Brooks Plays, Acts Like a Veteran
by Net Income on Jan 27, 2012 4:57 PM EST
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PrintSteve Aschburner knows something about the NBA, having covered it since 1980 and he likes what he sees --and hears-- from MarShon Brooks. In particular, he thinks the 23-year-old (as of Thursday) "handlied himself in an interview like a vet, at least."
Brooks, with his typical aplomb, talks about why he thinks he dropped to #25. "When you're around for four years, it's almost like, 'Why?'" he said. "Well, I grew up in college. I just took a little bit more time." But he's not forgetting. "Definitely I have a chip on my shoulder. I worked out for a lot of teams -- I felt I worked out well in front of a lot of them, and they decided to pass on me."
Two teammates understand how special he is, DeShawn Stevenson and Deron Williams.
"He was, what, the 25th pick?" asks Stevenson. "I don't understand that. He can score the ball, he's very talented. He's going to be a problem." But alas, he won't be playing Friday vs. the Cavaliers and will undergo more tests on his balky Achilles tendon.
- On-the-job training paying off for Nets rookie Brooks - Steve Aschburner - NBA.com
- The Nets' MarShon Brooks on the grueling NBA lockout schedule - Marcus Henry - New York Amsterdam News
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"Silk"
Official Member of DO NOT TRADE MARSHON Society!
To be successful, apparently Avery's Defense System requires it to be manned by NBA All-Defensive Team.
OT
but Dwill has a tab on his website that reads: “Road to Brooklyn”
HE’S GONE!
by NetsKiNG on Jan 27, 2012 5:56 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
hey did netdaily shutdown for 5 minutes or so for anybody else?
FRANKS AND BEANS FRANKS AND BEANS
by lemmetakeutodamovies on Jan 27, 2012 5:59 PM EST reply actions
Yeah mind blown
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
yeah same but comments were disabled at times too
by netsyankees4life on Jan 27, 2012 6:01 PM EST up reply actions
yea that's what happend to me
FRANKS AND BEANS FRANKS AND BEANS
by lemmetakeutodamovies on Jan 27, 2012 6:02 PM EST up reply actions
makes me hate the clippers more
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbDQII7PhW0&feature=youtu.be
More MarShon Please
booooooooooooooooooooooooooo
Nets PR Dept. @Nets_PR Reply Retweet Favorite · Open
Okur and Brooks are out tonight. Humphries will play.
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 6:05 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
not fine enough to play tonight haha
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 6:10 PM EST up reply actions
He said this earlier
Ledger_Nets: MarShon says at Nets shootaround he “feels great” cautions he hasn’t tested it yet today.
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
Good News!
"A little boy went out to play. When he opened his door, he saw the world. As he passed through the doorway, he caused a reflection. Evil was born. Evil was born, and followed the boy."
this title made me think brooks was playing tonight, smh
FRANKS AND BEANS FRANKS AND BEANS
by lemmetakeutodamovies on Jan 27, 2012 6:07 PM EST reply actions
disappointed.
was looking forward to seeing him and irving in the same game
FRANKS AND BEANS FRANKS AND BEANS
by lemmetakeutodamovies on Jan 27, 2012 6:11 PM EST up reply actions
she will gets the start
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 6:12 PM EST up reply actions
After all that trash talking at Fear the Sword
The Nets have to win tonight
Somebody said "FAIR WARNING"
they are not
"I think I’m the best point guard in the league. No reason. I just think I’m the best.’’-Deron Williams.
who cares about the cavs period. especially with the blog author over there as the great hype machine
I understand Kyrie looks good but shut up already with chris paul talk already.
Deron,Morrow,Stevenson,Hump,Petro nice.....
and im getting sick of Avery/Tim Walsh
without brooks and okur you think we win?
by netsyankees4life on Jan 27, 2012 6:12 PM EST reply actions
idk we are thin at backup for everything but pg to begin with
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 6:14 PM EST up reply actions
without Okur's 4 pts
we have chance
"A little boy went out to play. When he opened his door, he saw the world. As he passed through the doorway, he caused a reflection. Evil was born. Evil was born, and followed the boy."
well as much as okur pisses me off id rather him then petro
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 6:44 PM EST up reply actions
at least humphries is suiting up
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by lemmetakeutodamovies on Jan 27, 2012 6:13 PM EST reply actions
not so loud with that sig
Humpy might barf
"A little boy went out to play. When he opened his door, he saw the world. As he passed through the doorway, he caused a reflection. Evil was born. Evil was born, and followed the boy."
