Nets coach Kenny Atkinson on what he expects from PG Jeremy Lin in an increased role: "Leadership. He came off the bench in Charlotte last year and did a heckuva job. But this is a little different deal. Now, you are kind of the quarterback, the Eli Manning. ... I love the Steve Clifford quote from the other day (about missing his defense). I think he can be a darn good defender with his athleticism, his competitiveness. I think he feels a little slighted that he is not considered a better defender, so we need to hold him accountable there. ... It is a heckuva challenge for him. I think he is prepared for it and I think it is the right time in his career for it."