Jamaal Magloire, the "beast", and Sean Williams, the "freak", bring different things to the Nets: Magloire, Charles Oakley-like toughness; Williams, Kenyon Martin-like athleticism. Neither is expected to start but both are working hard and making progess, say their teammates and Lawrence Frank. Meanwhile, Al Iannazzone reports the Nets may pull their invitation to Allan Houston, out of respect and the knowledge he's headed back to the Garden.
- Magloire hoping to unleash the beast - Al Iannazzone - The Record
- Hoping his game matches his body - Dave D'Alessandro - Star-Ledger
- Day 5: Houston, we have a problem - Al Iannazzone - The Record: In the 'Zzone