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Upon its opening in 2005, the Spectrum Center was initially named the Time Warner Cable Arena.
Answer: False
The Spectrum Center originally opened as the Charlotte Bobcats Arena in 2005. It was renamed Time Warner Cable Arena in 2008.
The Spectrum Center's initial construction cost was $260 million, a sum equivalent to $419 million when adjusted for inflation to 2024 values.
Answer: True
The initial construction cost of the Spectrum Center was $260 million, which, when adjusted for inflation, equates to $419 million in 2024 dollars.
The Spectrum Center is owned by the City of Charlotte, with its operations managed by Hornets Sports & Entertainment.
Answer: True
The Spectrum Center is owned by the City of Charlotte and operated by Hornets Sports & Entertainment.
The Spectrum Center's groundbreaking occurred in 2003, with its official opening taking place two years later in 2005.
Answer: True
The Spectrum Center broke ground on July 29, 2003, and officially opened on October 21, 2005.
The principal justification for constructing a new arena in Charlotte during the early 2000s was the advanced age of the Charlotte Coliseum, rendering it structurally unsound after more than 30 years of operation.
Answer: False
The Charlotte Coliseum was considered outdated primarily due to its limited number of luxury suites (eight), not its age or structural integrity, as it was only 13 years old at the time.
Which entity holds ownership of the Spectrum Center?
Answer: The City of Charlotte
The Spectrum Center is owned by the City of Charlotte, while its operations are managed by Hornets Sports & Entertainment.
What was the official name of the Spectrum Center immediately preceding its rebranding as 'Spectrum Center' in 2016?
Answer: Time Warner Cable Arena
The Spectrum Center was known as the Time Warner Cable Arena from 2008 until its renaming in 2016.
On what specific date did the Spectrum Center officially commence operations?
Answer: October 21, 2005
The Spectrum Center officially opened its doors on October 21, 2005, following its groundbreaking in July 2003.
What was the estimated inflation-adjusted value of the Spectrum Center's initial construction cost in 2024 USD?
Answer: $419 million
The initial construction cost of $260 million is estimated to be $419 million in 2024 dollars, reflecting inflation.
The Spectrum Center's seating capacity for NBA basketball games is 20,200, which also represents its maximum capacity for professional wrestling events.
Answer: False
The Spectrum Center's seating capacity for NBA basketball games is 19,077, while its capacity for college basketball and professional wrestling events is 20,200.
Ellerbe Becket, Odell Associates, Inc., and The Freelon Group, Inc. PC Sports were the lead architectural firms for the Spectrum Center.
Answer: True
Ellerbe Becket, Odell Associates, Inc., and The Freelon Group, Inc. were the architectural firms involved in the Spectrum Center's design, with PC Sports serving as project manager.
The Spectrum Center employs a single-surface floor, which is permanently configured for basketball games.
Answer: False
The Spectrum Center features a multi-surface floor, allowing it to adapt to various sports and entertainment events, not a single, permanent basketball setup.
Which of the following entities was NOT identified as an architectural firm involved in the design of the Spectrum Center?
Answer: Hunt/R.J. Leeper
Ellerbe Becket, Odell Associates, Inc., and The Freelon Group, Inc. were the architects, while Hunt/R.J. Leeper served as the general contractor, not an architect.
Which of the following constituted a notable original design feature of the Spectrum Center upon its inauguration?
Answer: The largest center-hung scoreboard in any NBA arena at the time, featuring a 3D mural of the Charlotte skyline.
A notable original design feature was the largest center-hung scoreboard in any NBA arena at the time, which included a unique light-up 360-degree 3D mural of the Charlotte skyline.
The 2016 renovations incorporated a new scoreboard, approximately twice the size of its predecessor, prominently featuring a 'hive' motif.
Answer: True
A new $7 million scoreboard, nearly twice the size of the original and featuring a 'hive' motif, was installed during the 2016 renovations.
The comprehensive 2022 renovation plans for the Spectrum Center are projected for completion by the close of 2024.
