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May 31, 2007
Five years ago today, NJ Nets win conference to advance to NBA Finals
May 31, 2002 is a day that stands out in the memory of NJ Nets' fans, reminding them of better days.
Five years ago today, the Nets defeated the Boston Celtics, 96-88, to win the Eastern Conference Championship and advance to the NBA Finals, where the team was eventually swept in four games by the LA Lakers.
The 2002 season proved to be the apex of the Nets' success.
What a difference five years and one owner makes. After Bruce Ratner acquired the team in 2004, several trades raised the eyebrows of fans, who questioned the real estate mogul's commitment to the team's success. The Nets' lame-duck status in NJ hasn't helped fan morale, or filled seats, either.
[Thanks to a NJ Nets fan who called WFAN yesterday for the reference.]
Posted by lumi at May 31, 2007 7:00 AM