:)
Ira Winderman @IraHeatBeat
Dwyane Wade WILL play tonight.
"Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming." - John R. Wooden
by D Will to Succeed on Jan 27, 2012 6:14 PM EST reply actions
why not just rest him
they are playing the knicks..
FRANKS AND BEANS FRANKS AND BEANS
by lemmetakeutodamovies on Jan 27, 2012 6:20 PM EST up reply actions
okay so seriously the cavs blog is a JOKE the leader says kyrie>deron LOL
by netsyankees4life on Jan 27, 2012 6:14 PM EST reply actions
Oh damn...
…didn’t see it’s almost 6:30…gotta get home for game.
GO NETS!!
If I can just hide, the sinner inside, and keep him denied.
How sweet life would be, if I could be free, from the sinner in me.
Do me a favor.
Stay off that Cavs site. The guy is clearly begging for Nets fans to come populate his site. Don’t give him the satisfaction.
We would never do something so unprofessional in search of page views.
NetsDaily.com
by NetsDaily on Jan 27, 2012 6:19 PM EST reply actions 10 recs
thank you ++++
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by lemmetakeutodamovies on Jan 27, 2012 6:22 PM EST up reply actions
and of course we don't NEED page views
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
by Net Income on Jan 27, 2012 6:24 PM EST up reply actions 8 recs
Not begging exactly.
But completely baiting us. Totally unprofessional.
I think it's fine.
by NetsMets4Life on Jan 27, 2012 6:56 PM EST up reply actions
Whatever the case, I could not get over sense of entitlement.
Clearly desperate.
I think it's fine.
by NetsMets4Life on Jan 27, 2012 7:00 PM EST up reply actions
*could not get over their sense of entitlement
I think it's fine.
by NetsMets4Life on Jan 27, 2012 7:00 PM EST up reply actions
Damn man...
Im hoping this is just Tim Walsh being conservative and Swaggu is not seriously injured. How long did we go thinking James’ injury was just soreness till we found out he needed surgery again? SMH
Plus he is our best trade chip to ORL at this point
Marshon VS Iman: Bring the rivalry on my nuiikkkass!!!
we are the nets this things are suppose to happen right
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 6:22 PM EST up reply actions
Thats why there holding him out with so many other injuries
To be honest the trade deadline probably has a lot to do with it.
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
PHNX has the best medical staff, handsdown.
"I think I’m the best point guard in the league. No reason. I just think I’m the best.’’-Deron Williams.
3 straight games?
Time for concern
I love the Nets...too bad they don't love me...
by BEB on Jan 27, 2012 6:24 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
more test for swag thats just great
Fred Kerber @FredKerber Reply Retweet Favorite · Open
Okur will get MRI. Avery doubts he’ll play Sunday. MarShon will get more tests. Jordan Williams call-up has been discussed. Have a nice day
More MarShon Please
More tests
He’s out Sunday too
I love the Nets...too bad they don't love me...
by BEB on Jan 27, 2012 6:26 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
that is the implication
not going to have tests on the weekend.
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
sound like we're just being smart
and erring on the side of caution protecting this valuable asset
"A little boy went out to play. When he opened his door, he saw the world. As he passed through the doorway, he caused a reflection. Evil was born. Evil was born, and followed the boy."
hmm
or maybe its a little worse than first thought.
anyway, no need to panic yet… right??
"A little boy went out to play. When he opened his door, he saw the world. As he passed through the doorway, he caused a reflection. Evil was born. Evil was born, and followed the boy."
injury prone swag?
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by lemmetakeutodamovies on Jan 27, 2012 6:24 PM EST reply actions
I can see a move
Damion James says he might be back, but I can see the Nets looking for a big guy (Gadzuric is back, tried out for Philly yesterday) and dumping James.
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
Gut feeling
Or have you heard something?
I love the Nets...too bad they don't love me...
by BEB on Jan 27, 2012 6:28 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
gut feeling
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
yeah not gad cause he's awful
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 6:32 PM EST up reply actions
Petros brother
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
that is great news NOT no offense NI
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 6:28 PM EST up reply actions
Oh god no.
There are much better bigs available. Ugh.
as bad as he's been at times...
I’d rather see Shawne Williams play 25+ min. at PF just to keep Petro on the bench for longer spurts. He can attempt to match up with Jamison. Hope She Will and Hump can keep Varejao off the glass.
