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Brooklyn Chant
Fans respond with the rhythmic "BROOK-LYN! BROOK-LYN!" chant during key moments throughout the game.
7.5Passport Score
2012Opened
17,732Capacity
IndoorRoof
HardwoodSurface
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The basics
About Barclays Center
Modern Brooklyn arena known for NBA basketball, concerts, and major entertainment events.
- Type
- arena
- Sports
- Basketball
- Nicknames
- Barclays, BKLYN
- Location
- Brooklyn, NY
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Status
- active
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Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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PerformersIconic
Hype Crew Drumline
The Nets' drumline energizes Barclays Center before tipoff, during timeouts, and after big plays.
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Songs & MusicIconic
Biggie Smalls Tribute
Game presentation regularly features music from Brooklyn legend The Notorious B.I.G., giving the arena a distinct local flavor.
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IntroductionsIconic
Brooklyn Together
Pregame hype videos emphasize Brooklyn pride and community before player introductions.
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Historic displayIconic
2003 NBA Finals Run
2003 NBA Finals run — back-to-back Finals and the closest call in Nets history.
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Brook Lopez Legacy
Brook Lopez — Brook Lopez and the bridge from New Jersey to Brooklyn.
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Brooklyn Relocation Story
Brooklyn relocation story — the franchise journey from New Jersey to Barclays Center.
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Dražen Petrović Legacy
Dražen Petrović — Dražen and the legend who transcended Nets basketball.
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Franchise Timeline
Complete franchise timeline from 1967 ABA founding to modern Brooklyn.
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Greatest Nets Moments
The greatest moments in Nets history — from Dr. J to Jason Kidd to Brooklyn.
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Jason Kidd Legacy
Jason Kidd — Jason Kidd and the back-to-back Finals runs in New Jersey.
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Julius Erving Legacy
Julius Erving — Dr. J and the ABA dynasty that built the Nets.
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Kevin Durant Era
Kevin Durant era — KD and the Brooklyn superteam era at Barclays Center.
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Kyrie Irving Era
Kyrie Irving era — Kyrie and the Brooklyn era at Barclays Center.
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Modern Brooklyn Era
Modern Brooklyn era — Barclays Center and a new chapter in Nets history.
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Hall of FameIconic
Nets Hall of Fame
The complete Nets Hall of Fame — every black and white immortal.
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New Jersey Nets History
New Jersey Nets history — the Meadowlands era and back-to-back Finals runs.
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New York Nets History
New York Nets history — the original ABA franchise in the Big Apple.
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Playoff History
Nets playoff history — 2002, 2003, and Nets World postseason pride.
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Richard Jefferson Legacy
Richard Jefferson — RJ and the 2000s Nets playoff runs.
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Vince Carter Legacy
Vince Carter — Vinsanity and the most electrifying era in Nets history.
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MascotIconic
BrooklyKnight
BrooklyKnight — the Nets mascot and symbol of Brooklyn basketball energy.
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Live PerformanceIconic
Hip-Hop Performances
Hip-hop performances — Biggie-inspired Brooklyn culture meets Nets gameday entertainment.
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Heritage Nights
Heritage nights celebrating the ABA, New Jersey era, and Nets history.
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Brooklyn Cultural Nights
Brooklyn cultural nights — borough pride and Nets Nation on gameday.
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ABA Legacy Exhibit
Visit the ABA legacy exhibit — two titles and the roots of Nets basketball pride.
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TourIconic
Barclays Center Tour
Behind-the-scenes Barclays Center tour — Hall of Fame, suites, and court.
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Black & White Pride
Experience black and white pride — Brooklyn's colors on every Nets gameday.
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Entertainment DistrictIconic
Brooklyn Bridge During Game Weekend
Walk the Brooklyn Bridge during game weekend — iconic NYC views before Nets basketball.
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Brooklyn Nightlife
Experience Brooklyn nightlife after the game — borough culture at its most electric.
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Brooklyn Transformation Exhibit
Visit the Brooklyn transformation exhibit — from New Jersey to Barclays Center.
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Downtown Brooklyn
Explore downtown Brooklyn before the game — borough gameday energy.
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DUMBO
Visit DUMBO before the game — Brooklyn waterfront charm steps from Barclays Center.
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Special EventIconic
Eastern Conference Finals Game
Eastern Conference Finals at Barclays Center — Nets World at the doorstep of a title.
