OAKLAND, Oct. 16 -- The Golden State Warriors announced today increased security that will be implemented immediately for the 2001-02 National Basketball Association season.
"There will be numerous additional security measures put in place in all NBA arenas, consistent with the current conditions," said Warriors Chief Operating Officer Robert Rowell. "Some of the measures will be obvious to fans and many others will involve behind-the-scenes operations. However, we want fans to know ahead of time of certain procedures that may affect them. We apologize in advance for any inconveniences our fans may experience, and we suggest that they arrive at our arenas a little earlier than in the past while everyone gets adjusted to new routines."
Among the measures that will be put in place: