That’s our premise. Suppose that you are a wealthy real estate and retail tycoon, who, along with your Harvard roommate, has been granted an expansion franchise for the “greater Long Island area”. Where would you play in order to maximize the value of your investment?
Hire me as a consultant. Your preliminary report might sound like this:
First off, sir. I have considered factors which will include the suitability of the arena’s location in terms of being near a fan base. And I have considered access to both auto traffic, and mass transit. Additionally, it is also a bonus to many fans if the area around the arena can be a destination.