In a concise "state of the team" assessment, GM Kiki Vandeweghe reveals that the front office is "very pleased with how the team and the players have performed this year," including Yi and Ryan Anderson, who he believes will "be solid NBA players for us, if not stars." Yet he adds that the Nets wouldn't hesitate to make a deal if the right opportunity presents itself. The upshot? According to ESPN's Henry Abbott, "the Nets are among a handful of teams expressing a willingness to take on more salary."

• The Man Who Makes (Roster) Magic Happen - NJNets.com
• Nets Ready to Spend Money? - Henry Abbott - ESPN True Hoop
• Risk is in short supply as NBA trade deadline nears - Geoffrey C. Arnold - The Oregonian