Karasev signed a contract Friday with B.C. Zenit Saint Petersburg of the Russian VTB United League, international basketball writer David Pick reports.

Karasev's father, Vasily, recently said in an interview with Russian media that Sergey won't play for the Nets next season, Sportando reports. "Sergey is fine; he's already working for the next season," Vasily said. "It's too early to say where he'll play next season. We will consider all the options, both from NBA and Europe. One thing is for sure, Sergey won't play for the Nets next season."

Karasev (personal) will not play in Wednesday's season finale, Mike Mazzeo of ESPN.com reports.

Karasev will sit out Monday's game against the Wizards for personal reasons, Mike Mazzeo of ESPN reports.

Karasev scored 17 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT) while adding seven rebounds, four assists and two steals in 26 minutes during Saturday's win over the Pacers.

Karasev will join the starting lineup at shooting guard in Thursday's game against the Cavaliers, Mike Mazzeo of ESPN.com reports.

Karasev will move back to the bench for Saturday's game against the Pistons, Mike Mazzeo of ESPN reports.

Karasev is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Bulls, K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Karasev contributed one rebound, one assist, and one steal in five minutes during the Nets' 131-114 victory over the 76ers on Tuesday.

Karasev missed his lone shot attempt (0-1 3Pt) while dishing one assist in 12 minutes during the Nets' 109-90 loss to the Grizzlies on Wednesday.