The FedEx Forum for the season opener was at full capacity.
When Hansen and his teammates emerged from the player's tunnel, the lights in the arena had already dimmed, and spotlights were turned on at the center of the court.
An award ceremony for the championship rings was scheduled before the game began.
Suddenly, a cacophony of boos filled the air, resounding persistently.
Heisley appeared under the spotlight.
Heisley hadn't returned to Memphis since leaving in July, but tonight was the championship award ceremony, and as the team owner, he made an appearance.
By his side, aside from Rush, were two people who were clearly bodyguards.
Typically, people's actions are impulsive, and many times they just go ahead with whatever comes to mind.
For instance, after James announced his "Decision" on live TV, fans who stormed James' mansion and burned his jerseys didn't do anything too outlandish when he returned to Cleveland; they just booed a little from the stands.
