Charlotte Hornets among first NBA teams to deploy upgraded Wi-Fi services

The Charlotte Hornets have become one of the first NBA teams to implement next-generation Wi-Fi 7 technology across their home arena, Spectrum Center. Installed as part of recent renovations in Uptown Charlotte, the new network features nearly 550 Wi-Fi 7 access points. Officials announced the initiative on Tuesday in partnership with Spectrum to modernize the arena's infrastructure.

According to Hornets Sports & Entertainment Chief Information Officer Ronnie Bryant, the upgrade represents a major fan-first investment. The installation offers faster speeds, lower latency, increased device capacity, and enhanced arena safety monitoring. Attendees will experience improved connectivity for ticketing applications, mobile concession ordering, suite access, and real-time video streams supporting up to 8K resolution.