlined checkout processes.
- Sustainability remains a core pillar, with the arena designed to be carbon-neutral from its first operational day.
- Power is sourced from an on-site solar array supported by a massive 11-megawatt-hour battery storage system.
- The entire facility operates on electric systems, earning LEED Platinum certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, the highest possible rating for sustainable construction.
This combination of architectural innovation, technological sophistication, and environmental stewardship positions the Intuit Dome as a transformative venue set to redefine the All-Star experience for players and fans alike during the NBA's milestone 75th celebration.
