When did construction begin on the Mortgage Matchup Center?
Construction began on the 1st of August 1990. Former Suns owner Jerry Colangelo envisioned a need for a new arena to be built in Phoenix at that time.
Questions about Mortgage Matchup Center
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who owns the naming rights to the Mortgage Matchup Center as of October 2025?
United Wholesale Mortgage secured the naming rights effective on the 2nd of October 2025. The venue changed its name to Mortgage Matchup Center following the expiration of the previous deal with Footprint.
What was the capacity of the Mortgage Matchup Center during the Winnipeg Jets era?
The arena's listed capacity reduced to 16,210 after the team had to curtain off some obstructed-view seats. This configuration issue persisted from the 1996 season until the team moved to Glendale Arena midway through the 2003, 04 NHL season.
Which major sporting events occurred at the Mortgage Matchup Center between 1993 and 2025?
The facility hosted three games of the 1993 NBA Finals against the Chicago Bulls and three games of the 2021 NBA Finals against the Milwaukee Bucks. It also served as the host for WNBA Finals games in 1998, 2007, 2009, 2014, 2021, and 2025.
When did Billie Eilish perform at the Mortgage Matchup Center?
Billie Eilish returned to Phoenix to perform on November 18 and 19, 2025. These concerts were part of her Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour.