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May 19, 2010
Prokhorov learning to talk the talk in NY
'Americans, I come in peace,' Nets owner says at Manhattan news conference
ESPN.com
by Jane McManus
Funny, 'cause his predecessor has left Prospect Heights in pieces.
When asked if he has been to Brooklyn, Prokhorov mentioned that he was there years ago and, in essence, explained that any international business magnate is probably too busy to visit the outer boroughs on a regular basis. But given that the Nets are attempting to build and move into a new stadium and complex at Atlantic Yards, Prokhorov will be spending a lot of time there as he strives to attend 25 percent of the Nets' home games.
"What I like from Brooklyn is its absolute unique ethnic diversity," Prokhorov said. "It gives a lot of energy. It gives a lot of opportunities, and for me Brooklyn is a really exciting place and I'm looking forward to have more opportunity to meet with the people to speak and know better this place."
Posted by eric at May 19, 2010 11:05 PM