John Hollinger, who last year predicted both the Nets' injury problems and their 41-41 record, now believes that without a major trade fans should expect no better than a 43-39 record this season. So Hollinger says the Nets' President should be making calls to improve the team, presenting a list targets and assets. He admits big deals would be difficult and some might not even be worth the effort. Meanwhile, MSNBC's Sam Smith isn't sure Bruce Ratner has the stomach for rebuilding.
- It's Time for Nets To Pull the Trigger on the Big Trade - John Hollinger - New York Sun
- Get rid of NBA’s summer league blues - Sam Smith - MSNBC