Sunday was a tough day for the Nets, who lost their best player for the next 4-to-6 weeks due to an MCL sprain. Now the Nets will have to make it without Kevin Durant. They have an afternoon matinee against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday and will try to extend their league-best road record.
Here are the stories that Nets fans should be reading to start their day:
Nets News
- The biggest story around the NBA was the injury to Kevin Durant over the weekend. The superstar will miss the next 4-to-6 weeks with a sprained MCL. That means it falls on James Harden to step up while Durant is out. (The Brooklyn Game)
- Brooklyn now faces a few tough questions with Durant out. Where will the scoring come from, Can Harden fill the gap and how does this impact the Nets’ lineup? (The Brooklyn Game)
- Part of the answer to one of those questions will the be the continued success of the Nets rookies. They had a big game on Saturday and should play a role in keeping things going now. (The Brooklyn Game)
- Speaking of Nets rookies, Kessler Edwards has been excelling in his role as a 3-and-D wing. (NY Post)
- Nets forward Bruce Brown has apparently been getting some flack for his collision with Durant that led to the injury. (Deadspin)
NBA News
- The Injury to KD will have an impact on more than just the Nets. (Sporting News)
- There is plenty of interest in Myles Turner and Chris LeVert. The latest on what Indiana is asking for in a trade for either player. (HoopsHype)
- The latest NBA power rankings are out and there was a lot of movement when it came to top 5 teams right now in the league. (ESPN)
- A year after the National Basketball Social Justice Coalition was formed, the group remains despite some disappointments. (Sports Illustrated)
- The Golden State warriors are dealing some concerning news about Draymond Green. He missed their recent road trip due to a calf injury, which the left calf soreness/tightness has been tied to the involvement of a disc in his lower back. (The Athletic)
