DEMAND IN SUPPLY: Phillies merchandise still going fast Nov 20, 2008
While some baseball clubs, such as the A's, Astros, Brewers, Giants, Pirates and Red Sox, have announced ticket-price freezes or reductions, no other pro team is matching the discount the New Jersey Nets are offering for select tickets: they're giving them away for free. Early this season the Nets implemented a "Buy Now, Pay Later" plan for $10 upper-deck tickets (fans won't have to begin paying for their $440 season tickets until January) and now Nets CEO Brett Yormark has offered 2,000 free... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
James reaches 11,000 points as Cavaliers win eighth in a row Nov 19, 2008
James had 31 points, eight rebounds and four assists in another dominating performance and the Cleveland Cavaliers rolled to their eighth straight win with a 106-82 decision over the New Jersey Nets on Tuesday night. GAME REPORT. (USA Today -- Sports)
James, Cavs roll to eighth straight win Nov 19, 2008
Advertisements The Associated Press LeBron James scored 31 points in showing the New York metropolitan area what might be on the free-agency market in 2010 and the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers rolled to their eighth straight win with a 106-82 decision over the New Jersey Nets on Tuesday night. James added eight rebounds, four assists and a remarkable blocked shot on a play late in the third quarter when he chased down Nets point guard Devin Harris on a fastbreak and prevented a dunk. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Tough stretch ahead Nov 19, 2008
Woodson said he identified the Pacers and the New Jersey Nets as teams that are vastly improved from last season. While neither team was predicted to be among the playoff contenders in the Eastern Conference in the preseason, both are in the thick of the chase right now. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Katz: Kellogg back where he belongs Nov 19, 2008
"I wish it would have happened sooner.'' As much as Kellogg had wanted to coach before, he said he wasn't ready until now. Kellogg said he'd had a premonition as a player that he would be the head coach at UMass. He is from Springfield, Mass. His wife, Nicole Flory, is a fellow UMass grad. His parents still live in nearby Belchertown. If ever there were a candidate who fit his alma mater, it is Kellogg at UMass. But the timing had to be right. Calipari left to coach the New Jersey Nets after the... (ESPN -- College Basketball)
* NBA: James leads Cavs over out-of-tune Jazz Nov 17, 2008
Atlanta Hawks forward Solomon Jones, middle, is fouled on a rebound by New Jersey Nets center Brook Lopez, right, as forward Yi Jianlian of China also goes up during the first half of their game in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday. PHOTO: AP. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Saturday photos Nov 17, 2008
Hawks starters Al Horford (left), Marvin Williams (middle) and Mike Bibby sit on the bench during the final minutes of a 119-107 loss to the New Jersey Nets at Philips Arena Saturday. RICH ADDICKS / raddicks@ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Hot Harris lifts the Nets Anderson adds 17 points in win over Hawks Nov 16, 2008
Harris scored 33 points, Vince Carter had 29 and the visiting New Jersey Nets beat Atlanta 119-107 on Saturday night, completing a sweep of the two-day, home-and-home series. More Sports. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Woodson won't say I told you so Nov 16, 2008
That the Hawks entered Saturday night s game at Philips Arena against the New Jersey Nets among the NBA elite was surprising only to those who haven t been paying attention. Despite all of those issues that Woodson had to ignore or overcome (I ll explain in a moment), his Hawks nearly kept Boston from its world championship last season by battling the Celtics dribble for dribble in a seven-game series. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Unemployed? NBA Team Offers Free Seats Nov 15, 2008
Thats exactly what the New Jersey Nets have announced they will do for fans that post their resumes at the teams online job bank. As a part of this innovative promotion, the basketball team will also forward fans resumes to team sponsors and corporate season ticket holders. (Fox News)
Harris returns to lead Nets past Hawks Nov 15, 2008
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -Devin Harris has become the indispensable player for the New Jersey Nets. Back in the lineup after missing three games because of a sprained left ankle, Harris scored 30 points to lead the New Jersey Nets to a 115-108 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Harris leads Nets to victory over Hawks Nov 15, 2008
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Hawks fall to Nets Nov 15, 2008
New Jersey Nets Devin Harris, left, strips the ball from Atlanta Hawks Solomon Jones ... Atlanta Hawks Al Horford, right, battles for the ball with New Jersey Nets Vince Carter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
