“HBSE and Comcast will also immediately focus on Market East, bringing together government officials and local stakeholders to develop a variety of options to revitalize a vital neighborhood in Center City where the 76ers had originally proposed locating the arena,” the release read.

South Philly residents are sounding off after the Philadelphia 76ers announced they are abandoning the $1.3 billion plans to create an arena in Center City, moving the Sixers into a new arena in South Philly.

The Sixers owners say they will 'develop a variety of options' for the East Market Street site where they initially sought to build a venue.

Throughout the hour-long news conference, Mayor Parker said she is willing to put aside her ego and emotions and prioritize what is best for .

The move is a shocking reversal after the Sixers’ plans for a controversial Center City arena were approved by the city less than a month ago.