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Knicks-Nets not a true rivalry just yet

Deron Williams of the Brooklyn Nets takes a

Photo credit: Jim McIsaac | Deron Williams of the Brooklyn Nets takes a shot against J.R. Smith of the New York Knicks. (Nov. 26, 2012)

Tyson Chandler probably put it best before the Knicks and Nets met in Brooklyn for the first time Monday night. Chandler said it's not a rivalry because there's no playoff history, they don't dislike each other and they haven't battled in meaningful games.

That could change, though.

Chandler said he feels "more animosity toward the Heat and the Celtics" right now, and rightfully so....

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