Originally called the Rothman Center, named for Mr. and Mrs. George Rothman, generous benefactors to the university, the arena's name was changed on January 18, 2024.[3][4][5]
The center hosted the Northeast Conference men's basketball tournament final in the 2004–05 and 2005-06 seasons. The center also hosts various trade shows and special events ranging from doll shows and toy soldier shows to visits by Vice President George H. W. Bush in 1988 & former President Bill Clinton as well as former Vice President Al Gore. On October 21, 2009 the Rothman Center was visited by President Barack Obama. President Obama visited the Rothman Center to rally for former Governor of New JerseyJon S. Corzine.
The Northeast Conference men's basketball tournament was held there three times.