The Nets acquired the free-agent forward Rodney Rogers, the league's sixth man of the year in 2000.

But the Nets acquired the most accomplished point guard in the game.

Gill has not shot 45 percent from the field since the 1995-96 season, when the Nets acquired him from Charlotte.

House, a 6-foot-1 guard the Nets acquired through free agency in the off-season, may be one of the team's biggest additions from a relatively quiet summer.

Frank is likely to have a significant say in whom the Nets acquire.

In the off-season, the Nets acquired Jackson, who averaged 12 points and 5 rebounds last season with Philadelphia.

"I guess it is a reality," said Carter, who has averaged 27.1 points a game since the Nets acquired him.

The Nets acquired Collins in a draft-night trade with Houston, as the 18th overall selection.

Now that the Nets have acquired the 12th pick, the draft is crucial to their future.

Childs got his wish, playing for the first time since the Nets acquired him as a free agent this summer.