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New Nets look rosy to Thorn

 
Rod Thorn, the president of the Nets, is feeling optimistic. While most critics predict that the Nets will finish near the back of the pack in the Eastern Conference, Thorn is expecting much bigger things. Such as a playoff appearance? (link)

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