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The Charlotte Hornets Practice at Historic Hinkie Fieldhouse in Indiana

The Charlotte Hornets got the privilege hold their practice at the historic Hinkie Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana ahead of their game against the Indiana Pacers. The arena is located on the campus of Butler University.

Hinkie Fieldhouse was built in 1928 and is nicknamed as “Indiana’s Basketball Cathedral.” It has a rich history in the development of basketball in Indiana over the past 80 plus years. The film “Hoosiers” was filmed at Hinkie Fieldhouse.

Hoosiers was based on the Milan Miracle that took place in 1954 at Hinkie Fieldhouse. The arena used to hold the Indiana high school basketball championship game each year.