NO.
The New Jersey Nets are moving to Brooklyn. We’ve known that since Jay-Z bought a stake in the franchise. Also, we know that the “Nets” is NOT one of the most appealing names for a sport team, despite their long history. But, anything–anything–would be better than the name, the “Brooklyn New Yorkers.” No.
No.
Now, look. Even though retaining the Nets name would continue the tradition of multiple New York team nicknames rhyming off each other (Mets, Jets), there is little room for a dumb nickname like the “New Yorkers” to
hold some sort of validity. Let’s go over some points and counterpoints:
PRO:
- Brooklyn is the most populated borough in the City of New York.
- When people think of New York, they almost automatically think of Brooklyn.
CON:
- The Brooklyn Americans didn’t fly.
- “Brooklyn New Yorkers” doesn’t have the same ring to it as “Houston Texans.”
- The name would look like a pretentious attempt to put Brooklynites over the residents of the other boroughs, let alone the rest of the State of New York. (It’s different for the Texans. They used to be their own country.)
- It’s fucking stupid.
It’s bad enough that the Brooklyn team has to play in something that is already jokingly referred to as “The Handbag.”
Brooklyn goes hard. But, not with that.
Even though it’s not too appealing of a name, what’s wrong with going as the “Nets?” The Nets used to play in New York during their ABA days. To keep it the “Brooklyn Nets” with the logo below, it would be a WIN. All they would have to do is throw in the red, white, and blue colors, somehow. Using red as a primary color would provide a great contrast to the boys in blue in Madison Square Garden.
YES.
Okay, so if the team doesn’t want to keep the Nets name, here are some suggestions since I am not one to point out a problem without thinking up a solution (most of the time):
Brooklyn Hipsters – this makes total sense. Brooklyn is famous for them. And, since hipsters are not known to be rabid sports fans, it would be in their nature to attend the games since it would be the most ironic thing for them to do at the moment. Expect only a week of good participation on their part, though.
Brooklyn Bridges – Rolls off the tongue, doesn’t it? But, it would only compete with the Golden State Warriors in a “Who has a better bridge logo?” contest. It’s worth noting that San Francisco has a pretty big hipster population.
Brooklyn Rabbis – If Major League Baseball can have a religious-themed team name, then the NBA can have one, too. I just wonder if the logo would be like Chief Wahoo with side curls. Either way, the name is catchy. Not sure if Commissioner David Stern would sign off on it, though.
Brooklyn Dodgers – Why not? There used to be a New York Giants baseball team. Plus, Brooklynites can finally shut up about Los Angeles “stealing” their original team.
Brooklyn Knights – Sounds pretty EPIC. Also, it’s a play on words for residents of Brooklyn.
Brooklyn Bombers – Now, there was a suggestion for this name. But, it’s a little too soon for name like that. Then again, the New York Jets kept their name. Too insensitive? Sorry.
Brooklyn Bigs – How about a tribute to the famous lyricist that put Brooklyn on the map?
Brooklyn Brawlers – Because, you know. People from Brooklyn are tough and stuff. Bed-Stuy Do or Die!
Okay. Let’s stick with the Nets. What do I care? I used to live in Queens.
Knick Hawk…at the buzzer!