I don't think he physically can
I love the Nets...too bad they don't love me...
by BEB on Jan 27, 2012 6:29 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
what's the alternative though...
Petro at C?…and Hump can’t play 40+ again…and he’s sick
by BKNfastbreak on Jan 27, 2012 6:30 PM EST up reply actions
Shawne can most definitely play Pf
Same size as Jamison might be bigger. About 6’9 235-240
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
"Physically can"
Meaning: His injury prevents him from playing that many minutes.
I think he can hold up against cavs big men
Might be easier then chasing threes like Gee around.
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
Samuels and Varejao will be a handful...
when Sheldon Williams is on the bench…thankfully neither of those guys are an offensive force. T. Thompson is a question mark too I believe.
by BKNfastbreak on Jan 27, 2012 6:42 PM EST up reply actions
Memo to NBA
the combination of players not being in game shape after a long lockout and a tough, tight schedule is a recipe for all sorts of injuries.
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
Schedule yes, out of shape no excuse. Being out of shape (decent shape not game shape) is just not being true professional.
"Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming." - John R. Wooden
by D Will to Succeed on Jan 27, 2012 6:40 PM EST up reply actions
game shape is different from working out
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
Any updates on Cle injuries?
T. Thompson—ankle injury and Casspi—“face” injury? Would help if those two were out too.
sweet dude
Colin Stephenson @Ledger_Nets Reply Retweet Favorite · Open
Nets concerned with MarShon, who couldn’t make it through shootaround. Okur not likely to play Sunday, either.
More MarShon Please
look around the league
there are injuries everywhere
by NJ Champ on Jan 27, 2012 6:38 PM EST via Android app up reply actions
Come on man look all over the NBA
Tim Walsh always gets love from everybody.
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
No I meant he gets love for being a great trainer
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
smokescreen...
MarShon not playing another game until after trade deadline.
by BKNfastbreak on Jan 27, 2012 6:36 PM EST up reply actions
well there is really no reason to watch till brooks and brook come back if they ever do
More MarShon Please
Isn't this his only Job? how do you forget to do your job?
Colin Stephenson@Ledger_Nets
Forgot to tweet this earlier: Hump in, MarShon, Okur out for Nets. Shelden starts at center. Jordan Williams may be recalled from D-League.
6:30 PM – 27 Jan 12via TweetDeck · Details
LOL I want to take it when I graduate.
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andy vasquez
Avery Johnson said MarShon Brooks will undergo further examination on his left Achilles tomorrow, but no MRI. #Nets
by netsyankees4life on Jan 27, 2012 6:37 PM EST reply actions
See what happens
Ledger_Nets: MarShon will undergo further testing tomorrow, Avery said if he can’t play Sunday, then they’ll get really concerned.
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
its not all bad marshon is getting alot of rest and peserved energy
I own a couple kangaroos that sell marijuana to help me pay my bills it's a Aussie thing, Canterbury Bulldogs rugby league, bring back VC
by OFWGKTA AustralAsian on Jan 27, 2012 6:43 PM EST up reply actions
MarShon is not invincible
Even MJ had a major injury early. Shut him down for a month
Call Boki and see if he can be bought out.
Mikki Moore is in the DLeague and Ostertag
lol Ostertag gave up I believe
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
yes a month
Noone cares about ROY but us. Achillies is nothing to play with
by DJ HeavyDuty on Jan 27, 2012 6:49 PM EST up reply actions
Birthday boy is ready
"Beware the Ides of March."
by Andy. on Jan 27, 2012 6:48 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
character builder for D-Will
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
yes
This is still a winnable game. Post up on Irving all night. Milk Morrow all night for 3s
by DJ HeavyDuty on Jan 27, 2012 6:51 PM EST up reply actions
"Mistakes build character, and character takes you places youv'e never been before."
"I think I’m the best point guard in the league. No reason. I just think I’m the best.’’-Deron Williams.
We have to win
one game back vs. three. We have to make the playoffs.
"I think I’m the best point guard in the league. No reason. I just think I’m the best.’’-Deron Williams.
WHY CAN'T WE EVER HAVE NICE THINGS?!??!
Section 18, Row 7 at The Rock!
"Your 2010-2011 New Jersey Nets - It Is What It Is"
Hmmmm I will hold that thought until after the deadline.
I’m starting to fall over the fence.
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
i been falling over that fence for awhile
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 6:53 PM EST up reply actions
Nice things?
