Thursday was supposed to be the day season ticket-holders had to decide whether to renew their tickets for next season, but in an “update” to fans sent out Thursday even, Sean Marks, the team GM, and Sam Zussman, the team CEO, disclosed a change in plans: the auto-renewal option has been eliminated and team reps will soon reach out to fans “to engage in an open dialogue” about their continued support of the team.
The letter cited the loss of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving and the arrival of new players in the franchise’s decision. Indeed, fans — some going back to the team’s days in New Jersey — have complained about the impending rebuild .