New Jersey era comes to a close for the Nets

[Andrew]

The Nets play their final home game in New Jersey today, squaring off against the Sixers. Governor Chris Christie says good riddance, while a bunch of former Nets have been invited to take part in a ceremony. Jayson Williams, now out of jail, is not surprisingly not among them.

[NovU]

I still remember what it felt like when the Grizzlies were shipped to Memphis. I knew we were likely to never get a team back here. Some Nets fans probably are aware of it too. I feel for those true fans. But it's all about business at the end of the day. At least Russian owner had given the fans a notice unlike Heisley who promised and sang a national anthem so fans still would attend and root for the team untill the very last game, only to see the team go away right after.

[Andrew]

Any Nets fans in New Jersey who are planning on sticking around will at least have it a bit easier though, not having so far to travel.

[Andrew]

For future reference, trivia buffs: Armon Johnson scores the last point in a Nets home game to be played in New Jersey.

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[Doobie]

I went to this game too, 16$ for tickets 10 rows up.. Had a good time with my friends even though it was a blow out. Being from Jersey this is kind of sad, being that the Nets and Devils are our 2 only pro sports teams.. I wish them the best of luck in Brooklyn. By the way in the early 2000's when the Nets were contending, the environment was electric.