Answer: False
Construction for the 2022 renovation plans was expected to commence in summer 2022, with a rough completion date projected for 2027.
When were the initial significant renovations to the Spectrum Center announced, primarily undertaken in anticipation of the 2017 NBA All-Star Game?
Answer: September 2014
The first major renovations were announced in September 2014, with $34 million allocated by the city council, primarily for the 2017 NBA All-Star Game.
Which components are encompassed within the $275 million renovation plan for the Spectrum Center, approved in 2022?
Answer: Internal upgrades, a potential outdoor entertainment space, and a new practice facility across the street.
The $275 million renovation plan approved in 2022 includes internal upgrades, a potential outdoor entertainment space, a new practice facility, and transit station upgrades.
The Spectrum Center has hosted the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship tournaments on five occasions, including a scheduled event in 2024.
Answer: True
The Spectrum Center has hosted the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship tournaments in 2008, 2011, 2015, 2018, and is scheduled to host again in 2024, totaling five times.
The Spectrum Center was the site of the first-ever 16-seed over 1-seed upset in the NCAA Tournament's 64-team field, which occurred in 2018.
Answer: True
The UMBC Retrievers defeated the Virginia Cavaliers 74–54 at the Spectrum Center on March 16, 2018, marking the first 16-seed over 1-seed upset in the NCAA Tournament's 64-team field.
The Spectrum Center hosted its inaugural Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) mixed martial arts event in 2015.
Answer: False
The Spectrum Center hosted its first UFC event, UFC on Fox: Jacaré vs. Brunson 2, on January 27, 2018.
Which of the following years is NOT documented as a period when the Spectrum Center hosted the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship tournaments?
Answer: 2016
The Spectrum Center hosted the NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship tournaments in 2008, 2011, 2015, 2018, and is scheduled for 2024, but not 2016.
What was the result of the UMBC Retrievers versus Virginia Cavaliers game, held at the Spectrum Center during the 2018 NCAA Tournament?
Answer: UMBC Retrievers achieved the first-ever 16-seed over 1-seed upset.
The UMBC Retrievers defeated the Virginia Cavaliers 74–54, marking the first 16-seed over 1-seed upset in the NCAA Tournament's 64-team field.
Which specific college basketball tournament was hosted by the Spectrum Center annually from 2006 to 2020?
Answer: Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) men's and women's basketball tournaments
The Spectrum Center hosted the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) men's and women's basketball tournaments annually from 2006 to 2020.
On what date did the Spectrum Center host its inaugural Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) mixed martial arts event?
Answer: January 27, 2018
The Spectrum Center hosted its first UFC event, UFC on Fox: Jacaré vs. Brunson 2, on January 27, 2018.
Which of the following sports teams was NOT a permanent tenant of the Spectrum Center?
Answer: Carolina Panthers (NFL)
The Charlotte Checkers (ECHL and AHL) and the Charlotte Sting (WNBA) were permanent tenants, but the Carolina Panthers (NFL) were not.
Which of the following constituted a memorable moment during a WWE event held at the Spectrum Center in June 2007?
Answer: The last match of Chris Benoit.
The last match of Chris Benoit occurred during a June 2007 SmackDown!/ECW taping at the Spectrum Center.
The Spectrum Center served as the host venue for both the Democratic National Convention in 2012 and the entirety of the Republican National Convention in 2020.
Answer: False
The Spectrum Center hosted the Democratic National Convention in 2012, but the 2020 Republican National Convention was scaled back due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with only Day 1 events at the Charlotte Convention Center and the remainder held virtually.
The 1975 performed at the Spectrum Center in October 2023 as part of their 'Still... At Their Very Best' tour.
Answer: True
The 1975 headlined their 'Still... At Their Very Best' tour at the Spectrum Center on October 20, 2023.
AC/DC's 'Black Ice World Tour' concert at the Spectrum Center in December 2008 featured The Answer as the opening act.
