Richard Jefferson's back spasms, while painful, should not prevent him from playing Tuesday against the defending champion Spurs in San Antonio. Jefferson missed all but two minutes Sunday afternoon and was dressed in a wrap when Vince Carter's big shot went down. He described the injury as a "random thing" and promised he would play.
- RJ Hurt Vows to Face Spurs - Fred Kerber - New York Post
- Nets Notebook: Jefferson says his back is fine - Dave D'Alessandro - Star-Ledger
- Nets Notes: RJ backs out - Al Iannazzone - The Record