Why did the Nets accept the Kidd trade with Van Horn as a player if it was thought that he wont play?

Some analysts have noted that he was a "key" to the trade going through. The Nets don't appear to be upset that Van Horn could watch the rest of the season and make over 4 million dollars. How does this benefit the Nets if Van Horn doesn't intend on playing?

Why did the Nets accept the Kidd trade with Van Horn as a player if it was thought that he wont play?
They needed Keith Van Horn salary to complete the deal so that the money aspect will match.
Reply:just to match salary, they got devin harris!!!
Reply:He's been hanging out with Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens and following their conditioning routines and now he's ready for a major comeback
Reply:Everyone knows Van-Horn will never play but that was the only way this trade would work cuz of devin george and his greedy ways. I heard the NBA wants to banned teams from using players who have not played that season.
Reply:If Van Horn isn't in the deal, then the salaries wont match up and the deal wouldnt happen. plus the Nets dont pay him, the Mavs do.
Reply:A big part of the deal was the obligation to "eat" Van Horn's salary. It had nothing to do with his playing.
Reply:Yeah he does intend playing just 10-15 minutes a game.



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