New Jersey Nets: Midseason Report

After trading away Jason Kidd, Richard Jefferson, and attempting to unload Vince Carter, it seems as if the Nets have their sights set on the summer of 2010.  Provided that LeBron James becomes a free agent, the Nets will be one of the favorites to sign James.  However, there is a lot of basketball to be played between now and then.  Rod Thorn has done a tremendous job making smart trades and drafting impact players for the Nets.  First, the trade for Jason Kidd seems like a complete steal.  Devin Harris is probably the second best point guard in the NBA behind Chris Paul and Jason Kidd is declining fast.  Yi Jianlian is apparently going to the All-Star game averaging around 11 and six.  But he is young and Rod Thorn has done an excellent job building a solid core of young players to attract LeBron.  Up to now I'd say the Nets season has been a pleasant surprise because most critics had them battling for the worst record in the NBA.  They are in ... (link)