NetsDaily Mar 22, 2023
What Are the Odds: Without Kevin Durant, Suns head to Los Angeles to take on the Lakers
Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports No Kevin Durant. No LeBron James. Still, this one is likely to see a ton of points scored. If you’re a Nets fan looking for a reason to be angry, tune into ESPN on Wednesday night for the doubleheader. First, you have Kyrie Irving and the Mavericks hosting the Golden State Warriors in a very tense playoff-seeding matchup. Then, at 10:00 p.m. est you have Kevin Durant and the Suns headed to Los Angeles where they’ll look to keep the Lakers on the outside looking in for the final spot out West. No, Durant won’t be suited up but you...
NetsDaily Mar 22, 2023
Jaylen Brown: Nets violated CBA in suspending Kyrie Irving
Photo by Maddie Meyer/ One of the biggest questions facing the Nets as they go forward is how much, if at all, the franchise’s issues with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving — which ultimately led to both being traded last month — will effect their plans to add superstars in the future. In particular, did the Nets suspension of Irving for posting a link to an anti-semitic video, leave a mark on the franchise’s reputation among the league’s best players? The suspension, which lasted eight games and was divisive for a number of reasons. The Nets said in a statement...
Nothin' But Nets Mar 21, 2023
Nets vs Cavs Prediction and Bet365 Promo: Bet $10, Get $365 GUARANTEED Tonight
Nets fans were dealt a pair of devastating blows when the team traded away Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant, but the players they received in return have actually contributed more than either star has since being dealt. Tonight, the new-look Nets will try to keep their playoff hopes on life support against the visiting Cleveland […] Nets vs Cavs Prediction and Bet365 Promo: Bet $10, Get $365 GUARANTEED Tonight - Nothin But Nets - Nothin But Nets - Brooklyn Nets News and Fan Community
NetsDaily Mar 11, 2023
ANALYSIS: Brooklyn Nets Salary Cap 101
Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via In his day job, ProfessorB is an award-winning social scientist. His writing has appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post, and other major media outlets. But he also dabbles in NetsWorld and this is the latest of his analysis. The Nets are in a state of flux following the sudden departures of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving at the trade deadline. The rest of this season will be devoted to assessing talent and beginning the arduous process of building a new identity. Fans are already speculating about what additional moves this...
NetsDaily Mar 11, 2023
Nets fans rejoice as Mikal Bridges surprises them ... and everyone else!
Photo by David Berding/ Kevin Durant is in rehab with an ankle injury, won’t be seen on the court for at least another two-to-three weeks. Kyrie Irving missed practice Friday and may miss Saturday’s game with “personal issues.” It’s uncertain. Meanwhile, back in the borough, Mikal Bridges is on fire and fast becoming the face of the Brooklyn Nets franchise. Since joining the Nets, he’s averaged 25.8 points with six 30 pieces that includes a 40 piece as well in 12 games. Shooting splits: 51/49/90. He’s one of only two players to put up those numbers in...
NetsDaily Mar 11, 2023
FILM STUDY: A Tale of Two Center Archetypes
Photo by David Berding/ Alec Sturm offers an instant film study of how the Nets attacked Rudy Gobert, adjusting their offense to negate his big weapons. After failing to find their footing in the immediate aftermath of the NBA Trade Deadline, the Brooklyn Nets have bounced back with a strong week of basketball to open the month of March. Brooklyn is learning how to navigate a world without superstars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, and embrace a new identity around high-level defense and offensive pillars in Mikal Bridges and Spencer Dinwiddie. A three-game win streak...
ClutchPoints Mar 8, 2023
Report: Why Nets GM Sean Marks is expected back despite Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving trades
Following a season in which the Brooklyn Nets’ Kevin Durant-Kyrie Irving experiment finally collapsed, general manager Sean Marks is expected to remain with the team next year, sources told the New York Post. The Durant-Irving era was marred by off-court drama and severely underwhelming on-court results. Brooklyn appeared destined to make a title run in […] The post Report: Why Nets GM Sean Marks is expected back despite Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving trades appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NetsDaily Mar 5, 2023
Nets confidently take down Hornets, 102-86
Photo by Sarah Stier/ It appears the Nets have found their bridge player ... (wait for it) in Mikal Bridges. The Brooklyn Nets took care of business against the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday, 102-86. After opening the new era of Nets basketball at 1-6 without Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, this was Brooklyn’s second-straight win—the first time Jacque Vaughn has coached two consecutive victories since the two superstars were in town. The win also gave the Nets a 2.5-game lead over the Miami Heat for the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference. “Give our guys credit. We...
Nets Blog | ESPN New York Mar 5, 2023
Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving's faceoff brings to mind other failed superteams
The Kevin Durant/Kyrie Irving/James Harden Nets were loaded with talent but never managed to win a ring. They're not the only star-studded squad with that distinction since the turn of the century.
ClutchPoints Mar 4, 2023
Luka Doncic, Jason Kidd privately pushed for Mavs to complete trade for Kyrie Irving
The Dallas Mavericks were the team most willing to take a chance on trading for polarizing point guard Kyrie Irving amid his drama with the Brooklyn Nets. However, while the Mavs simple need for star talent likely served as the foundation for their interest in acquiring Irving, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon credit Mavs […] The post Luka Doncic, Jason Kidd privately pushed for Mavs to complete trade for Kyrie Irving appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Kevin Durant: Suns-Mavs showdown 'another game' as he faces former Nets teammate Kyrie Irving
Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving face each other for first time since Brooklyn traded them to Dallas and Phoenix, respectively, before Feb. 9 deadline.
ClutchPoints Mar 4, 2023
Suns star Kevin Durant’s true feelings on facing Kyrie Irving, Mavs after trade
This is what everyone’s been waiting for. After the Brooklyn Nets were torn apart at the trade deadline, fans have been waiting to see the next game between Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. That will now be happening on Sunday, as Durant and the Phoenix Suns travel to Dallas to facing Irving and the Dallas […] The post Suns star Kevin Durant’s true feelings on facing Kyrie Irving, Mavs after trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NetsDaily Mar 3, 2023
EMERGENCY ESSAY: No, sports fans, they are not tanking
Photo by Elsa/ Nets social media is starting to sound like a conversation at an embalmers’ convention. It’s all about preparing the dead for burial. “They’re tanking! they’re tanking!” goes the chorus of battered Brooklyn fans following the trades of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving for four good, if lesser, players and enough draft capital — five unprotected first rounders plus a swap of firsts and four seconds — to choke an NBA scouting department. Sorry, they’re not. That’s not the plan anyway. Other than comments from team insiders both on the...
ClutchPoints Mar 3, 2023
Kyrie Irving, James Harden share emotional moment after Sixers-Mavs clash
When the Brooklyn Nets added James Harden to their Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving-led core in 2021, many expected that, barring any unforeseen turn of events, they would waltz all the way to an NBA championship. However, things did not work out according to plan. Fast forward to 2023, and Irving and Harden are now […] The post Kyrie Irving, James Harden share emotional moment after Sixers-Mavs clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Daily Knicks Mar 2, 2023
Knicks could end up with a lottery pick thanks to Kyrie Irving
On the Sunday before the trade deadline, the Mavericks traded for Kyrie Irving. It was a move that thrilled New York Knicks fans because it signaled the end of the ‘Nets dynasty’ that was unable to win a championship with Irving, Kevin Durant, and James Harden. Dallas has been trying to replace Jalen Brunson since […] Knicks could end up with a lottery pick thanks to Kyrie Irving - Daily Knicks - Daily Knicks - A New York Knicks Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
