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Next Up in Nets' Draft Process: More Camps, Then Individual Tryouts

he Nets are talking to draft prospects and agents about scheduling individual tryouts but the first of those aren't expected till around Memorial Day or after.  With the Nets' group workout done, the Chicago Pre-Draft Combine is next up, starting a week from Tuesday and running till May 22.  The next day, another two-day group workout is scheduled for the Timberwolves training camp.

Word out of the weekend's workouts at PNY Center is that few players excelled with only one, Cory Joseph, a 6'3"Canadian-born point guard out of Texas, given much of a chance of breaking into the first round.  Others who gained attention included Jamine "Greedy" Peterson, a 6'6" D-League combo forward; DeAnde Liggins, a 6'6" defensive stalwart out of Kentucky; Andrew Goudelock, a 6'2" combo guard out of Tennessee; and Jon Diebler, Ohio State's 6'6" sharpshooter. Carleton Scott, a 6'8" forward out of Notre Dame, says the Nets have contacted him about scheduling a tryout.

All told, 29 teams and 170 team personnel (including some D-league reps) participated.

  • New Jersey Workout - Jonathan Wasserman - NBADraft.net
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    sounds good to me
    Whispers of Liggins strong play was circulating around the Nets practice facility. I always liked Liggins’ game, but it was his mentality that impressed me after his workout. His mindset towards maximizing his effectiveness at the next level was right on point. " I showed them my jump shot, and my ability to guard multiple positions." If Liggins can present himself as a lockdown defender with threatening three-point range, he can absolutely find a way to contribute consistent minutes in a rotation.

    by Chakroot on May 10, 2011 9:21 AM EDT reply actions  

    Agree! Liggins looks promising...

     Whether you like John Calipari or not, he does have a proven track record when it comes to his former players exceeding to a very high level in the NBA.

    "The mind is its own place, and in itself can make a heaven of hell, a hell of heaven"

    by aunt-B on May 10, 2011 10:00 AM EDT up reply actions  

    i dont mind this

    Maybe he can be a tony allen type…

    we need that!

    @Al_Iannazzone: BREAKING NEWS: Nets are close to acquiring Deron WIlliams from Utah, sources told The Record.
    -Feburary 23, 10:54 am.

    by Andy. on May 10, 2011 10:02 AM EDT up reply actions  

    deandre liggins interview
    http://www.nba.com/video/teams/nets/2011/05/07/deandreliggins110507Computerm4v-1675720/#

    @Al_Iannazzone: BREAKING NEWS: Nets are close to acquiring Deron WIlliams from Utah, sources told The Record.
    -Feburary 23, 10:54 am.

    by Andy. on May 10, 2011 10:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

    its rare for me to support any product of a calipari system

    but liggins seems like he’s got his head on straight. he also happened to mention the two things the Nets are starving for right now.

    by Chakroot on May 10, 2011 10:11 AM EDT up reply actions  

    hey what happens in college is in college

    but calipari bends the rules for players who have a very bright future in the nba not for scrubs like the dude that got calhoun in trouble or the players at baylor about 7 years ago

    The realist keepin it real amongst the surrealists

    R.I.P. Big Homey Nate Dogg: "Cuz Iiiiiiiiii have ne-evv-ver met a giiiiiiiiiirrrrrrllllllllllllllllllll tha-at I loved in the whole wide wooorrrlllllddddddd"

    by starbury_to_s-jaxci2000 on May 10, 2011 12:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

    2 names

    Justin Harper and Jamine Peterson

    by DJ HeavyDuty on May 10, 2011 9:40 AM EDT reply actions  

    lets draft him!