* Sport Briefs Nov 14, 2008
BASKETBALL Free Nets tickets for jobless The New Jersey Nets professional basketball team is giving a break to unemployed fans. Theyre offering free tickets and will forward their resumes to corporate sponsors as workers grapple with the weak US economy. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Squeeze play Nov 14, 2008
"Our sponsorship and advertising with people who support our programs are probably at an all-time high right now. That's a positive sign, but the true test for hockey will come in late winter and early spring, when it's almost playoff time and when we usually draw better in the second half.'' Recession-proof Like the BayHawks, who recently cut 99 season-ticket packages to $99, some teams and leagues around the country are tuning in to today's financial challenges. - The NBA's New Jersey Nets are... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Raptors fail to shut down Sixers Nov 13, 2008
"Pacers 98, Nets 87At East Rutherford, New Jersey, T.J. Ford led a balanced offence and the Indiana Pacers again got the better of the New Jersey Nets with a victory last night. Ford scored 18 points for the Pacers, who had six players score in double figures and are on a three-game win streak that includes a pair of wins over the Nets. The Ottawa Citizen 2008 Ads by Google Inside the . A solar-powered city offers a ... Test your knowledge with our Car... Every spring or summer I get... (Ottawa Citizen)
Bobcats' Richardson is a bit worse for wear Nov 13, 2008
NETS OFFER FREE TICKETS TO UNEMPLOYED: The New Jersey Nets said Wednesday they are providing 1,500 free tickets over the next two months to unemployed fans who submit resumes. All rights reserved. (News & Observer -- Sports)
How our teams can lend a hand Nov 13, 2008
The New Jersey Nets, of all teams, are doing something pretty cool for their fans in these difficult economic times. The team announced that to a Nets game and maybe find a job, too. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Free tickets for unemployed fans in NBA Nets Nov 13, 2008
WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 (Xinhua) -- The NBA New Jersey Nets are offering free tickets to umemployed fans and will forward their resumes to corporate sponsors as workers grapple with the weak economy. The National Basketball Association team said on Wednesday it will offer unemployed fans tickets to five of its home games in November and December, as well as resume placement with its 120 corporate sponsors. (Xinhuanet, China)
Angels pass on K-Rod; may eye Ramírez Nov 13, 2008
Basketball Nets offer job fair to unemployed The New Jersey Nets are trying to do more for their fans in these hard economic times: They want to help get them jobs. The Nets announced they are providing 1,500 free tickets over the next two months to unemployed fans who submit r. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Cleveland Cavaliers reportedly in touch with free agent Antonio McDyess Nov 12, 2008
Last season the league killed a trade when Jerry Stackhouse publicly said he'd get a buyout and return to the Dallas Mavericks if he was traded to the New Jersey Nets. A few weeks later as a result, Brent Barry seriously flirted with the Phoenix Suns before returning to the San Antonio Spurs, who had traded him. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Wade rallies Heat past Nets Nov 11, 2008
Miami Heat guard Daequan Cook (14) tries to elude New Jersey Nets guard Vince Carter, right, during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, in Miami ... MIAMI - Dwyane Wade scored 19 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter, and the Miami Heat rallied from a 10-point deficit midway through the final quarter to beat the New Jersey Nets 99-94 on Monday night. (Anchorage Daily News)
National Basketball Association Game Capsules Nov 11, 2008
Final Score: Miami 99, New Jersey 94 Miami, FL (Sports Network) - Dwyane Wade led a Miami comeback with 19 of his season-high tying 33 points in the fourth quarter as the Heat toppled the New Jersey Nets, 99-94, at AmericanAirlines Arena. Wade set a career-mark with four triples and had five assists while Michael Beasley kept up a torrid first-year pace with 19 points, six rebounds and four assists for the Heat, who kicked off a three-game homestand Monday and will host both Portland and... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Nets' Harris to miss second straight game with ankle sprain Nov 11, 2008
- (Sports Network) - New Jersey Nets starting point guard Devin Harris will miss Monday's road matchup with the Miami Heat due to a left ankle sprain. Harris was also sidelined for Saturday's 98-80 loss to the Indiana Pacers. (ABC 7 News, DC)
NBA Power Rankings Nov 11, 2008
Allen Iverson's debut was spoiled with a loss to the New Jersey Nets. 5. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Pierce inspires Boston fightback Nov 11, 2008
