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Butler's iconic Hinkle Fieldhouse will play host to the next NBA Cup final in December
By TIM REYNOLDS, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
The NBA is going back to college this coming season, bringing the NBA Cup championship game to Butler's historic Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Hinkle — one of the oldest arenas in the country — is iconic, and more than fits the billing that NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and other league offic...
Key takeaway Hinkle — one of the oldest arenas in the country — is iconic, and more than fits the billing that NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and other league officials were looking for when [...
Why this matters in The McAllen
While the NBA Cup final is set to take place at Butler's Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, the news may spark interest among local basketball fans in McAllen . As the Rio Grande Valley continues to grow and develop its own sports scene, the decision to host a major championship game at a historic college arena could have implications for similar venues in the area. Although Hinkle Fieldhouse is a unique venue with a rich history, the choice to host the NBA Cup final there may encourage local officials to consider the potential of McAllen's own facilities to attract high-profile sporting events. The success of the NBA Cup final at Hinkle Fieldhouse will be worth watching, as it could provide a model for McAllen to pursue similar opportunities and bring major sports events to the city.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? The NBA is going back to college this coming season, bringing the NBA Cup championship game to Butler's historic Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Hinkle — one of the oldest arenas in the country — is iconic, and more than fits the billing that NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and other league offic...
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