Izod Center frequently is cited near the bottom of arena polls. It is commonly referred to as “cold and dull” in appearance, as well as being “cavernous“. Recently, USA Today rated it the worst NBA arena. This has played a role in the Nets’ and Devils’ plans to vacate the arena.

The Izod Center (formerly Brendan Byrne Arena, and later, Continental Airlines Arena) is a multi-purpose indoor arena in the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey. It is home to the New Jersey Nets NBA basketball team, and was also the home of the New Jersey Devils NHL hockey team and the men’s basketball games of Seton Hall University. Official seating capacity as of 2004 is 19,040 for hockey; 20,029 for college basketball; 20,049 for NBA games; and a maximum 20,000 for concerts.

On the other hand, the arena is generally well-regarded for concerts, with its good sightlines and relatively good acoustics; the cavernous nature here can add to the drama of a top show. (wikipedia)