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvtI9_OQOzw

    @Al_Iannazzone: BREAKING NEWS: Nets are close to acquiring Deron WIlliams from Utah, sources told The Record.
    -Feburary 23, 10:54 am.

    by Andy. on May 10, 2011 9:44 AM EDT reply actions  

    against depaul

    in the first 3 minutes of the game

    by Chakroot on May 10, 2011 10:11 AM EDT up reply actions  

    score: 5-0

    @Al_Iannazzone: BREAKING NEWS: Nets are close to acquiring Deron WIlliams from Utah, sources told The Record.
    -Feburary 23, 10:54 am.

    by Andy. on May 10, 2011 10:27 AM EDT up reply actions  

    Carleton Scott

    Is a D League Free Agent type. He’s not listed in any database, his stats are underwhelming, and he has a long way to go. I’d be happy to have him in the summer league, but I don’t expect him to contribute anything meaningful in the near future.

    www.twitter.com/robertjamis

    by robertjamis on May 10, 2011 10:30 AM EDT reply actions  

    Nets are "shopping for two"

    the other team is the Armor. You may see some odd names getting tryouts, but they could be trying out for Springfield, not New Jersey/Brooklyn

    by Net Income on May 10, 2011 11:08 AM EDT up reply actions  

    this us usually one of the best time of year for nets fans, however this year not much is going on with the draft. I don’t expect much with the picks the nets have. I do appreciate the fact they have DW. So i guess all i can look forward to is free agency.

    by nets1 on May 10, 2011 10:37 AM EDT reply actions  

    LAL players

    Seeing as LAL is about to blow up the ship this summer..why dont we see what pieces we can pilfer for a lowered price….

    Available Players

    Odom
    Gasol
    Bynum
    Artest

    We dont really need Gasol…we already have a 7 footer who can score 20 a game and stretch the floor and we dont want the oft injured Bynum..who despite his physical stature and ability is a liability. That leaves us with two options….finding a way to trade for either Odom ( who is a proven veteran versatile big man) and Artest ( a proven guy also over the years…a top defender at the 3 spot…and can still provide some scoring 12-15 ppg).

    Right now our really valuable assets are Lopez, Humphries, Farmar, Morrow and Damion James + picks and cash….

    Thoughts?

    by lezosamis on May 10, 2011 10:46 AM EDT reply actions  

    Rule of Thumb

    Acquiring guys over 30 who already have championships under their belt and just collapsed around their star in the playoffs is a bad idea. Those guys aren’t going to put you over the top and have nothing but downside left.

    Artest’s contract is absurd. He’s physically diminished, and can’t really score anymore. The Nets can’t win by being someone else, they have to develop their own identity. The only guy you sell the farm for at this point is Dwight Howard, because he’s a transcendent talent. Otherwise, be patient.

    www.twitter.com/robertjamis

    by robertjamis on May 10, 2011 10:51 AM EDT up reply actions  

    I agree

    but I dont see Artest being a positive here.

    I love the pre Lakers Artest without the T’s, Fighting and attitude issues. Strong Defender at the 3 and some 2. Able to post up and attack the basket. I dont know if he has changed or if the Meds will be taken when he is in NJ/NY.

    Tricky thing to do but here is a question for all of you.

    Who would you rather Outlaw ($7mill) or Artest ($7 mill)?

    Official Member of the "DIDN'T WANT TO TRADE DERRICK FAVORS, BUT HAPPY WE GOT D. WILLIAMS" Movement

    by SIC One on May 10, 2011 11:53 AM EDT up reply actions  

    Would you do Outlaw & Farmar for Ron Artest? They have the Vujacic trade exception to use.

    by Coach Joe on May 10, 2011 1:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

    I think we should look into this, frankly.

    With that move you’re shaving off some good money from our roster and adding some serious veteran toughness. LA gets quicker, which should be their ultimate goal. Win win? Could be.

    by Coach Joe on May 10, 2011 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

    INSTANTLY

    Section 18, Row 7 at The Rock!
    "Your 2010-2011 New Jersey Nets - It Is What It Is"

    by eLonepb on May 10, 2011 1:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

    REC'D

    4 the trueth.

    by Zartan on May 10, 2011 3:45 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions  

    Lopez is an asset but

    I wouldn’t trade him for anyone not named Dwight Howard. Lopez IMO will be a top 3 center in the nba if he isn’t already. And he’s only 23. That kind of talent is hard to come by. Im not interested in a headcase like arrest esp if he’s going to cost draft picks. Rather save em for D12 but if we can’t get him we or draft quality guys in next years fully stacked draft.

    by djeterfan on May 10, 2011 10:55 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions  

    Lakers are going to look for ways to improve…

    Lopez is a keeper.