Dwayne Wade scored 33 points and led a fourth-quarter comeback as the Miami Heat overcame a long-standing deficit in a 99-94 victory over the New Jersey Nets. Wade had 19 points in the fourth and the Heat erased a nine-point deficit at the start of the quarter en route to earning their third win in the last four. (National Post)
Nationals' retooling starts with a trade Nov 11, 2008
"We have nothing to say," Larry Beinfest, the Marlins' president of baseball operations, said while courtside watching the Miami Heat play the New Jersey Nets. "If that changes, I'll let you know."The trade signals the start of the Nationals' efforts to reshape their roster after a worst-in-the-majors 59-102 season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Marion will miss tonight's game vs. Nets Nov 11, 2008
MIAMI Shawn Marion had hope to test his sore groin tonight against the New Jersey Nets, but the Heat forward was told by the team he was not playing. When I came in they told me I wasn t playing, Marion said. (The Palm Beach Post)
Suns' Nash searching for rhythm Nov 10, 2008
Phoenix Suns coach Terry Porter, left, talks with guard Steve Nash in the second quarter of an NBA basketball game against the New Jersey Nets Tuesday night. The Suns won 114-86. (AZCentral -- Sports)
New Jersey's Harris held out of Saturday game Nov 9, 2008
New Jersey Nets' Devin Harris held out of Saturday's game - NBA - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Harris, Nets spoil Iverson's debut with Pistons Nov 8, 2008
Allen Iverson, making his debut with the Detroit Pistons, drives past the New Jersey Nets' Yi Jianlian during their game at the Izod Arena in East Rutherford, N.J. Iverson had 24 points to lead Detroit, but the Pistons fell to the Nets 103-96 ... Harris scored a career-high 38 points Friday night, outplaying Iverson in the second half and leading the New Jersey Nets to a 103-96 victory over the Pistons. (USA Today -- Sports)
Allen Iverson Makes Pistons Debut Nov 8, 2008
Washington - llen Iverson was in the starting lineup for Detroit on Friday night, making his delayed debut for the Pistons against the New Jersey Nets. Detroit (4-0) played twice since the trade Monday with Denver that sent Chauncey Billups, Antonio McDyess and Cheikh Samb to the Nuggets for the nine-time All-Star. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Trio of Tigers Selected in 2008 NBA Development League Draft Nov 8, 2008
The 14ers are affiliated with both the Nuggets and the New Jersey Nets of the NBA. Last season, five players from the Colorado 14ers roster were called up at some point to the NBA.. Mays finished his career with the most steals by a frontcourt player in Clemson history. (Clemsontigers.com)
SIDELINED: Nets' Douglas-Roberts out 2-4 weeks Nov 7, 2008
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) New Jersey Nets rookie guard will be sidelined up to a month with a sprained right knee. The former Memphis star who was the 40th pick overall in the NBA draft was hurt in practice on Wednesday. (USA Today -- Sports)
* NBA: Raja Bell scores 22 points as red-hot Suns beat Nets Nov 6, 2008
The New Jersey Nets Yi Jianlian, left, loses the ball as he is fouled by the Phoenix Suns Amare Stoudemire during the second quarter of their NBA game on Tuesday night in East Rutherford, New Jersey ... Raja Bell hit all six of his 3-pointers and scored 22 points, and the Phoenix Suns shot 63 percent from the field in beating the New Jersey Nets 114-86 on Tuesday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
NBA: Defending champion Celtics give Rockets first loss Nov 6, 2008
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Raja Bell hit all six of his 3-pointers and scored 22 points, and the Phoenix Suns shot 63 percent from the field in beating the New Jersey Nets 114-86 on Tuesday night. Steve Nash added 12 points and 11 assists, Shaquille O Neal had 18 points and six rebounds and Amare Stoudemire added 14 points as the Suns won for the third time in four games. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Rockets lose first game of season Nov 5, 2008
It was almost a perfect game for Phoenix, and the New Jersey Nets never had chance once the Suns stopped turning the ball over in the second half. Bell hit all six of his 3-pointers and scored 22 points, and the Phoenix Suns shot 63 percent from the field. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Suns fire on all cylinders in win Nov 5, 2008
7 percent of Suns basketball precincts reporting inside of the rim during Tuesday night's first half, it should have been easy to declare Phoenix a projected winner in its contest with the New Jersey Nets ... New Jersey Nets' Brook Lopez, left, vies with his twin brother, Phoenix Suns' Robin Lopez, for the ball during the second quarter Tuesday night. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Bad news for Brooklyn Nov 2, 2008
