Video Discussion: Prokhorov going to Nets training camp could signal management and coaches are on the hot seat; Nets Media Day offers signals, too

This boss ain’t playing around!

Brooklyn Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov, took to Twitter to announce that he will be joining the Brooklyn Nets at training camp at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina.

Although the Brooklyn Nets have made it to the NBA Playoffs during the past three seasons in Brooklyn, the Nets haven't exactly had a winning record under Prokhorov.

The Brooklyn Nets win-loss record under Prokhorov stands at 177-217.  Additionally, the team has had four head coaches in Avery Johnson, P.J. Carlesimo, Jason Kidd and now Lionel Hollins. Only Hollins has lasted more than a season.

At the end of the 2014-15 season, the Nets also traded away its franchise player Deron Williams to the Dallas Mavericks.

Since sending Williams to Dallas, there appears to be some uncertainty with the team right now regarding the point guard position, which was evidenced today at Nets Media Day.

When I asked Hollins if Jarrett Jack would be the starting point guard at Nets Media Day today, he replied that the point guard position was up for grabs, it would be based on whoever earns the position.

Prokhorov going to Nets training camp could be making a tense situation even more tense. Many are speculating that the training camp visit seems to signal that several people may be on the hot seat, including Brooklyn Nets General Manager Billy King and head coach Lionel Hollins.

Could it also mean that Prokhorov might just want to better understand the various dynamics surrounding the team?

VIDEO Discussion: Former Nets player Darryl Dawkins passes on; he will also be remembered as a dunk legend

The Sports world lost an NBA legend. Former NBA player Darryl Dawkins aka Chocolate Thunder passed away at the age of 58. Dawkins was the first high school ballplayer to be drafted in the first round of the NBA Draft. Dawkins was picked 5th overall in the NBA Draft and played 14 seasons in the NBA including seven with the Philadelphia 76ers and five with the New Jersey Nets. Dawkins played with the Philadelphia 76ers from 1975-1982; the Nets from 1982-1987; the Utah Jazz in 1987; and the Detroit Pistons from 1987-1989.

After retiring from the NBA, Dawkins continued to play professional basketball for teams in Italy, the Harlem Globetrotters, CBA, and IBA.

Ironically, Dawkins received the name Chocolate Thunder from legendary musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, Stevie Wonder.

VIDEO Discussion: Brooklyn Nets Thaddeus Young says the Nets will be a running team

 On Sirius/XM NBA radio, Brooklyn Nets forward, Thaddeus Young stated that the team will look to increase the pace this season under head coach, Lionel Hollins.

VIDEO Discussion: Brooklyn Nets opens its 2015-16 with its only home game against the Chicago Bulls on October 28

The Brooklyn Nets will open its 2015-16 season at the Barclays Center on Wednesday, October 28, when they entertain the Chicago Bulls, with tipoff at 7:30 p.m. The home opener will be the Bulls' lone appearance in Brooklyn this season.

The Nets will welcome the defending NBA champion Golden State Warriors to Brooklyn on Sunday, December 6 at 6:00 p.m., which will tip off a six-game homestand, the longest of the campaign. The homestand also includes an afternoon contest on Saturday, December 12 versus the Los Angeles Clippers at 5:00 p.m.

In addition to the game against the Clippers, the Nets will host four other afternoon contests over the course of the upcoming season. The Nets will entertain the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday, December 20 at 1:00 p.m., the Washington Wizards on Saturday, December 26 at 4:00 p.m., the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, January 24 at 3:30 p.m. and the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday, April 3 at 1:00 p.m.

Brooklyn will host the Eastern Conference champion Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday, January 20 and Thursday, March 24, while the San Antonio Spurs visit the borough on Monday, January 11, with all three contests starting at 7:30 p.m.

updated: August 24, 2015

VIDEO Discussion: Brooklyn is in New York City, and in 2016, it should have the money for top NBA talent; would free agent Kevin Durant give Brooklyn a look?

With its off-season moves, the Brooklyn Nets are in a good financial position to add an impact free-agent next season. However, is Brooklyn a viable option or popular enough to lure top-level free agent talent?

VIDEO: Former Indiana Pacers guard, Donald Sloan, an undrafted NBA player, has best professional season in 2014-15

Brooklyn Nets General Manager Billy King announced the signing of guard Donald Sloan. During Sloan’s four seasons in the NBA, he has played for Atlanta, New Orleans, Cleveland and Indiana. Sloan’s best professional season was 2014-15 with Indiana, posting career-highs in games played (53), starts (21), points per game (7.4), rebounds per game (2.7) and assists per game (3.6).

An undrafted player, Sloan has also spent time in the D-league and has had brief stints in China and The Philippines.

VIDEO Discussion: All agree Devon Still ESPY speech most inspirational; Dez Bryant hits the jackpot; Brooklyn Nets making moves; NY Knicks look promising

In this episode of What's The 411Sports, the panel of hosts Glenn Gilliam and Gregory Alcala, and correspondents Naomi Grey and Jason Schott are discussing Caitlyn Jenner's and Devon Still's speeches at the Espy Award; Dez Bryant's contract with the Dallas Cowboys; updates on the Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, the New York Liberty; and the WNBA All-Star Game

VIDEO: Nets: Jefferson waived; Sign Bargnani; and Robinson underwent successful surgery; Knicks Summer League: topple Jahlil Okafor and 76ers; and Porzingis Adjusting 

On Monday, July 13, the Brooklyn Nets General Manager Billy King requested waivers on forward Cory Jefferson.

Then on Wednesday, July 15, Brooklyn Nets Forward and newcomer, Thomas Robinson, underwent successful arthroscopic surgery to remove torn cartilage from his right knee today at The Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan. The surgery was performed by Nets’ Medical Director Dr. Riley Williams III.

Robinson, who was injured on Tuesday while working out in New York City, will begin rehab immediately and will be ready for on-court activities before the start of Brooklyn Nets Training Camp.

Lastly, on Friday, July 17, the Brooklyn Nets General Manager Billy King Announced that the Nets have signed Forward/Center Andrea Bargnani.

“Andrea will give us the ability to space the floor and complement our other front court players,” said King. Per team policy, terms of the agreement were not released.

Meanwhile across the river, the New York Knicks battled to topple Jahlil Okafor and the 76ers, 84-81, to remain undefeated (3-0) in an overtime thriller in NBA Summer League action.

VIDEO: Glenn Gilliam talks about Deron Williams charitable event and his conversation with the Nets guard

Brooklyn Nets guard, Deron Williams, held his 5th annual dodge barrage charitable event to raise money for his Point of Hope Foundation that helps autistic children. Glenn Gilliam recounts Deron’s comments about the charitable event.

Deron Williams also stirred up some controversy over comments he made in the Resident magazine article about not feeling like a New Yorker.

Newly minted Brooklyn Nets head coach Lionel Hollins also attended Dodge Barrage.

Listen to Deron Williams in this podcast.

VIDEO: Brooklyn Nets trade the beleaguered point guard to Dallas Mavericks

The Brooklyn Nets requested waivers on guard Deron Williams, and now the deal to send Williams to the Dallas Mavericks is complete!

Earlier in the week, the Nets held a press conference to introduce re-signed free agents Brook Lopez and Thaddeus Young and newcomers Thomas Robinson and Shane Larkin.

Is it downhill for the Nets? Or, will this new team help the Brooklyn Nets move forward?