When Jason Kidd agreed to play for Team USA in an Olympic qualifying tournament in Las Vegas, some questioned why the 34-year-old point guard wouldn't want to rest his body over the summer instead.

Kidd already had accomplished plenty in international competition, winning a gold medal at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney. And he could be forgiven for wanting to put his feet up after playing in 92 games for the Nets last season, including the playoffs.

But even after helping Team USA to the Tournament of the Americas title, Kidd looks ready for the challenge of leading the Nets all over again as the team gets set to begin training camp in just over a week.

"I feel great," said Kidd. "I'm in the best shape I've ever been in at this time of the year. Physically and mentally, I'm ready to go."