Sean Williams, who the Nets took at #17 in the draft despite of off-court issues, and Mile Ilic, who the Nets took in the second round two years ago but wasn't able to attend last year, are among the 70 NBA rookies and other newcomers at this league's Rookie Transition Program in Westchester. The players are instructed in everything from avoiding drugs and gambling to how to deal with hangers-on.
- A Lesson in Gambling From One Who Knows - Howard Beck - New York Times
- Rookies Play Hooky From Program, Help Kids - Dave McMenamin - NBA.com