    @Al_Iannazzone: BREAKING NEWS: Nets are close to acquiring Deron WIlliams from Utah, sources told The Record.
    -Feburary 23, 10:54 am.

    by Andy. on May 10, 2011 10:57 AM EDT up reply actions  

    Odom is intriguing.

    But Lakers arent going to just give him away.

    @Al_Iannazzone: BREAKING NEWS: Nets are close to acquiring Deron WIlliams from Utah, sources told The Record.
    -Feburary 23, 10:54 am.

    by Andy. on May 10, 2011 10:59 AM EDT up reply actions  

    yeah they are going to blow up a team

    that went to 4 straight nba finals?

    the only person they will blow it up for is dwight howard or chris paul

    and i have no problem giving them farmar and petro for picks and other players in a multi team deal. there is no one on that team needed on this roster that wont require sending hump or lopez back in return

    The realist keepin it real amongst the surrealists

    R.I.P. Big Homey Nate Dogg: "Cuz Iiiiiiiiii have ne-evv-ver met a giiiiiiiiiirrrrrrllllllllllllllllllll tha-at I loved in the whole wide wooorrrlllllddddddd"

    by starbury_to_s-jaxci2000 on May 10, 2011 12:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

    3 straight nba finals

    so used to lakers being in the finals now. so happy they wont be there this year

    The realist keepin it real amongst the surrealists

    R.I.P. Big Homey Nate Dogg: "Cuz Iiiiiiiiii have ne-evv-ver met a giiiiiiiiiirrrrrrllllllllllllllllllll tha-at I loved in the whole wide wooorrrlllllddddddd"

    by starbury_to_s-jaxci2000 on May 10, 2011 12:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

    Dwight with some interesting tweets
    Dwight Howard
    @DwightHoward Dwight Howard
    @zmoney747 ain’t no extension. I ain’t seen one. I’m a free agent next yr. Not this yr.
    @DwightHoward said:

    Y does it seem like the writers of Orlando sentinel are tryna push me out of Orlando with dumb articles. It’s annoying. Can I enjoy my summer and get ready for next season in Orlando. Pls. Same thing u guys did to Shaq. Smh
    @JBrooks423 I’m not blaming the media. I’m saying stop with the dumb articles. They don’t make be decision of mine. I jus don’t want Orlando fans to believe them. Cuz they don’t know. I love my city

    deron williams is better than kyrie irving

    by William_H_HOLLA on May 10, 2011 12:05 PM EDT reply actions  

    And here is Dwight's Ace

    …Pls. Same thing u guys did to Shaq. Smh

    That right there is one of many excuses he will use when he leaves.

    Official Member of the "DIDN'T WANT TO TRADE DERRICK FAVORS, BUT HAPPY WE GOT D. WILLIAMS" Movement

    by SIC One on May 10, 2011 12:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

    He hasn't seen the extension

    Visually… with his eyes… because he has asked not to.

    Section 18, Row 7 at The Rock!
    "Your 2010-2011 New Jersey Nets - It Is What It Is"

    by eLonepb on May 10, 2011 1:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

    This isn't pertaining to the thread at all

    But I really cannot see him leaving Orlando. It’s definitely exciting to think about, but I truly cannot see it. Not trying to be pessimistic, but realistically, the new Collective Bargaining Agreement is more than likely going to contain provisions that make it incredibly hard for players of his magnitude to leave, there has even been rumors of a potential franchise tag. Stern should realize if Dwight Howard left Orlando, FA, that city would face an insurmountable number of issues, ranging from an economic decline, general public interest, etc. just like the Cavs. I’m not trying to hate on anyone, I really just cannot envision this scenario when you really think about it

    by JerseysFinest. on May 10, 2011 12:51 PM EDT reply actions  

    Orlando does not have a problem selling out the stadium

    half the season tickets are bought by businesses. Also tourism will keep that stadium packed. remember basketball is a winter sport and orlando is a winter vacation spot. they are loyal fans too. Even when there was no TMac the stadium was full.
    They are nothing like the Cavs. I really see brook as the best option he would probably get a condo in the Disney Resort and dress up at least once a week as goofy

    by DJ HeavyDuty on May 10, 2011 1:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

    have you been to cleveland in the winter?

