"Big Mistake" - NBA fans react to 76ers' reported plans to relocate to New Jersey

Talks of a possible relocation of the Philadelphia 76ers have gained traction once again this summer and NBA fans are reeling. Several reports confirmed that there is a "real chance" the 76ers relocate to New Jersey, first broken by Brian Lewis of the New York Post.

NBA fans reacted to the news on X on Saturday afternoon, offering their thoughts on the potential relocation.

"Would be a big mistake," one fan bluntly commented.

"Wow that's a big deal!" another fan added. "Hope the team stays in Philly where they belong!"

"Nah that team has history," a third fan argued. "Have any team that hasn't won a championship relocate."

Some fans supported the potential move to New Jersey on X.

"Everyone secretly wishes for this to happen," one fan said.

"What we naming the new team? another fan questioned.

"New Jersey Sixers," a third fan commented with several fire emojis to show support.

While many opposed the move, the deal may be too good for the 76ers to pass up.

New Jersey making strong push to land 76ers organization

As the 76ers' owners released a proposal for a new arena, Philadelphia residents began protesting the proposal, igniting rumors of a potential relocation. These protests have pushed the proposal back nearly two years, as the 76ers have been looking to break ground on construction for the new arena for some time.

With the deadline to begin construction quickly approaching, New Jersey officials are making a strong push to land the 76ers. According to PhillyVoice, the state is sweetening the offer ($800 million in tax credits) with a brand new waterfront arena in downtown Camden, New Jersey.

Moreover, Philadelphia's team headquarters and practice facilities are located in Camden, making a potential relocation to New Jersey much more realistic.

As protests continue to roar, a relocation could be in the works in the coming weeks if a move were to occur. With state officials continuing to work with ownership about the move, the 76ers could be on their way to New Jersey sooner rather than later.