What is ‘The Wall’ at Clippers’ new Intuit Dome?

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The Los Angeles Clippers’ newly opened Intuit Dome cost $2 billion to build, but it’s already starting to generate returns – in the form of a home-court advantage.The 38,000 square-foot halo Jumbotron is certainly eye-catching. And the cell phone chargers at every seat are awfully convenient. But the most striking feature at the new arena is “The Wall,” an uninterrupted 51-row section of seats directly behind one of the baskets that’s reserved for only the most diehard fans.On opening night, with the Clippers’ game against Phoenix going down to the wire, Suns All-Star Kevin Durant – an 88% career free throw shooter – missed two crucial shots from the line.”Yeah, it was crazy,” Durant said when asked about The Wall. “I was just staring at it the whole time. You’re not used to that.”What is The Wall?In designing the Clippers’ new home, owner Steve Ballmer sought to create an atmosphere similar to what’s found at major soccer stadiums and college basketball student sections,…

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