Both the Arizona Republic and InsideHoops are reporting that Scott Padgett, the 6'-9" Rocket free agent, is likely to sign with the Nets soon. Padgett, who can play both forward positions, is a career 39% from beyond the arc. He is comfortable coming off the bench, having started only 17 games in his career. Padgett had originally planned to sign with the Suns for the $1 million veterans' minimum, but earlier today was reported to have a better offer. [Thanks to Stefan Nellemoes of nbainfo.dk for the link.]
- NBA Rumors: Padgett to Nets - Jeff Lenchiner - Inside Hoops
- Padgett likely to take better offer elsewhere - Paul Coro - Arizona Republic
- Padgett not going to Suns - John Gambadoro - Arizona Republic