One-year marriage for Kris Humphries and Nets

Kris Humphries has grabbed headlines all year long, but finally, today’s news is actually noteworthy. In a move that took longer than I thought, the Nets finally re-signed The Humph to a one-year deal worth approximately $7 million to $8 million. It’s a steal, considering Humphries is a legitimate double-double threat each time he takes the floor. I’m personally excited about the move because I’m heading to the Nets’ preseason game against the Knicks at the Garden on Wednesday night. Humphries is expected to dress and even play in the game, meaning that both teams will be close to full strength. That doesn’t necessarily mean both squads will play like they’re in midseason form, it just promises better basketball. This turns out to be a great deal for the Nets. The one-year contract ensures that the team will have space under the salary cap when the season ends, giving GM Billy King and the Nets’ brass wiggle room as they pursue the league’s top free agents during the summer of 2012....