Editing Spectrum Center (section)

=== Renovations ===
In September 2014, the Charlotte city council agreed to give the Hornets $34 million for arena renovations in preparation for the [[2017 NBA All-Star Game]].<ref>{{cite news|last=Spanberg|first=Erik|title=Council backs $34M for Charlotte Hornets' arena|url=http://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/blog/queen_city_agenda/2014/09/council-backs-34m-for-charlotte-hornets-arena.html|publisher=[[American City Business Journals|Charlotte Business Journal]]|date=September 8, 2014|access-date=September 13, 2016}}</ref> (However, the game was moved to New Orleans because of a controversial [[HB2|HB2 bill]], but the Spectrum Center did host the [[2019 NBA All-Star Game]] to make up for it.)

On January 24, 2015, the Hornets announced and unveiled images of a new scoreboard to be installed in summer 2016, costing $7 million. The board's screens measure out at 25' high by 42' wide and 18' high by 31' wide, approximately, making it almost twice the size of the original board and among the NBA's largest. The screens are able to handle 1080p resolution, something unique to the  NBA. Two smaller "underbelly" screens would also be included. In addition, the scoreboard would be able to change colors and have a visible 'hive' motif built-in throughout its design. It was also announced that four retractable auxiliary scoreboards will be installed in the corners of the upper level and finally, 360° ribbon boards are scheduled to be installed as well. Construction was completed by the start of the 2016–17 NBA season. Also announced were plans for the renovation of the visitors locker room, suites, and other rooms.<ref>{{cite news|title=Hornets Introduce New Scoreboard Design|url=http://www.nba.com/hornets/hornets-introduce-new-scoreboard-design|publisher=Charlotte Hornets|date=February 24, 2016|access-date=September 13, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|last=Kiser|first=Bill|title=Hornets unveil design for new $7 million scoreboard, rave about its unique features|url=http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nba/charlotte-hornets/article62221932.html|newspaper=The Charlotte Observer|date=February 24, 2016|access-date=September 13, 2016}}</ref> This marked the first major renovations to the Spectrum Center in its history.

The city proposed a $245 million renovation plan for both the arena and the area around it in early 2022. It included various internal upgrades to the arena such as new HVAC units, and the possibility of an outdoor space for entertainment similar to others found at NBA arenas. The biggest addition would be a separate new practice facility located across the street from the arena. In addition, the cost would also cover upgrades to the existing transit station where the new facility would be.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.wcnc.com/article/money/spectrum-center-renovations-uptown-charlotte-hornets/275-e612f5e2-8fab-4d27-8394-95cda7550bdb | title=City proposes $245M total for renovations to Spectrum Center | date=31 May 2022 }}</ref> City leaders approved the renovations, now priced at $275 million, in June 2022. Construction is expected to start in summer 2022 with a rough completion date in 2027.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.wsoctv.com/news/local/charlotte-leaders-discuss-renovating-spectrum-center/OYYLBWOS7NH6VB3BAKDQA54AFQ/ | title=Charlotte City Council approves $275 million for Spectrum Center upgrades, practice facility | date=14 June 2022 }}</ref>