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NBA Preseason Games 2025
NBA Preseason Kicks off in Canada and Macau
The National Basketball Association kicks off its 2025-2026 season with preseason games in Canada and Macau. This years games featured the Toronto Raptors and Denver Nuggets facing off at Rogers Stadium in Vancouver and The Phoenix Suns and Brooklyn Nets competing in Macau at The Venetian Arena. Both venues drew large enthusiastic crowds of basketball fans, as the NBA continues to bring the game of basketball to an ever larger global audience.
As in seasons past, Horner Sports Flooring was the NBA’s supplier of choice, to provide the courts for these important games. For decades, Horner’s ProKing® portable basketball floor has been the NBA’s first choice when sending a court to a distant location. Horner’s on-site technicians make sure every event goes as smooth as possible.
A Clean Basketball Floor
As the NBA migrates more and more to virtual advertising on the floor surface, the floor itself becomes ever more free of advertising. Without all the ads and staining effects found on most floors, these preseason floors show off just how even and consistent Horner Sports Floors are. When a floor is left clean, like these, there is nowhere to hide imperfections like big gaps or miss graded lumber. It all has to be perfect, and they were.
Horner Sports Flooring supplies permanent and portable sports flooring to professional and collegiate teams as well as schools, gyms and private clubs around the world.
NBA Paris Games 2025
NBA Paris JAM 2025 Features Horner ProKing®
When the NBA knows the world is watching, they turn to Horner Sports Flooring for the floor they will use. This is the case, for the NBA Paris Games. This event is a mash-up of basketball, celebrities, music, food and fashion. What better place to hold such an event than Paris France? The three day event will feature fan interactive baskeball with the Spurs and Pacers, along with celebrities like french, Formula 1 race driver Esteban Ocon and French judo icon Teddy Riner. Food and music concerts will also take place.
As the NBA continues to promote the game of basketball around the world, it explores new ways to get more fans increasingly involved, and merge basketball culture with local cultures. Few cities in the world express their culture more than Paris, and this year’s NBA Paris Jam will bring Paris culture to the fore.
Horner Sports Flooring is very proud to be an integral part of The NBA’s efforts to bring the game of basketball to the world. Horner provides the NBA with its world-class ProKing portable basketball floor. The NBA has chosen the ProKing for its special events because of its safety and play qualities. But perhaps the most important reason, is ProKing’s durability. The ProKing portable basketball floor has proven it can be shipped anywhere in the world and arrive, ready to play.
San Antonio Spurs and Indiana Pacers to Face Off.
This years NBA teams, participating in the NBA Paris Games, are the Spurs and and the Pacers, two great teams to bring more basketball to the EU and France. The popularity of these NBA showcase games is evident by the sold-out crowds. Paris Jam looks to be yet another sell-out, especially with all the additional events widening the general appeal of the three day event.
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Horner Sports Flooring Celebrates 50 Years of ProKing® Portable Basketball Floors
50 years of ProKing® Portable Basketball Floors
Horner Sports Flooring is proud to announce the 50th anniversary of its iconic ProKing® portable basketball floor. For half a century, ProKing® has been the benchmark for portable hardwood sports flooring systems, providing athletes and spectators with a durable, reliable, and performance-enhancing playing surface.
Introduced in 1974, ProKing® revolutionized the way portable basketball floors were designed and manufactured. Its innovative features, including lightweight, interlocking panels and easy, installation, requiring no tools or loose parts, set a new standard for portable floors. ProKing became a game-changer for colleges, professional sports organizations and especially venue managers. ProKing’s unique design allows for the shortest conversion time in the sports industry, meaning a basketball game can be played on the same day as another event, such as hockey. ProKing® floors have been used in countless tournaments, championships, and televised games, consistently delivering exceptional performance and durability.
The ProKing® portable basketball floor played an instrumental role in the growth of basketball as a world wide sport. Having the ability to pack a full size, professional level court into shipping containers, ship it to a country anywhere in the world and put on a demonstration game was huge. The court made its way to several countries as the floor of choice for The Summer Olympic Games. It was often deployed to military bases and was occasionally setup outside for games. As American products go, the ProKing® floor has lead a storied life.
At home, in the United States, The ProKing® portable basketball floor was underfoot for nearly every superstar that has played the game in the last 5 decades. It was the floor in use for most of the iconic moments in the sport. If there was a memorable event that happened in basketball, there is a very good chance it happened on a ProKing® floor.
“We are thrilled to celebrate the 50th anniversary of ProKing®,” said Doug Hamar, President and CEO of Horner Sports Flooring. “This milestone is a testament to the quality, innovation, reliability and the industry’s acceptance of our products. ProKing® has been a cornerstone of our business for decades, and we are committed to continuing to provide our customers with the best possible flooring solutions.”
A Flooring Showdown in the WNBA Playoffs
The Minnesota Lynx vs. Connecticut Sun
September 29, 2024
As the WNBA playoffs heat up, basketball fans are buzzing with excitement for the upcoming clash between the Minnesota Lynx and the Connecticut Sun on September 29th at the Target Center in Minneapolis, MN. This matchup isn’t just significant for the teams and their dedicated fans—it also highlights a unique connection between them and their basketball floors. Both teams have built their seasons on floors expertly crafted by Horner Sports Flooring.
A Unique Connection: Horner Flooring and the WNBA
While the teams take center stage, it’s essential to recognize the behind-the-scenes craftsmanship that sets the stage for their performances. Both the Lynx and Sun play on a ProKing® portable basketball floor made by Horner Sports Flooring, a company based in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, renowned for its high-quality sports flooring solutions. This partnership ensures that both teams have the best possible playing surface, contributing to optimal performance, player safety and fan satisfaction.
Horner Sports Flooring’s commitment to excellence is reflected in the unique artwork tailored for each team. The vibrant colors and team logos not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of the courts but also create an atmosphere that energizes players and fans alike. Whether it’s the Lynx’s distinctive blue and green or the Sun’s bold orange and yellow, the floors are a canvas showcasing team spirit and pride. A floor’s artwork is also the team’s most powerful branding tool, boldly displaying the team’s logo.
The Impact of Quality Flooring
High-quality flooring is crucial in professional sports, particularly in basketball, where agility and precision are key. Horner Flooring utilizes advanced technology and materials to create surfaces that provide optimal traction and cushioning. This means players can perform at their best, making sharp cuts, explosive jumps, and quick pivots knowing the risk of injury has been minimized.
As the Lynx and Sun prepare to battle it out, their players can trust that the court beneath them will support their athletic prowess. The synergy between the players and their flooring plays a significant role in the outcome of the game. Each dribble, pass, and shot will be executed on a surface that’s designed to meet the high demands of professional competition and to meet all the specifications mandated by basketball’s governing bodies.
What to Expect on Game Day
Fans can anticipate a thrilling game filled with intense action, strategic plays, and perhaps a few highlight-reel moments. Both teams will bring their A-game, fueled not only by their competitive spirit but also by the pride of representing their respective brands on a Horner designed floor.
As the countdown to September 29th begins, the anticipation builds—not just for the game itself but for the unique story lines that intertwine the teams, their fans and the basketball courts. The Lynx and Sun will face off in an epic battle of skill and determination, all while competing on a quality floor that plays a vital role in their performance.
