Venue Information
Year Opened
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Los Angeles Sparks
Previously:
Kia Forum
(1997–2001)
|
WNBA | 2002 - Present |
|
Los Angeles Lakers
Previously:
Kia Forum
(1968–1999)
|
NBA | 2000 - Present |
|
Los Angeles Clippers
Previously:
Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena
(1985–1999)
Moved to:
Intuit Dome
(2025–present)
|
NBA | 2000 - 2024 |
|
Los Angeles Kings
Previously:
Kia Forum
(1968–1998)
|
NHL | 1999 - Present |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Staples Center built?
Staples Center opened in 1999.
Who plays at Staples Center?
Staples Center is the home venue of Los Angeles Sparks, Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Kings.
Where did the Los Angeles Sparks play before Staples Center?
Before moving to Staples Center in 2002, the Los Angeles Sparks played at Kia Forum from 1997 to 2001.
Where did the Los Angeles Lakers play before Staples Center?
Before moving to Staples Center in 2000, the Los Angeles Lakers played at Kia Forum from 1968 to 1999.
Where did the Los Angeles Clippers play before Staples Center?
Before moving to Staples Center in 2000, the Los Angeles Clippers played at Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena from 1985 to 1999.
Where did the Los Angeles Clippers play after Staples Center?
After leaving Staples Center in 2024, the Los Angeles Clippers moved to Intuit Dome in 2025.
Where did the Los Angeles Kings play before Staples Center?
Before moving to Staples Center in 1999, the Los Angeles Kings played at Kia Forum from 1968 to 1998.
Historical Names
Crypto.com Arena
2021 - Present
Staples Center
1998 - 2020
Current