Which is why the state of the New Jersey Nets is just as germane to discuss as how much LeBron idolizes Nets part-owner Jay-Z. For the moment we'll ignore the New York Knicks' unofficial "Get LeBron" plan, which is to somehow trade players with huge salaries that they don't play, decline to sign the players they do play to extensions, and yet still create an attractive team for any major free agent two years from now. With a better rebuilding plan in place because of smaller salary commitments,... (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Warriors win first behind Biedrins and Jackson Nov 2, 2008
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - Andris Biedrins had 23 points and 11 rebounds and Stephen Jackson scored 20 of his 23 points in the second half to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 105-97 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Saturday night. Corey Maggette added 20 points and 10 rebounds in the Warriors' first win in three games. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Warriors get huge lift from Jackson in 2nd half Nov 2, 2008
New Jersey Nets center Josh Boone, right, attempts a shot as Golden State Warriors center Andris Biedrins, of Latvia, defends during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Saturday night, Nov. 1, 2008, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun) AP ... EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Stephen Jackson couldn't break a sweat in the first half against the New Jersey Nets, so the Golden State Warriors guard didn't bother to stay in the locker room long at halftime. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Report: Pistons sign Maxiell for four years Oct 31, 2008
- (Sports Network) - The New Jersey Nets exercised a fourth- year option on center Josh Boone and third-year options on forward-center Sean Williams and forward Yi Jianlian on Thursday while declining a fourth-year option on guard-forward Maurice Ager. Boone, Williams and Yi are now signed through the 2009-10 season. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Maxiell to stick with Pistons Oct 31, 2008
NETS EXERCISE OPTIONS: The New Jersey Nets exercised a fourth-year contract option on center Josh Boone and third-year options on forwards Sean Williams and Yi Jianlian on Thursday. The Nets also declined to pick up the fourth-year option on guard Maurice Ager. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Yao fuels Rockets to win in season opener Oct 31, 2008
At Washington, Vince Carter scored 21 points to lead his rebuilding New Jersey Nets to a 95-85 season-opening victory over a Wizards team missing Gilbert Arenas. Carter, elected captain before the game, made a 16-foot fadeaway jumper over Caron Butler to put the visitors ahead 90-82 with a minute left and effectively settle the game. (Xinhuanet, China)
Yi makes strong debut for NBA Nets Oct 30, 2008
Yi Jianlian (R) of the New Jersey Nets tries to get the ball during the NBA basketball game against Washington Wizards at Verizon Center, Washington, DC, USA, Oct. 29, 2008. Nets won 95-85. (Xinhuanet, China)
Officers add 911 call details Oct 29, 2008
"Because, like, I feel fine. I was just working out the day before."Today, Thomas plays his first regular season game since the surgery, the starting center as Washington opens at home against the New Jersey Nets. WILLIAMS TO MISS JAZZ OPENER: Utah Jazz point guard Deron Williams will miss the season opener today because of a second-degree sprain in his left ankle. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Are the Bobcats ready? Oct 29, 2008
Classic example: His first season with the New Jersey Nets, that team opened the season 3-12. But it finished winning nine of its last 11, going 44-38 to earn an unexpected playoff spot. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Nuggets focus on defense for a change Oct 29, 2008
"And he's certain his teammates can, too.After a fifth consecutive first-round flop in the playoffs, the Nuggets lost Najera to the New Jersey Nets in free agency and traded Camby, the league's top shot-blocker and a former defensive player of the year, to the Los Angeles Clippers for basically nothing so they could get his remaining $29 million off their books."I know a lot of people are saying that our defense left when Marcus Camby left," Anthony said. "So, I think that gives us motivation to... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Nets' Boone says he ready for opener Oct 28, 2008
New Jersey Nets center Josh Boone returned to practice yesterday after missing more than a week because of a rapid heartbeat. The former University of Connecticut star met with coach Lawrence Frank after the workout and said he will be ready for tomorrow's regular-season opener at Washington. (Boston Globe)
New Jersey's Boone returns to practice Monday Oct 28, 2008
New Jersey Nets' Josh Boone returns to practice - 2008 NBA Preview - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Nets' Boone back at practice after rapid heartbeat Oct 28, 2008