Answer: True
The Answer opened for AC/DC during their 'Black Ice World Tour' concert at the Spectrum Center on December 18, 2008.
The 'CMG Gangsta Art Tour' in December 2024 at the Spectrum Center is scheduled to feature exclusively Moneybagg Yo and Yo Gotti.
Answer: False
The 'CMG Gangsta Art Tour' in December 2024 is scheduled to feature a larger lineup including Big Boogie, Blac Youngsta, GloRilla, Moneybagg Yo, Yo Gotti, EST Gee, Lil Poppa, and Mozzy.
Billie Eilish's 'Happier Than Ever, The World Tour' concert at the Spectrum Center in February 2022 featured Tkay Maidza as the opening act.
Answer: True
Tkay Maidza performed as the opening act for Billie Eilish's 'Happier Than Ever, The World Tour' concert at the Spectrum Center on February 6, 2022.
Turnstile and Landon Barker served as the opening acts for Blink-182's 'World Tour 2023/2024' concert at the Spectrum Center.
Answer: True
Turnstile and Landon Barker opened for Blink-182's 'World Tour 2023/2024' concert at the Spectrum Center on July 14, 2023.
Cirque du Soleil has presented only one production, 'Delirium', for multiple performances at the Spectrum Center.
Answer: False
Cirque du Soleil has brought several shows to the Spectrum Center for multiple performances, including 'Delirium,' 'Alegría,' 'Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour,' 'Quidam,' and 'Crystal'.
Normani and Social House served as the opening acts for Ariana Grande's 'Sweetener World Tour' concert at the Spectrum Center in June 2019.
Answer: True
Normani and Social House opened for Ariana Grande's 'Sweetener World Tour' concert at the Spectrum Center on June 10, 2019.
Drake's 'It's All a Blur Tour' at the Spectrum Center in September 2023 featured Travis Scott as the opening act.
Answer: False
Drake's 'It's All a Blur Tour' at the Spectrum Center in September 2023 featured 21 Savage as the opening act, not Travis Scott.
Elton John and Billy Joel performed a joint concert at the Spectrum Center in 2009 as part of their 'Face to Face 2009' tour.
Answer: True
Elton John and Billy Joel performed together at the Spectrum Center on March 7, 2009, as part of their 'Face to Face 2009' tour.
Blackbear and Jaden Smith served as the opening acts for Fall Out Boy's 'The Mania Tour' concert at the Spectrum Center in November 2017.
Answer: True
Blackbear and Jaden Smith opened for Fall Out Boy's 'The Mania Tour' concert at the Spectrum Center on November 3, 2017.
Which major political convention, initially planned for its primary events at the Spectrum Center in 2020, experienced a reduction in scope due to the COVID-19 pandemic?
Answer: Republican National Convention
The 2020 Republican National Convention was originally scheduled for the Spectrum Center but was scaled back due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Which of the following event categories is NOT listed as a type of non-sporting event hosted by the Spectrum Center?
Answer: Academic conferences
The Spectrum Center hosts musical acts, family productions, concerts, circuses, and professional wrestling events, but academic conferences are not listed.
Which artist performed at the Spectrum Center in October 2023 as part of their 'Still... At Their Very Best' tour?
Answer: The 1975
The 1975 performed at the Spectrum Center on October 20, 2023, as part of their 'Still... At Their Very Best' tour.
Which band served as the opening act for AC/DC during their 'Black Ice World Tour' concert at the Spectrum Center in December 2008?
Answer: The Answer
The Answer opened for AC/DC during their 'Black Ice World Tour' concert at the Spectrum Center on December 18, 2008.
Which artists comprised the lineup for 'The Trilogy Tour 'The Party Continues'' at the Spectrum Center in March 2024?
Answer: Pitbull, Enrique Iglesias, and Ricky Martin
Pitbull, Enrique Iglesias, and Ricky Martin performed at the Spectrum Center on March 2, 2024, as part of 'The Trilogy Tour 'The Party Continues''.
