02Logo WFAN 1010WINS WCBS tiny WLNYLogo

P.J. Carlesimo

Doc Rivers and Rajon Rondo of the Celtics. (credit: Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Report: Celtics Expect Doc Rivers To Return, Deny Nets Chance To Speak With Coveted Head Coach

The Celtics have denied the Nets the opportunity to speak with coveted head coach Doc Rivers.

2013/05/24

Former interim Nets coach P.J. Carlesimo. 2013 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: Carlesimo’s Attempt To Alter Conversation Doesn’t Alter Nets’ Universe

Who said anything about a championship? Even the most optimistic fan knows that the Nets are miles away from “glory road.”

2013/05/24

P.J. Carlesimo (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

P.J. Carlesimo Says Nets’ 2-Year Plan ‘Not Totally Realistic’

Carlesimo thinks Brooklyn has a team capable of winning 50 games, but not one that he would consider a favorite for the title.

2013/05/24

Larry Brown (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images), Jerry Sloan (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) and Doc Rivers (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: Nets’ Coaching Search Reeks Of Unintentional Comedy

The Nets may have made great strides in 2012-13, but a bad choice and some bad luck could easily make them laughingstocks once again.

2013/05/09

(Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

George Karl Named NBA Coach Of The Year; Knicks’ Woodson Finishes 3rd

Karl is the NBA’s Coach of the Year after leading the Denver Nuggets to a team-record 57 wins this season.

2013/05/08

Phil Jackson (credit: Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Reports: Coaching Legend Phil Jackson Not Interested In Nets Job

It appears that Phil Jackson coming to Brooklyn is a moot point, as multiple reports indicated on Wednesday that Jackson has in fact informed the Nets that he will not be the club’s next head coach.

2013/05/08

Phil Jackson (credit: Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Report: Nets Reach Out To Phil Jackson About Coaching Vacancy

“I’m not going to say if we have or not,” Brooklyn general manager Billy King told WFAN on Tuesday. “Basically, I want to talk to Phil, see what he’s going to do, what he wants to do, and talk some basketball.”

2013/05/07

P.J. Carlesimo (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)

Former Nets Head Coach P.J. Carlesimo On Firing: ‘I’m Tremendously Disappointed’

“It’s the way it is,” Carlesimo told Mike Francesa. “I’m disappointed. I’m not a little disappointed, I’m tremendously disappointed, just because I feel strongly about what a great situation this was.”

2013/05/06

P.J. Carlesimo (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images), Billy King (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: Carlesimo Had To Go, But Why Does King Still Reign?

If job security was contingent on overall performance this season, how in the world did Billy King finagle his way to a contract extension while the Nets were still in the playoffs?

2013/05/06

P.J. Carlesimo (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

King Confirms P.J. Carlesimo Will Not Return As Nets Coach In 2013-14

Brooklyn Nets general manager Billy King says P.J. Carlesimo will not return as coach in 2013-14.

2013/05/05

Joe Johnson drives against the Chicago Bulls. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

First Season In Brooklyn Is One To Forget For Nets Guard Joe Johnson

Joe Johnson slumped in Game 7, only scoring six points as the Nets were eliminated.

2013/05/05

P.J. Carlesimo, Deron Williams of the Brooklyn Nets. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: Outcoached And Outworked, Nets Deserved To Lose Game 7

After all the money, all the hype, and all the expectations that came with owning home-court advantage in an NBA playoff series, Brooklyn’s inaugural season ended with a dud.

2013/05/05

Kris Humphries battles with Carlos Boozer. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Nets Ready For ‘Biggest Game In Brooklyn’ Game 7

The Nets are counting on a true home-court advantage against the banged-up Bulls on Saturday night.

2013/05/04

Joakim Noah of the Chicago Bulls grabs Andray Blatche of the Brooklyn Nets as Nate Robinson hits the floor in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Lichtenstein: Blatche, Nets Give Bulls Bad Medicine, Force Game 7

Now both Brooklyn and Chicago face do-or-die scenarios, and you would think that the Nets should have the momentum.

2013/05/03

Deron Williams (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Nets Looking To Buck Trend, Win In Chicago For 1st Time To Force Game 7

The most pressing matter for Brooklyn is trying to find a way to win in Chicago, something it hasn’t done this season. The Nets dropped both regular-season matchups there and lost Games 3 and 4.

2013/05/01

more

Listen Live!

Follow CBS New York

Like us on foursquare

New York City Guides

Tornado Help
Tornado Relief
How to help the residents of Moore, Okla., after the deadly top-of-the-scale EF-5 twister.
 New York City Guides
Food & Drink
The latest on New York City’s diverse dining scene: Restaurant openings, the best meals, and fun takes on food.
 New York City Guides
Nightlife & Bars
From events to the latest cocktail creations, all you need to navigate the extensive NYC nightlife scene.
 New York City Guides
Family & Pets
Plan a weekend getaway with the kids, share tips with fellow parents or find a groomer that suits your pooch.