In his mailbag this week, Chris Mannix talks about a number of things, but his lead item is why did Brook Lopez decide to stay in Brooklyn, knowing the team would be rebuilding.
First and foremost, Brook Lopez loves New York, a city he first visited at the time of the 2008 NBA Draft.
"There is an in-your-face attitude out here," said the California native. "But I like it. I like everything about New York City. I love how diverse it is. I love how everything you need is right here. It’s just a great place.