David Levy, the longtime television …

David Levy, the longtime television executive, was rolled out by the Nets as an important addition to their revamped organization in September. But by November, the team announced a “mutual parting of ways.” So what happened? According to multiple sources, Levy had written into his contract that he’d have influence over basketball operations. But that didn’t sit well with members of the Nets’ staff, and the pushback meant Levy was essentially bought out.