Mikhail Prokhorov, a Russian billionaire, is the owner of the Brooklyn Nets. He recently met up with "CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, before the Nets home opener to discuss his hopes for his NBA team, Jason Kidd as the new coach, and his run against Vladimir Putin for Russian president in 2012. watch
The NBA officially has its first openly gay player! Former free agent Jason Collins signed a 10-day contract on Sunday with the Brooklyn Nets and took to the court later that day. Jason tweeted to fans after the game saying, "What a day! Great win tonight @BrooklynNets over my hometown @Lakers. Thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout this journey." The 35-year-old came out last year in an essay in Sports Illustrated saying, "I didn't set out to be the first openly gay athlete playing in a major American team sport, but since I am, I'm happy to start the conversation." Congrats on getting back into the game! watch
Kris Humphries talks with FOX Sports Florida after the Nets' 98-86 win over the Magic. (11/30/12) watch