What is the Rose Garden arena called now?

PORTLAND — The Rose Garden Arena will now be known as The Moda Center, the Portland Trail Blazers announced Tuesday morning.

Why is Moda Center called Moda?

William Johnson, president of Moda Health, said the company’s new name, and the building’s new name, are meant to connote active living. “Moda is derived from the Latin term ‘modus,’ which means ‘the way,'” Johnson explained. “The way to do more, the way to do better, the way to better health.

Why is Portland called Rip City?

The nickname Rip City is usually used in the context of the city’s NBA team, the Trail Blazers. The term was stamped by the team’s play-by-play announcer Bill Schonely during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers back in February 1971.

Who owns the Rose Garden?

The Rose Garden bankruptcy occurred in 2004 when the Rose Garden in Portland, Oregon was the subject and primary asset in a bankruptcy filing, shifting ownership of the arena from billionaire Paul Allen to a consortium of creditors.

What is the largest NBA stadium?

Chicago Bulls – United Center. Named after United Airlines, this arena is home to both the Chicago Bulls as well as the Chicago Blackhawks of the NHL. It sits just outside of the Chicago Loop near the old Chicago Stadium. It is the largest NBA arena in both square footage and capacity.

How much is parking at Moda Center?

If you plan to park in the Moda Center parking lots, you can expect to pay anywhere between $10- $35. Parking lots open two hours before any event and there are 2,500 parking spaces to use. There is no difference in motorcycle parking at the venue via parking cost.

Where do the Blazers play next?

The Blazers’ next game is Friday, Feb. 21 against Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans. Portland will host New Orleans at the Moda Center. The game tips off at 7:30 p.m. and will air on national TV on ESPN.

What makes the Moda Center unique?

The Moda Center is a $267 million multi-purpose arena that opened in the fall of 1995 as the Rose Garden, which remains an ongoing community icon in Portland. Moda Center also contains an intimate theater configuration called Theater of the Clouds that has played host to a variety of concerts and speakers.

How old is the Moda Center?

The team will now be able to accommodate 10,000 fans in Moda Center.

Who built Moda Center?

The Moda Center is a 785,000-square-foot (7.29-hectare), 19,980-seat multipurpose arena. The arena is divided into two major sections, an upper and lower bowl, separated by a level of luxury boxes. The arena opened in 1995, and is the current home of the Portland Trail Blazers of the National Basketball Association.

What is Portland known for?

What is Portland Known For?

• The Saturday Market. Portland is a hodgepodge of everything that’s hip in the US right now, and you can find it all at the Saturday Market.
• Food Truck Scene.
• The Arboretum.
• Thriving Art Scene.
• Distillery Row.
• Coffee Like No Other.
• Foodie Paradise.
• Bicycle Rides.