The Post's Fred Kerber has always been the most optimistic about the Nets, writing that things could get interesting with such a young, athletic team. In his season preview, he says that while the Nets are rebuilding, they're not replanning: they know where they're going but it will take a while. "We have a chance to sneak up on a lot of people," says Devin Harris. "Sometimes it's almost better to be the underdogs."

• Nets' plan: work hard, hope harder - Fred Kerber - New York Post