    nothing else to do out there!
    I live in cleve for2 months in the winter. worst city ever

    by DJ HeavyDuty on May 10, 2011 1:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

    most dismal city ive been to, and ive been to detroit!

    there are no niteclubs outside of the Flat and near the stadiums. the people are crazy. Rent a movie calleed Gummo

    by DJ HeavyDuty on May 10, 2011 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

    cleveland and buffalo

    the two most depressing “big” cities in america. especially in the winter

    The realist keepin it real amongst the surrealists

    R.I.P. Big Homey Nate Dogg: "Cuz Iiiiiiiiii have ne-evv-ver met a giiiiiiiiiirrrrrrllllllllllllllllllll tha-at I loved in the whole wide wooorrrlllllddddddd"

    by starbury_to_s-jaxci2000 on May 10, 2011 5:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

    ESPN Article on Biggest Roster Holes in NBA

    It’s an insider article by Kevin Pelton so I posted what they wrote about the Nets. No surprise that they have the #1 position hole in the NBA.

    1. New Jersey Nets: Small forwards (-7.6 Net PER, -9.5 WARP)
    When the Nets signed Travis Outlaw as a free agent, last summer, it made sense on the surface. Outlaw had been considered one of the league’s best reserves and, at 26, was just entering his prime. What the Nets failed to realize was that Outlaw’s best play with the Portland Trail Blazers came as an undersized power forward, not at small forward. During 2008-09, for example, Outlaw had a PER of 14.0 when playing the 3 but an impressive 23.0 PER as a 4-man. As it turned out, Outlaw could not even match his previous performance as a small forward when his 3-point percentage cratered, leaving him as one of the league’s most inefficient scorers (Outlaw’s true shooting percentage was just 46.9 percent).

    Rookie Damion James had his moments, but a broken foot limited him to just eight games after Dec. 9. A week after James went down, the Nets traded the enigmatic Terrence Williams to the Houston Rockets. That left them supplementing Outlaw with a variety of cast-offs, including Stephen Graham, Quinton Ross and briefly D-League call-up Mario West. None of the players even rated as better than replacement level, and incredibly the sextet was a combined 9.5 wins below replacement level. Even getting a halfway-decent option at small forward via free agency could allow the Nets to improve rapidly next season — especially if it moves Outlaw to a reserve role at power forward.

    by NetsROC on May 10, 2011 1:04 PM EDT reply actions  

    I love the name Greedy Peterson.

    by Coach Joe on May 10, 2011 1:14 PM EDT reply actions  

    Everyone is following the trend…come on Nets!

    @Al_Iannazzone: BREAKING NEWS: Nets are close to acquiring Deron WIlliams from Utah, sources told The Record.
    -Feburary 23, 10:54 am.

    by Andy. on May 10, 2011 1:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

    Just go back from those red to blue and I'll be happy

    Plus I have a Lopez home jersey if I got a Williams one I’d like to away but I don’t like those red ones…

    "Next year, with a full training camp, I think he can go after that Scott Skiles' record of 30." - Billy King

    by shea23 on May 10, 2011 4:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

    Still no haircut...

    Section 18, Row 7 at The Rock!
    "Your 2010-2011 New Jersey Nets - It Is What It Is"

    by eLonepb on May 10, 2011 1:49 PM EDT reply actions  

    Lopez is the man!

    @Al_Iannazzone: BREAKING NEWS: Nets are close to acquiring Deron WIlliams from Utah, sources told The Record.
    -Feburary 23, 10:54 am.

    by Andy. on May 10, 2011 1:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

    z

    Photobucket

    In Prokhorov & Billy King WE TRUST.

    8 > 3
    DH12 OR BUST!
    Official Member of the "Travis OutLOL Society". 5 years, 35 Million Dollars worth of lulz.

    by Claud on May 10, 2011 1:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

    That chick in the middle has cake.

    Let me find out Brook is messing around with spanish girls. Don’t get mono, please.

