Nets host annual Pride Night at Barclays Center on Feb. 24

The Brooklyn Nets will hold their annual Pride Night at Barclays Center on Feb. 24 when they play the Dallas Mavericks at 7:30 p.m.; the event will include halftime entertainment, special merchandise and an awards ceremony honoring the Ali Forney Center with the Jason Collins Award.

The Brooklyn Nets will hold their annual Pride Night at Barclays Center on Feb. 24 when they host the Dallas Mavericks at 7:30 p.m. The event is framed as a community-focused evening with entertainment and recognition. The Ali Forney Center will be honored with the Jason Collins Award. Brooklyn Sports and Entertainment's SVP of Social Impact, Jackie Wilson, spoke about the plans with Gay City News. Event details: - Date and time: Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Barclays Center. - Opponent: Dallas Mavericks. - Honoree: The Ali Forney Center will receive the Jason Collins Award during an awards ceremony. - Entertainment: Local DJ Quiana Parks will DJ and her artwork will be displayed; the halftime show will include a tribute to ballroom dancing. - Additional elements: Special merchandise will be offered and Quiana Parks is expected to greet fans on arrival. - Context: The story notes the Nets had a 15-41 record this season and the Mavericks a 20-36 record as reported. Summary: The event is presented as a way to highlight and amplify the cultural heritage and diversity of Brooklyn and its Pride community. The Nets will host the Mavericks on Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. Undetermined at this time.