John Hollinger, in listing his top surprises for 2008-09, says Devin Harris could "end up gate-crashing the Eastern Conference All-Star team". Calling the Nets guard the fourth biggest surprise of the season and the NBA's seventh most efficient player, Hollinger writes, "He always has been able to get into the paint thanks to his lightning-quick first step, but he's also using his speed to get to the free-throw line."
- The season's early surprises, from 1-15 - John Hollinger - ESPN