    My swag Jehovah Witness, dude, it never take a holiday.

    by Dopeness on May 10, 2011 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

    He's so soft

    hes doing work with one hand!

    Brook Lopez is the MAN!

    by netsareboss on May 10, 2011 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

    He better come back with cornrows or dreds...

    otherwise there is no excuse for not cutting that rats nest on his head. Jeesh…

    by Pawley on May 10, 2011 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

    I know this has nothing to do with the post but check this out.....

    http://dcist.com/2011/05/new_wizards_uniforms.php#photo-1

    wizards go back to the retro look and ditch the wizard logo…… we saw philly, golden state do the same….. lets hope the nets do the same as well

    MADMAN ADAM

    by MADMAN ADAM on May 10, 2011 2:13 PM EDT reply actions  

    i dont think they should. I don’t really like the wizards new uniform

    Brook Lopez is the MAN!

    by netsareboss on May 10, 2011 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

    It's all going to come together fellas

    Tayshaun Prince , Anthony Parker , DeAndre Liggins , Nikola Vucevic , Coach Messina

    Tayshaun + Deron – team usa
    Parker + Hump = raptors
    Prince + Liggins = kentucky wildcats
    Messina + Proky = CSKA Moscow
    Proky + Outlaw = rich guys
    Vucevic (usc) + Farmar (ucla) = playful banter and towell snappings in the shower

    "This isn’t fantasy or rotisserie basketball. Why would Denver want Outlaw? Would you?"

    by strange-brew on May 10, 2011 3:21 PM EDT reply actions  

    Brook Lopez VC!

    "I think I’m the best point guard in the league. No reason. I just think I’m the best.’’-Deron Williams.

    by JJ25 on May 10, 2011 3:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

    you know what would be twisted is if

    dwight convinced deron to go to florida, and orlando sent us jameer, jason richardson and picks in a sign a trade

    Tell it how it is ! or just shut the hell up !

    by Mike28Live on May 10, 2011 3:37 PM EDT reply actions  

    Your damented.

    Don’t even think such thoughts.

    by Zartan on May 10, 2011 3:55 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions  

    Worst trade ever is an ott

    But yeah damn the for trading VC’s contract and a player just as good a C Lee for a one year rental of C Lee. They had delusions he be an all star just because he played defense and was a part of a finals team.

    "Next year, with a full training camp, I think he can go after that Scott Skiles' record of 30." - Billy King

    by shea23 on May 10, 2011 4:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

    Cept they have no cap

    And would need us to do that sign and trade to pull it off. Which we certainly would not do.

    "Next year, with a full training camp, I think he can go after that Scott Skiles' record of 30." - Billy King

    by shea23 on May 10, 2011 4:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

    Something truly hilarious:

    Now the Knicks think they can hire Phil Jackson as head coach.
    http://espn.go.com/newyork/hot/?id=6516950

    "You can spend minutes, hours, days weeks or even months overanalyzing a situation; trying to put the pieces together, justifying what would’ve, could’ve happened – or you can just leave the pieces on the floor and move the **** on."
    -Tupac Amaru Shakur

    by NetsMets4Life on May 10, 2011 4:08 PM EDT reply actions  

    No need to sayything more than lol

    "Next year, with a full training camp, I think he can go after that Scott Skiles' record of 30." - Billy King

    by shea23 on May 10, 2011 4:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

    I mean why, how, you now what nvm

    by JerseysFinest. on May 10, 2011 4:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

    The Knicks,

    their media and their fans make laugh.

    by Andres B on May 10, 2011 4:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

    How dare you, Sir. Your jealousy towards “da meccuh” of the basketball world and its modest fanbase (including its wonderfully objective reporters) is unsightly. Your outrageous accusations literally made me spit up my orange and blue kool-aid. I await your apology.

    by Enigmah5 on May 10, 2011 5:02 PM EDT up reply actions   1 recs

    Haha

    half of my family is from long island so i laugh at every thing they say thats knick related

    " Jersey Strong, Brooklyn Ready "

    by idrise12 on May 10, 2011 4:31 PM EDT reply actions  

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