Losing no time, the NBA has begun a background check on Mikhail Prokhorov and its Board of Governors may meet with him later this month, reports Al Iannazzone. Prokhorov can't make any decisions on the team's fortunes until he's approved...and team officials say they have yet to see his imprint on things. Meanwhile, Bruce Ratner says he expects to start selling bonds for Barclays Center in two weeks.
- Prokhorov looming, but business as usual for Nets - Al Iannazzone - The Nets Insider
- Media kingpin wanted Nets - New York Post