Iowa Wolves Announce Multi-Year Lease Extension at Wells Fargo Arena

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Iowa Wolves Announce Multi-Year Lease Extension at Wells Fargo Arena

DES MOINES, Iowa – The Iowa Wolves, the NBA G League affiliate of the Minnesota Timberwolves, have agreed to a multi-year lease extension with Polk County and OVG360, operators of Wells Fargo Arena, the Wolves announced today. 

“The Iowa Wolves and Minnesota Timberwolves are excited to announce our lease extension at Wells Fargo Arena with tremendous partners in Polk County and OVG360,” said Drew Van Meeteren, Iowa Wolves President of Business Operations. “Our coaches and players love playing at Wells Fargo Arena as it is undoubtedly one of the best home court advantages in the G League with an incredible environment for our fans and partners alike. It is truly a one-of-kind experience to see the amazing talent across the NBA G League.”

Professional basketball has been played in Downtown Des Moines since 2006 when the Iowa Energy debuted at Wells Fargo Arena. Rebranded the Iowa Wolves after being purchased by the Minnesota Timberwolves prior to the 2017-18 season, Iowa is one of 29 G League teams affiliated with an NBA franchise.

“Since 2017 Des Moines and Wells Fargo Arena have been integral partners with our Iowa Wolves organization,” said Ryan Tanke, Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx Chief Operating Officer. “Our incredible fans have helped build great momentum as witnessed last season by breaking the franchise attendance record which led the organization to be recognized by the NBA G League with multiple end-of-season awards and honors.”

“When Polk County opened Wells Fargo Arena in 2005, long-term relationships like the one with the Iowa Wolves were exactly what we had in mind,” said Tom Hockensmith, Chair of the Polk County Board of Supervisors. “We’re excited for this new multi-year commitment between Polk County, OVG360 and the Iowa Wolves. We look forward to the basketball season starting and, because of this agreement, for the next several seasons ahead.”

“The excitement for the Iowa Wolves continues to grow throughout central Iowa, which is a credit to the great work the organization is doing in the community,” said OVG’s Chris Connolly, General Manager of Wells Fargo Arena. “We’re proud that they will continue to call Wells Fargo Arena home.”

Iowa Wolves Communications Contact: John Meyer, Media Relations Specialist 
(515) 564-8555, john.meyer@iawolves.com

About the Iowa Wolves
The Iowa Wolves, the NBA G League affiliate of the Minnesota Timberwolves, is one of 29 NBA G League teams affiliated with an NBA franchise. The Wolves play their home games in one of the best environments in the NBA G League at Wells Fargo Arena in Downtown Des Moines, Iowa. The team finished second in league attendance in 2022-23 and was recognized by the NBA G League with the 2023 President’s Choice award. The honor recognizes a single franchise that embodies and demonstrates excellence in business performance across key areas of focus. For more information, including how to buy tickets, visit www.iawolves.com.