Which television series featured the Spectrum Center as a principal setting for its series finale?
Answer: Veep
The Spectrum Center was the primary setting for the series finale of the television series *Veep*.
Based on the provided data, how many times has the 'Winter Jam Tour Spectacular' been hosted at the Spectrum Center?
Answer: Twelve times
The 'Winter Jam Tour Spectacular' has been held at the Spectrum Center twelve times, from 2008 to 2019.
Which artists served as the opening acts for Kanye West's 'Glow in the Dark Tour' concert at the Spectrum Center in May 2008?
Answer: Rihanna, Lupe Fiasco, N.E.R.D, and DJ Craze
Rihanna, Lupe Fiasco, N.E.R.D, and DJ Craze opened for Kanye West's 'Glow in the Dark Tour' at the Spectrum Center on May 8, 2008.
A public referendum in 2001, which included funding for the new arena as part of an arts package, successfully passed, thereby enabling immediate construction approval.
Answer: False
A non-binding public referendum for an arts package, which included funding for the new arena, failed in 2001 due to opposition from a grassroots organization.
The 2006 controversy surrounding graduation ceremonies at the arena resulted in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools being assessed a $15,000 fee, which the school system ultimately remitted.
Answer: False
The Charlotte Bobcats charged Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools a $15,000 fee for graduation ceremonies in 2006, but this fee was ultimately waived after public controversy.
The 2017 NBA All-Star Game was relocated from Charlotte as a direct consequence of the NBA's opposition to North Carolina's Public Facilities Privacy & Security Act (HB2 bill).
Answer: True
The NBA moved the 2017 All-Star Game from Charlotte due to its opposition to the HB2 bill, but the city later hosted the 2019 game after changes to the act.
The Charlotte Checkers (AHL) relocated from the Spectrum Center primarily because of the arena's suboptimal sightlines and obstructed views during hockey games.
Answer: True
The Charlotte Checkers (AHL) moved back to Bojangles' Coliseum due to the Spectrum Center's asymmetrical seating for hockey, which resulted in many obstructed views.
The Charlotte Sting WNBA team competed for multiple seasons at the Spectrum Center before its eventual dissolution, attributed to financial difficulties.
Answer: False
The Charlotte Sting WNBA team played only one season at the Spectrum Center in 2006 before folding in early 2007 due to low attendance and a lack of on-court success.
What was the primary reason for the failure of the 2001 public referendum concerning the new arena?
Answer: A grass-roots organization opposed the arena's construction due to a vetoed living wage ordinance.
The referendum failed largely due to opposition from a grassroots organization, Helping Empower Local People, which protested the construction after a living wage ordinance was vetoed by the mayor.
What was the principal reason for the Charlotte Checkers (AHL) returning to Bojangles' Coliseum in 2015?
Answer: The Spectrum Center's asymmetrical seating for hockey resulted in many obstructed views.
The Charlotte Checkers (AHL) relocated due to the Spectrum Center's asymmetrical seating arrangement for hockey, which led to numerous obstructed views.
Identify the contributing factors to the dissolution of the Charlotte Sting WNBA team after a single season at the Spectrum Center.
Answer: Low attendance and a lack of on-court success.
The Charlotte Sting WNBA team folded after one season due to low attendance and a lack of on-court success.
The Spectrum Center is commonly referred to by the nicknames 'The Cable Box' and 'The Hive'.
Answer: True
The Spectrum Center is known by the informal appellations 'The Cable Box' and 'The Hive'.
What constitutes the primary function of the Spectrum Center?
Answer: It functions as an indoor arena for various entertainment and sports events, including being the home court for the Charlotte Hornets.
The Spectrum Center is an indoor arena that serves as a versatile venue for various entertainment and sports events, including being the home court for the Charlotte Hornets NBA team.
Which public transit option provides direct access to the Spectrum Center?
Answer: The city's tram system at the CTC/Arena stop.
The Spectrum Center is accessible via the city's tram system at the CTC/Arena stop.