Brook Lopez

Head coach P.J. Carlesimo speaks with his players during a timeout. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: Nets Hit Road For Season-Defining Trip

17 days. Eight games. All on the road. Monday night starts the defining portion of the Nets’ schedule.

2013/03/18

Brook Lopez (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images), Andray Blatche (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: Hey, Nets — Let’s See More Of Lopez-Blatche Duo

The Nets have four days off before facing the Hawks, which should give Carlesimo and his staff the time they need to work out the specifics.

2013/03/13

The Nets’ Brook Lopez, second from right, defends against New Orleans’ Robin Lopez during the teams’ meeting on March 12, 2013 at the Barclays Center. (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Brook Wins The Battle Of The Brothers; Nets Handle Hornets

Having Brook Lopez and Andray Blatche on the floor at the same time worked in a big way for the Nets. Brooklyn’s big men combined for 44 points in a 108-98 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Tuesday night.

2013/03/12

Spencer Hawes of the Philadelphia 76ers drives against Brook Lopez (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: Nets’ Lack Of Defensive Effort In Philly Most Foul

I would think that my queasiness was more likely related to undercooked meat, but, then again, the Nets did emit a malodorous stench with their play in Philly.

2013/03/12

The Nets’ Andray Blatche and Mirza Teletovic, right, reach for a rebound against the 76ers’ Lavoy Allen at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on March 11, 2013. (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Sixers Seize Control In Second Quarter, Nets Never Recover

Spencer Hawes had 24 points and 10 rebounds, Jrue Holiday added 15 points and 11 assists and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Brooklyn Nets 106-97 on Monday night.

2013/03/11

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Nets Win Third Straight, Top The Hawks In Atlanta 93-80

Brook Lopez and Andray Blatche each scored 18 points, Deron Williams added 17 and the Brooklyn Nets won their third straight game with a 93-80 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday night.

2013/03/09

The Nets’ Deron Williams shoots a driving layup against Washington’s Trevor Ariza on March 8, 2013 at the Barclays Center. (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Williams’ Record First Half Leads To Nets’ Easy Win Over Wizards

Deron Williams already had five 3-pointers in less than five minutes when he pulled up in transition well behind the line, just to see how hot he really was.

2013/03/08

The Nets’ Deron Williams, right, takes the ball away from the Bobcats’ Bismack Biyombo, middle, at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C. on March 6, 2013. Also pictured is Brooklyn’s Brook Lopez. (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

Nets Turn Tables On Bobcats With Unexpected Third-Quarter Run

The third quarter has been the Brooklyn Nets’ Achilles heel of late. However, on Wednesday night it proved to be their saving grace.

2013/03/06

P.J. Carlesimo (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: It’s Time For P.J. Carlesimo To Pare The Cast

For the Nets, it’s back to the drawing board. It’s not the first time during this rollercoaster campaign that they’ve had to take a harder look at their inner workings in a search for consistent basketball.

2013/03/06

The Nets’ Deron Williams, right, drives against Dallas’ Jae Crowder during the teams’ meeting on March 1, 2013, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Vinsanity Comes Back To Haunt Nets; Carter Powers Mavs To Victory

Dirk Nowitzki and former Nets guard Vince Carter each scored 20 points, and the Dallas Mavericks avoided another late collapse by holding off Brooklyn 98-90 on Friday night.

2013/03/01

Deron Williams (Photo by Layne Murdoch Jr./NBAE via Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: Minus Johnson, Nets Finally Execute Two-Minute Offense

Johnson’s legend may be growing with every buzzer-beating dagger, but who knows if his heel becomes a recurring issue? That’s why it was crucial for other Nets to step up on Tuesday night and take the reins during closing time.

2013/02/27

The Nets’ Andray Blatche goes strong to the hoop against the Hornets in New Orleans on Feb. 26, 2013. (Photo by Layne Murdoch Jr./NBAE via Getty Images)

Williams Big Early, Timely Late, Carries Nets To Win In New Orleans

Deron Williams snapped out of a lackluster second half in time to save the Brooklyn Nets from a painful collapse.

2013/02/26

Brook Lopez (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

P.J. Carlesimo Admits That Brook Lopez Is Lacking Confidence

Carlesimo admitted that the 24-year-old is struggling with his confidence. “Without question,” Carlesimo said when asked if he thinks there is something wrong with his center’s current mindset.

2013/02/25