Marko Jaric’s run at a return to the NBA has come to an end. Shortly after the Brooklyn Nets’ preseason victory over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday, general manager Billy King announced that the team would waive the 35-year-old guard. While the stay was brief, Jaric still appreciated the opportunity and handled the news with class: @markojaric: Thanks to the Brooklyn Nets organization for everything but I am just to much out of shape. Good luck!!! — Marko Jaric (@markojaric) October 16, 2013 Jaric
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We all realize at this point that the Los Angeles Lakers have assembled a team to do some special things this season. There is an incredible amount of talent on the team from Steve Nash’s play-making abilities, Dwight Howard’s defensive presence, Kobe Bryant’s scoring prowess to Metta World Peace’s renewed focus. Then there is Pau Gasol, whose ability to be an all-around player for the team could be the x-factor to help carry the Lakers over the top. See why