For the first time, I watched the crowd during a game 7 NBA east semifinals between the Bulls and Cavs.
The United Center is only half full for this game 7. The emptiest sections are those nearest the floor.
The crowd noise doesn't match the crowd movement. Sometimes there are chants and loud applause, while the crowd sits completely still. Sometimes the crowd moves, but the movement doesn't match the cheering.
Right now the crowd is completely still while the "DEFENSE" chant echoes through the UC. Who is chanting? It's not this crowd.