The Philadelphia 76ers have decided not to build a $1.3 billion downtown arena. The surprising move comes just weeks after the team received approval for the contentious project from the city council.

The Philadelphia 76ers have reportedly scrapped a controversial plan to build a new arena in Center City, according to reports from the Associated

The 76ers are going to stay in South Philly after all, according to City Council members and a key labor leader. The team has struck a deal with Comcast Spectacor to remain in the South Philadelphia sports complex,