"Beware the Ides of March."
by Andy. on Jan 27, 2012 6:54 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
I predict a win
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by lemmetakeutodamovies on Jan 27, 2012 6:52 PM EST reply actions
I want a win predict a loss.
"I think I’m the best point guard in the league. No reason. I just think I’m the best.’’-Deron Williams.
Farmar needs to show up tonight
Drop about 15-17
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
Inside Amare Stoudemire’s Stunning Decline -Tom Haberstroh, ESPN Insider
For anyone who can’t view Insider articles, I’ll give you the last 3 ’graphs
And we haven’t even talked much about his embarrassing defense, but he’s consistently ranked as one of the league’s most skewed one-way players. What happens when he can’t produce offensively anymore? Even though there are more than 45 games left, it’s hard to imagine a worse start for Stoudemire unless he sustained a serious injury.
Speaking of injuries, it’s worth noting that many people around the league considered it a medical miracle that Stoudemire was able to play as well as he did last season given the state of his knees. It is simply very unlikely that he will ever be able to regain the athleticism he had in Phoenix, much less be a star player going forward.
With his shooting woes reaching historic depths and more than $80 million remaining on his contract, the time for Knicks fans to panic about Stoudemire is right about now.
But Magic will want him for sur3
Section 18, Row 7 at The Rock!
"Your 2010-2011 New Jersey Nets - It Is What It Is"
Ya know if I was Dolan
Amnesty Amare
Sign TC
Tmac and or VC for cheap
Sign WChandler
by DJ HeavyDuty on Jan 27, 2012 7:01 PM EST up reply actions
i meant this past summer
They could have reassembled the Denver team
Billups
JR
Melo
KMart
Chandler
by DJ HeavyDuty on Jan 27, 2012 7:17 PM EST up reply actions
maybe
marshon shouldnt wear those calf sleeves anymore
Something good is about to happen
something good…I know it.
I know there’s a pony in there somewhere and I will find it.
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
fall?
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
well can we find the pony tonight or tomorrow
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 7:02 PM EST up reply actions
soon, i know there's a pony in there somewhere.
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
do you get the reference?
The researchers had been so mesmerized by this display of pessimism and negativity that they had almost forgotten about the second little boy who had been place in the room full of manure. They quickly shifted their attention to the second room and peering through the observation window, were stopped in their tracks. They had expected to see the little boy sitting on the pile sad and crying. But instead, he was standing on top of the pile wildly shoveling horse manure. To the amazement of the entire research team, he was animated, excited, alive, and happy. He kept digging and digging and shouting with glee. He was covered with manure from head to toe and he was ecstatic. The researchers looked one another in awe – the child seemed delirious.
Cautiously one of the scientists opened the door to the room and tried to get the boy’s attention. However, he was so focused on digging that it took a few minutes to get his attention. Finally the boy stopped what he was doing, turned around, and faced the scientist. Looking with amazement at the manure covered child the researcher asked, "Son, what in the world are you doing?" With that question, a huge grin crossed the boy’s face and with the same enthusiasm he had given to digging he replied, "Sir, with all this manure I just know there is pony in here somewhere and I’m going to find him!" With that he turned around and started digging.
http://www.salesgravy.com/Articles/attitude/theres-a-pony-in-here-somewhere-2.html
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
that isn't going to get us a W tonight
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 7:09 PM EST up reply actions
Otis:
Full grown horse, preferably Stallion.
I think it's fine.
by NetsMets4Life on Jan 27, 2012 7:04 PM EST up reply actions
if gadz is that pony then i don't want it
More MarShon Please
by kory raymond on Jan 27, 2012 7:06 PM EST up reply actions
...
Thompson bumped to probable: Cavaliers F Tristan Thompson (ankle) is listed as probable for Friday’s game against New Jersey, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Thompson, who was originally considered a game-time decision, has missed two games in a row with the ankle injury.
(Updated 01/27/2012)
hmmm
Farmar for QRich? Warm up Otis to the big deal.
It like dating. You can’t go for the HR as soon as you meet. Gotta take her out to dinner,get her a couple drinks and tell her shes beautiful. Let’s be friends Otis
you know!
Chick shows up at Otis’ office in a red trenchcoat with a briefcase and heavy Russian accent
by DJ HeavyDuty on Jan 27, 2012 7:20 PM EST up reply actions
we could use this guy....any way we can pry him????
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by Angelo Mihalitsianos on Jan 27, 2012 7:29 PM EST reply actions
Chris Kaman?????
Section15 Row 12 Seats 1&2
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