ESPN - New Jersey Nets' Josh Boone back at practice after rapid heartbeat ... New Jersey Nets' Josh Boone back at practice after rapid heartbeat. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Celizic: Optimistic Knicks, Nets have long roads ahead Oct 26, 2008
But now that theyre in the house, the New Jersey Nets are working as hard as they can to get them to come back. No one in the building, including the players, is looking at this as a real contest whose outcome is worth caring about. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Knicks fall with Thomas back in the news at MSG Oct 25, 2008
NEW YORK - Former Knicks coach Isiah Thomas was the talk of Madison Square Garden once again on Friday night, when New York lost to the New Jersey Nets 111-110 in the preseason finale just hours after authorities were called to his home. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Wizards open season minus Agent Zero, Haywood Oct 25, 2008
Even with Arenas and Haywood sidelined when they open the regular season Wednesday against the visiting New Jersey Nets, the Wizards expect to be in the mix for a playoff berth their fifth in a row thanks primarily to All-Star forwards Butler and Antawn Jamison. Consider: Butler was the only player in the league to average 20 points, six rebounds, four assists and two steals last season. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Can Sports Avoid This Recession? Oct 25, 2008
Basketball's New Jersey Nets are allowing fans to grab season tickets now and pay for them after the holidays. The turmoil has already stalled the planned sale of the Chicago Cubs, and owner Sam Zell, CEO of the Tribune Company, should expect a less appealing bid. (Time.com)
Eurocup First Qualifying Round Resu... Oct 24, 2008
When Nenad Krstic left the NBA's New Jersey Nets he must have thought his new team, BC Triumph, would go very deep in the Eurocup. But BASE BC Oostende ended those dreams by winning the return leg at home 81-68 after playing to a 78-78 tie in Russia and firing its coach Vlada Vukoicic between the games. (Suite101.com)
Former Celtics owner Mangurian dead Oct 22, 2008
Washington opens the regular season Oct. 29 at home against the New Jersey Nets. All rights reserved. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Rapid heartbeat sidelines New Jersey's Boone Oct 21, 2008
New Jersey Nets' Josh Boone ruled out after rapid heartbeat - 2008 NBA Preview - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Teen courts success in tennis Oct 21, 2008
Her uncle, Kiki Vandeweghe, was a two-time all-star in his 14-year NBA career and is the general manager of the New Jersey Nets. Her grandfather, Ernie, played in the NBA for six seasons. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Howard leads Magic victory Oct 21, 2008
MORE EXHIBITION HIGHLIGHTS: Wilson Chandler, a reserve, looked sharp as a starter, scored 22 points in his first start of the exhibition season, and New York got strong play from its reserve guards in a 114-106 victory over the New Jersey Nets at East Rutherford, N.J. Looking increasingly comfortable running new coach Mike D'Antoni's system, the Knicks made 12 3-pointers and shot 50 percent in their second straight exhibition victory ... NETS' BOONE RULED OUT: New Jersey Nets center Josh Boone... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Perkins, Pruitt power Celtics past Nets Oct 20, 2008
"I haven't played that many minutes since ... ever,'' the Celtics' second-year point guard said Sunday after playing almost 44 minutes in Boston's 83-66 exhibition victory over the New Jersey Nets. "I think I showed that I could play with the Big Three. Putting me on the floor won't be a step back. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Warriors win in China at buzzer Oct 19, 2008
But Yi and Bobby Simmons were traded to the New Jersey Nets this summer for Richard Jefferson. Matt Frieje gave the Bucks a 108-106 lead with a shot in the lane with 1. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Kurz hits 3 at the buzzer to lift Warriors Oct 19, 2008
But Yi and Bobby Simmons were traded to the New Jersey Nets this summer for Richard Jefferson. The Chinese fans, who had packed the Beijing Olympic Basketball Arena during the August games, cheered equally for both teams, but were most enthusiastic during breaks in play when cheerleaders threw free T-shirts into the stands. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Tigers raise runner-up banner at Memphis Madness Oct 18, 2008
Chris Douglas-Roberts, the team's leading scorer, and now a member of the New Jersey Nets, returned to help with the honors. "It reminds me of my Midnight Madness," Douglas-Roberts said after the crowd gave him a standing ovation. (USA Today -- Sports)
Evans next big thing at Memphis Oct 18, 2008
He also said the team won because "nobody got hurt. That's all you hope for." Douglas-Roberts, now a rookie for the New Jersey Nets, made a surprise appearance to help hang Memphis' Final Four banner. He received a rousing standing ovation from the crowd. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
