Hinkle Fieldhouse Hosting Emirates NBA Cup 2026 Championship

The NBA recently announced that the Emirates NBA Cup 2026 Championship will take place at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, home to Butler University. The highly anticipated winner-take-all game is set for Friday, Dec. 11, during the 2026-27 NBA season, and will be streaming exclusively on Prime Video.

This decision to host the Championship at Hinkle Fieldhouse is part of the NBA’s long-term strategy to bring the event to venues that celebrate the sport’s history and resonate with fans worldwide. Kelly Flatow, NBA Head of Global Events, expressed excitement about the choice, highlighting the special setting of Hinkle Fieldhouse and how it will capture the essence of the Emirates NBA Cup Championship.

With a seating capacity of 9,100, Hinkle Fieldhouse has a rich basketball heritage, having been a home to NBA teams in the league’s early years. The venue also holds significance as the setting for the 1954 Indiana high school state championship game, which inspired the popular movie “Hoosiers.” Additionally, in 1955, basketball icon Oscar Robertson led Crispus Attucks High School to victory in the Indiana state championship at Hinkle Fieldhouse, marking a historic moment as the first all-Black basketball state champion.

In the lead-up to the Emirates NBA Cup Championship, Butler campus will feature an array of basketball activities to create an exciting atmosphere for fans. Those eager to attend the game can register for ticket updates on NBAEvents.com, with ticket packages offering premium access, VIP experiences, and hospitality currently available for purchase at nbaexperiences.com/emirates-nba-cup-2026.

As the Emirates NBA Cup continues to evolve, the NBA, along with title partner Emirates and streaming platform Prime Video, are dedicated to enhancing the Championship experience and uniting fans through the sport’s most memorable moments. The tournament, which debuted in 2023, will crown its fourth champion this December after previous wins by the Los Angeles Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks, and New York Knicks.

Excitement is building for the Emirates NBA Cup 2026 Championship, promising a thrilling basketball experience at Hinkle Fieldhouse that fans won’t want to miss.