Minnesota is home to 4 teams (1 NBA, 1 WNBA and 2 D-I) playing in 3 arenas. The biggest is Target Center in Minneapolis, home of the Minnesota Timberwolves, with 18,798 seats. The oldest is Williams Arena, opened in 1928.
NBA1
- NBATarget Center — Minnesota Timberwolves (Minneapolis)opened 1990 · cap 18,798SiteMapNBA · Western Conference · Northwest Division
WNBA1
- WNBATarget Center — Minnesota Lynx (Minneapolis)opened 1990 · cap 18,798SiteMapWNBA
NCAA Division I2
Big Ten
- D-IWilliams Arena — Minnesota Golden Gophers (Minneapolis)opened 1928 · cap 14,625SiteMapBig Ten
Summit
- D-ILee and Penny Anderson Arena — St. Thomas Tommies (Saint Paul)opened 2025 · cap 5,000SiteMapSummit
Arena names link to each arena’s page with capacity, history and nearby arenas. Site opens the team’s official site; Map opens directions. Listings cover NBA, WNBA, G League and NCAA Division I basketball arenas for the 2026–27 season. Capacity figures vary by source.
Minnesota arena questions
How many basketball arenas are in Minnesota?
Minnesota is home to 4 teams (1 NBA, 1 WNBA and 2 D-I) playing in 3 arenas.
Which NBA teams play in Minnesota?
Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center (Minneapolis).
What is the biggest basketball arena in Minnesota?
Target Center in Minneapolis, home of the Minnesota Timberwolves, holds 18,798.
What is the oldest basketball arena in Minnesota?
Williams Arena in Minneapolis opened in 1928.
How do I find the closest basketball arena to me?
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