March 2016 New Jersey Nets Wiretap

Jacque Vaughn Agrees To Become Nets' Top Assistant Coach

Apr 30, 2016 8:46 PM

Jacque Vaughn is joining the Brooklyn Nets as the top assistant to new head coach Kenny Atkinson.

Vaughn was head coach of the Orlando Magic from 2012 until 2015, posting a 43-121 record.

Vaughn spent the 2015-16 season in the San Antonio Spurs’ front office as a pro personnel director.

Sean Marks worked closely with Vaughn during their shared time together with the Spurs.

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Tags: San Antonio Spurs, Brooklyn Nets, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Luke Walton Received Interest From Knicks, Nets

Apr 17, 2016 8:33 PM

Luke Walton has already interviewed with at least the New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets.

Walton withdrew his name from consideration from the Nets' job though they've now hired Kenny Atkinson.

Phil Jackson spoke with Walton in a phone interview.

The Golden State Warriors have granted permission for other teams to interview Walton provided it doesn't interfere with their playoff run.

Walton could decide to remain with the Warriors for at least another season.

“It’s going to be a long, deliberate process,’’ the source said.

Walton is considered a long shot to want to accept the Knicks' job, but he is considering it due to the "uniqueness" of working with Jackson.

Jackson insisted on Thursday he still wanted to run a triangle-based system offense next season.

Kurt Rambis remains a candidate for the job.

Frank Isola reports Walton told Jackson he's not currently interested in the Knicks' job.

Marc Berman/New York Post

Tags: Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks, Brooklyn Nets, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Nets Hire Kenny Atkinson As Head Coach

Apr 17, 2016 9:09 PM

The Brooklyn Nets have hired Kenny Atkinson as head coach. 

Atkinson is currently assistant coach of the Atlanta Hawks. 

Atkinson had a long playing career in Europe after attending Richmond.

Atkinson was an assistant coach with the New York Knicks from 2008 until 2012 before joining the Hawks.

“We are thrilled to announce Kenny Atkinson as our new head coach and to welcome him and his family to Brooklyn,” said Sean Marks. “Kenny’s years of NBA coaching experience working under successful head coaches such as Mike Budenholzer and Mike D’Antoni have provided him with the foundation and experience we were looking for in a head coach. We believe that Kenny’s core principles, leadership, communication skills and exceptional background in player development make him an ideal fit for the culture we are building in Brooklyn.”

 

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Tags: Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Nets Interested In Ettore Messina, Ime Udoka, Jeff Van Gundy

Apr 14, 2016 10:53 AM

The Brooklyn Nets have interest in Ettore Messina, Ime Udoka and Jeff Van Gundy for their head coaching position.

Sean Marks worked with Messina and Udoka when he was in the San Antonio Spurs' organization.

Van Gundy has been in broadcasting since he was fired by the Houston Rockets in 2007.

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Bryan Colangelo Badly Wanted Nets Job, Needed Convincing On 76ers

Apr 14, 2016 10:53 AM

Jerry Colangelo recused himself from the Philadelphia 76ers' search for a general manager to work with Sam Hinkie and would have been fine with Danny Ferry over his son, Bryan Colangelo.

Bryan Colangelo badly wanted to be hired by the Brooklyn Nets and never wanted the 76ers' job. Bryan Colangelo wanted to avoid working in the shadow of his father amid claims of nepotism.

But the 76ers' ownership convinced Bryan Colangelo he was the best candidate available.

Colangelo has had success with both the Phoenix Suns and Toronto Raptors.

Adrian Wojnarowski/The Vertical

Tags: Philadelphia Sixers, Brooklyn Nets, NBA, NBA Misc Rumor

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Nets Sign Henry Sims For Remainder Of Season

Apr 6, 2016 11:02 AM

The Brooklyn Nets have signed center Henry Sims for the remainder of the 2015-16 season. 

Originally signed to the first of two 10-day contracts on March 17, Sims has appeared in nine games (two starts) with the Nets, averaging 6.0 points and 4.4 rebounds in 17.1 minutes per game.

RealGM Staff Report

Tags: Henry Sims, Brooklyn Nets, NBA, NBA Signing Rumor, NBA Misc Rumor

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Frank Zanin Steps Down As Nets' Assistant GM

Apr 4, 2016 6:10 PM

Frank Zanin has left his role as assistant general manager of the Brooklyn Nets.

Zanin was a candidate for the GM job that eventually went to Sean Marks.

After Marks was hired, he hired Trajan Langdon as assistant GM.

"After speaking with Sean this morning I have decided to step I down from my position of assistant GM," wrote Zanin on Twitter. "This will allow Sean to fill out his staff and give me a chance to pursue other opportunities."

Zanin began his career with the Philadelphia 76ers during the tenure of Billy King.

Nets Daily

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Brook Lopez, Thaddeus Young Shut Down By Nets For Season

Apr 3, 2016 3:13 PM

Brook Lopez and Thaddeus Young have been shut down for the remainder of the Brooklyn Nets' season.

The Nets have six games remaining and have been eliminated from playoff contention.

Lopez and Young each agreed to multi-year deals with the Nets in the offseason.

Lopez finishes his season averaging 20.6 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.7 blocks in 73 games. Young averaged 15.1 points and 9.0 rebounds in 73 games. 

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