For now, even amid the success, the Nets continue to scour the possibilities of size. Among those drawing consideration are Clippers forward Chris Wilcox, Bobcats center Melvin Ely, Bucks center Dan Gadzuric and several other big men.

But even if it's just Kidd, Carter, Jefferson and the current mix of big men, the recent surge has coach Lawrence Frank in tune with his point guard.