Keith Van Horn's first hook shot slid sweetly off his fingers for the Nets' opening score of their preseason.

Kerry Kittles, returning after sitting out a year with knee surgery, drove defiantly through the lane for the Nets' second score. He stopped and calmly popped a 20-footer for his next basket. On the next play, Kittles extended his rangy arms, speared a steal and finished downcourt with a dunk.