The Nets are working out extensions for coach Kenny Atkinson and his assistants.
They won’t be the only ones sticking around Brooklyn.
Brian Lewis of the New York Post:
The Nets were in such bad shape when Marks took over. They sought (and failed to achieve) short-term glory, and it was time to pay the price. The roster was old and broken down. Several first-round picks were traded away.
Slowly but surely, Marks has built a young core that includes D’Angelo Russell, Spencer Dinwiddie, Jarrett Allen and Caris LeVert. Brooklyn also finally owns its own first-round pick.
The “bad” news: That 2019 first-rounder won’t be that valuable. The Nets are ready to compete ahead of schedule and will probably make the playoffs.
That’s in part due to a culture of development Marks has instilled. Players like Joe Harris have blossomed in Brooklyn.
Suddenly, the Nets are a well-run organization with plenty of stability.
They’ll also have major cap space this summer. Maybe that will appeal to some free agents?
