Scott Padgett knows he isn't athletic, but he also knows how to hunt down the ball. While everyone knew Padgett can hit big shots from downtown, few expected the former Kentucky star to be such a contributor underneath. Fans have noticed as well, as Padgett is quickly replacing the departed Brian Scalabrine both on the court and in the minds of Nets fans.
- Game 8 recap - Dave D'Alessandro - Newark Star-Ledger
- Padgett Getting It Done - Fred Kerber - New York Post
- Nets, crowd take to Padgett - Al Iannazzone - The Record