This time Joe Johnson and the Nets were able to stave off a late run by the Denver Nuggets andenter the All-Star break with two straight wins, despite playing without star point guard Deron Williams.
And many, anticipating a career break at some point in the future, enter fields where their skills will not quickly become obsolete, such as law or human resources.
Still, the Jets may need Haley or someone with a similar background to help develop a formidable passing attack and work with quarterback Mark Sanchez, who will enter a make-or-break fourth season with the franchise.