Wolves plunge the target center into darkness for a “theatre” effect.

THE Wolves they weren’t happy with putting the trees back on the jerseys against Indiana. THE the first home game of the season allowed Minnesota fans to notice some changes in the visual atmosphere of the Target Center. The arena lighting, the second oldest in the league, has been completely redesigned by new owners, Mark Lore and Alex Rodriguez, to provide fans with an unforgettable experience. The rendering is successful and reminiscent of certain emblematic NBA rooms.

Until now, it was quite “bright”, especially around the parquet, the room is now more immersed in darkness, so that all the spotlights on the field and the players can concentrate better.

“This new lighting design enhances the ambiance of the big game while preserving the close connection between the team and our fans, bringing energy, attention and spectacle to every Timberwolves and Link game.” describe the leaders of the two Minnesota franchises in a press release. The game becomes like a stage, highlighted by 83 new lighting elements. “It was amazing, so cool” enjoyed it Julius Randle after the meeting. “It reminded me of my years at Staples Center. Thanks to the owners for making this change. Is it going to be like this every game?”

The former Lakers player is eager to find this new atmosphere, which reminds him of his early days in Los Angeles. And he’s not the only one feeling a little California in this new version of Target.

“It’s great, it reminds me of LA or Madison Square Garden.” he got excited Jaylen Clark. “It was difficult to see where my mother and my girlfriend are in the stands, but I love this atmosphere. »

“Here, people are really into it, it’s in their blood”

On the back end, these changes help increase the appeal around Minnesota, not as big a market or flashy name as the nation’s biggest cities, but a city where the enthusiasm for sports is real.

“Minnesota is fantastic, I’ll tell everyone about it when I get back to California” insisted the native of Riverside, a Los Angeles suburb, and former UCLA college player. “When I was young, Minnesota was, you see, in the middle of the map… But I’ll tell them we’re really invested in sports here. In Los Angeles, you see how things are, you come to a show and you go home. Here, people are really into it, it’s in their blood.”

This support and this “theatrical” atmosphere made it possible for the Wolves get away with it against the attractive Pacersdespite the injury to Anthony Edwards during the match.