Venue Information
Capacity
Year Opened
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Houston Comets
Moved to:
Toyota Center
(2004–2007)
|
WNBA | 1997 - 2003 |
|
Houston Rockets
Previously:
Fertitta Center
(1972–1975)
Moved to:
Toyota Center
(2004–present)
|
NBA | 1976 - 2003 |
|
Houston Aeros
Previously:
Sam Houston Coliseum
(1973–1975)
|
WHA | 1976 - 1978 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of The Summit?
The capacity of The Summit is 16,285.
When was The Summit built?
The Summit opened in 1975.
Where did the Houston Comets play after The Summit?
After leaving The Summit in 2003, the Houston Comets moved to Toyota Center in 2004. They played there until 2007.
Where did the Houston Rockets play before The Summit?
Before moving to The Summit in 1976, the Houston Rockets played at Fertitta Center from 1972 to 1975.
Where did the Houston Rockets play after The Summit?
After leaving The Summit in 2003, the Houston Rockets moved to Toyota Center in 2004.
Where did the Houston Aeros play before The Summit?
Before moving to The Summit in 1976, the Houston Aeros played at Sam Houston Coliseum from 1973 to 1975.
Historical Names
Compaq Center
1998 - 2003
The Summit
Unknown - 1998
Current