About Izod Center
Izod Center is a former name of Meadowlands Arena, used 2007–2015. Meadowlands Arena was an NBA and NHL arena in East Rutherford, New Jersey. It opened in 1981 and closed in 2015. It was designed by Grad Associates. Its last recorded capacity was 19,040. Tenants included New Jersey Nets (NBA, 1982–2010) and New Jersey Devils (NHL, 1983–2007). It has also been known as Brendan Byrne Arena (1981–1996) and Continental Airlines Arena (1996–2006).
Venue Information
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Year Opened
Year Closed
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Architect
Location derived from the venue's coordinates using OpenStreetMap data.
Architect and operator credits from Wikidata.
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
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New Jersey Nets
NBA · 1982–2010
All 8 home venues of the New Jersey Nets
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NBA | 1982–2010 |
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New Jersey Devils
NHL · 1983–2007
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NHL | 1983–2007 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Izod Center?
The capacity of Izod Center is 19,040.
When was Izod Center built?
Izod Center opened in 1981.
Who designed Izod Center?
Izod Center was designed by Grad Associates.
Where did the New Jersey Devils play before Izod Center?
Before moving to Izod Center in 1983, the New Jersey Devils played at McNichols Sports Arena from 1977 to 1982.
Where did the New Jersey Devils play after Izod Center?
After leaving Izod Center in 2007, the New Jersey Devils moved to Prudential Center in 2008.
Where did the New Jersey Nets play before Izod Center?
Before moving to Izod Center in 1982, the New Jersey Nets played at Rutgers Athletic Center from 1978 to 1981.
Where did the New Jersey Nets play after Izod Center?
After leaving Izod Center in 2010, the New Jersey Nets moved to Prudential Center in 2011. They played there until 2012.
Historical Names
Meadowlands Arena
2016 - Present
Izod Center
2007 - 2015
CurrentContinental Airlines Arena
1996 - 2006
Brendan Byrne Arena
1981 - 1996
Location
References
Teams on Wikipedia
Capacity and dates on this page are compiled from Wikipedia and Wikidata alongside our own research.