When did the Ford Center open its doors in Oklahoma City?
The Ford Center opened its doors on the 8th of June 2002. This date marked the end of three years of construction in downtown Oklahoma City.
Questions about Paycom Center
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What was the original name of the Paycom Center before it changed to that title?
The building carried the name Ford Center from 2002 until 2010. A naming rights deal with the Oklahoma Ford Dealers group created this title rather than a deal with the Ford Motor Company itself.
How many people attended games at the Ford Center during the 2005, 06 season when the New Orleans Hornets played there?
Fans attended games at an average of 18,716 people in 2005, 06 across 36 games. The team leased the facility for the 2005, 06 season and extended that option for 2006, 07.
On what date did officials announce the Sonics franchise would relocate to Oklahoma City?
On the 2nd of July 2008, officials announced the Sonics franchise would relocate to Oklahoma City. The agreement retired the SuperSonics moniker, color, and logos.
When will the new publicly owned downtown arena open after the current structure closes?
The new facility is slated to open no later than the opening of the 2029-30 NBA season. On the 17th of May 2024, officials revealed the site of the former Cox Convention Center as the location for the new arena.