Of course, people close to the team know that this is not enough.

Nelson has stayed close to the team in another way.

Uniforms for Seaver were ready, a source close to the team said.

Because, say people close to the team, he gets the best out of the players.

A person close to the team said the three were offering about $1.3 billion.

"Jay Williams has a long road back," said a person close to the team who was briefed on the situation.

One person close to the team said Roberts would report very soon.

A source close to the team said the fine was $500.

Sources close to the team said last week that the deal is worth $12.7 million.

The Nets have never discussed hiring a new coach, according to several people close to the team.