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First Nets Game at Barclays Center
Your first Nets game at Barclays Center — BrooklyKnight, black and white, and Brooklyn pride.
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Heritage Night
Attend a heritage night — celebrating the ABA, New Jersey era, and Nets history.
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Jason Kidd Exhibit
Visit the Jason Kidd exhibit — back-to-back Finals runs in New Jersey.
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Jason Kidd Tribute Night
Attend a Jason Kidd tribute night — honoring the back-to-back Finals captain at home.
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NBA Finals Game
NBA Finals at Barclays Center — the pinnacle of basketball in Brooklyn.
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Nets Victory Celebration
Stay through a Nets victory celebration — Brooklyn Stand Up at full voice.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Nets vs 76ers
Atlantic Division rivalry when Philadelphia visits Barclays Center.
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Nets vs Celtics
Eastern Conference rivalry when Boston visits Brooklyn.
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Nets vs Knicks
The Battle of New York when the Knicks visit Barclays Center.
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One of NYC's Premier Sports Venues
Experience one of NYC's premier sports venues — Barclays Center in the heart of Brooklyn.
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Vince Carter Exhibit
Visit the Vince Carter exhibit — Vinsanity and the most electrifying era in Nets history.
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Vince Carter Tribute Night
Attend a Vince Carter tribute night — honoring Vinsanity at Barclays Center.
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NYC Basketball Legacy
NYC basketball legacy — Nets, Knicks, and the greatest city in hoops.
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Live PerformanceIconic
Nets Dancers
Nets Dancers performances energizing the crowd during timeouts.
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Community Events
Community events celebrating Brooklyn and NYC basketball culture.
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Brooklyn Festivals
Brooklyn festivals celebrating Nets Nation and borough gameday culture.
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Celebrity Sightings
Celebrity sightings — Brooklyn's star power and one of NYC's premier sports venues.
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Architecture
Atlantic Avenue Plaza
The surrounding area creates a fan gathering destination.
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Architecture
Atlantic Terminal Connection
Provides direct access through Brooklyn's transportation hub.
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Architecture
New York Basketball Landmark
Represents women's basketball in NYC.
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Architecture
Oculus Entry
The oculus entry and oculus opening that define Barclays Center's architecture.
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History
2024 WNBA Championships
Celebrates the franchise's first championship.
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History
Brooklyn Return
Celebrates the team's move from New Jersey.
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History
Cappie Pondexter
Honors the championship-era star.
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History
Jason Kidd
Celebrates the championship-era star.
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History
Julius Erving
Honors the franchise legend.
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History
Liberty Legends
Honors franchise icons.
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History
Nets
Honors franchise history.
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History
New Jersey Nets
Connects with franchise history.
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History
Rebecca Lobo
Honors one of the franchise's original stars.
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History
Sabrina Ionescu
Highlights the modern Liberty era.
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History
Teresa Weatherspoon
Celebrates the Liberty legend.
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Experience
Brooklyn Basketball Culture
Connects women's basketball with NYC.
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Experience
Brooklyn Brigade
The famous Nets fan section.
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Experience
Brooklyn Nets Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
Liberty Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Signature
Team Store Experience
The Nets team store for Brooklyn gear and game-night merch.
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Experience
New York Liberty
Combines WNBA basketball with New York City culture.
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Experience
New York Liberty Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
Seafoam
The Liberty's signature branding.
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Experience
Swoop
The mascot experience.
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Experience
The Timeless Torches
The franchise's identity and history.
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Displays
Brooklyn Wall Art
Street-art-inspired walls and installations that give Barclays Center its Brooklyn identity.
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Displays
Nets Legends Displays
Displays honoring Nets greats from Dr. J and the ABA through the Brooklyn era.
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Displays
Brooklyn Mural
Large-scale Brooklyn mural work in and around Barclays Center.
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Historic Marker
Dean Street Plaza
Outdoor plaza along Dean Street, a pregame gathering spot outside Barclays Center.
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Signature
Plaza Events
Pregame events and activations on the plazas surrounding Barclays Center.
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Architecture
Brooklyn Skyline Views
Views of the Brooklyn and Manhattan skyline from Barclays Center approaches.
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Special Event
Theme Nights
Special theme nights throughout the Nets season at Barclays Center.
Through the years
History
Home teams
- 2012-presentBrooklyn NetsNBA
- 2012-presentNew York LibertyWNBA
Getting there
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