Denver Nuggets (Denver, CO)

Address: 1000 Chopper Cir, Denver, CO 80204

Altitude Advantage: Ball Arena sits one mile above sea level (5,280 ft). Visiting teams often face fatigue and breathlessness, which the Nuggets leverage with a fast-paced play-style. Their home record reflects this edge.

This arena is home to the Nuggets, Avalanche, Mammoths & Concerts. This is an overview of the effort it takes to set it up for a basketball game:

• Cost of the basketball court is $105,000.00.
• Each basketball stanchion weighs approximately 3,300 pounds and is anchored into the basketball floor to prevent it from being tipped over.
• Each net on the basketball goals is replaced every 5 games or as needed.
• There are 233 pieces to the basketball floor – each weighing approximately 185 pounds. The total weight of the entire basketball floor is 41,625 pounds.

Notable Features: 

Breckenridge Brewery entrance: You can enter the arena via this bar, giving you a unique entry path and fun social atmosphere. Popular for pre- and post-game gathering.

The Denver Nuggets Skyline Drumline is a professional interactive drum team that can be heard in and around Ball Arena. They sit on the edge of the 2nd level seating.

You can say “Hi” to the DJ by Swinging by PawS’ DJ booth in section 134 or suggest a song by X @PawsTheMusic.

Kids? You may be able to register them for the ‘Gameday Clinics’ are co-ed limited capacity clinics for youth ages 6-14 years old, where they can play on the court before the game: it includes 1 ticket, shirt, basketball and professional instruction. Check their website for dates.

Food & Drinks:

It’s recommended to make reservations if you would like to eat in the Michelob Ultra Mountain House. Fans also cite churros as a must-have.

Expect arena-style bar food, not gourmet cuisine, though there are some standout options like smash burgers ($10) or a corn dog that some fans dub: “full meal imo.”

Fans regularly discuss the 19.2 oz “tallboy” cans served at the arena, favored for both value and size. Drafts are served in aluminum cups, made by the Ball Corporation