building a new arena in the 1990s. A retro style fieldhouse was designed by Ellerbe Becket that reflected high school fieldhouses in Indiana for the Pacers. This design was similar to the retro ballparks that were being built by Major League Baseball teams at the timeConstruction began in July 1997 and was completed two years later. At a cost of $183 million, the Pacers contributed $57 million, $79 million came from taxes and the rest from private contributions.

The Pacers debuted at Conseco Fieldhouse on November 6, 1999 winning against the Boston Celtics. As fans approach the Pacers home from the outside, they see a structure that truly resembles classic basketball fieldhouses from the past. The façade consist of brick and glass fitting in with its surroundings. Many fans enter through the Entry Pavilion, the main gathering place before and after games. Conseco Fieldhouse has a nostalgic look all around including the Grand Staircase that takes fans to the different levels of the building. The Pacers home has a seating capacity of 18,345 for basketball with 69 luxury suites and 2,400 club seats. Some of the best seats are in the Founders Level, seats that are 16 rows from the court. Over the past three years, Conseco Fieldhouse has been ranked the number one venue in the NBA.