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Nets overcome off shooting night, down Celtics 104-93 in Game 1

The Nets shot under 42 percent from the field and 24 percent from 3-point range, but still managed to overcome a poor shooting night to clinch a Game 1 victory.
Kevin Durant had 32, Kyrie Irving 29 and James Harden 22 to push the Nets to a 1+0 series advantage. Brooklyn got all it could handle defensively from Brad Stevens in the first half, but the talent just overwhelmed Boston. Game 2 is set for Tuesday night at 7:30pm.

Nets shoot 1-of-12 in first half from 3-point range, trail Celtics 53-47

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The Brooklyn Nets put on one of their worst shooting performances of the season going 1 of 12 from beyond the arc, but somehow only trail the Boston Celtics by six points at halftime. Steve Nash will need to make some offensive adjustments if he hopes the Nets can rebound and avoid a Game 1 upset.

Nets reveal starting lineup for Game 1 versus Celtics

The Brooklyn Nets announced the team's starting five and sharpshooter Joe Harris will start at forward, while Blake Griffin will start at center. The other three positions in the lineup are pretty self explanatory.

Take that Nets detractors, Game 1 at Barclays Center is officially sold out

The Nets have soldout Game 1 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, much to the chagrin of Knicks fans and Nets detractors. Brooklyn used offer code "HARDEN" to give vaccinated fans 50 percent off playoff tickets. With fan capacity expanded to 33 percent, Kyrie Irving, James Harden, Kevin Durant and company will look to capitalize on the home court advantage against the pesky Celtics.

Steve Nash needs to use this Nets starting five against Celtics

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Three fifths of the Nets starting lineup is already decided with Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant, and James Harden in Brooklyn, but who will Steve Nash send out to compliment them for the opening tip? The most likely candidates are Blake Griffin and Jeff Green, who would complete the ideal small ball lineup for the Nets. Boston doesn't have a prototypical center to dump the ball down to inside and the Nets can get away with starting Griffin at the five. The playoffs are all about adjustments, so expect Nash and Brad Stevens to try and mix and match different lineup combinations to try and take advantage of any mismatches on the court. Game 1 tip is set for 8pm on Saturday.

Celtics villain turned Nets savior, Kyrie Irving is all wrapped into one

Kyrie Irving is arguably the most polarizing player in the NBA. Often criticized for using his platform as a pulpit for his political, social and religious beliefs, Irving is a man that marches to the beat of his own drum. Whether you agree with him or not, the Nets point guard is not shy in expressing how he feels about just about every topic under the sun. Irving's opinionated nature is part of who he is. He's a passionate individual who won't conform to any standards that aren't his own. It's why his departure from Boston was such a messy divorce. Irving had big dreams of following in the footsteps of many Celtic greats and delivering another championship to the storied franchise.
Instead, things went sideways and he left the organization as one of the most disliked and perhaps misunderstood players in recent memory. Both Boston and Irving turned the page as he was the impetus for Kevin Durant joining him in Brooklyn, a franchise he used to follow in New Jersey as a child. Delivering a championship to the team he always admired and saw knock on the doorstep of with Jason Kidd has always struck a chord with Irving. Now, the Nets have their best ever chance at a ring with sportsbooks across the country listing them as the favorites too win the title. Irving has stayed true to himself throughout his journey, but after leaving big promises unfulfilled in Boston, the current Nets floor general has a chance to do something no player in franchise history has been able to do, win the Larry O'Brien trophy. He can be one team's ultimate villain and another team's savior all wrapped into one.

James Harden's career PPG versus Celtics among worst of any teams he's faced

James Harden insists that the upcoming playoff run with the Brooklyn Nets is not all about stats. While the wins will take precedent over any individual accomplishments, it's hard to ignore that Harden's career scoring average against the Celtics is among the worst of any teams he's faced.
Only the Clippers, Rockets, and Bulls held Harden below the 22.3 points per game threshold he posted in 23 regular season meetings with Boston. It's not to say that Brad Stevens has Harden's number, but it's worth noting that the scoring prowess that is typically on display from the Nets guard was somewhat held in check. Harden has taken on more of a facilitator role with Brooklyn with his assist numbers through the roof and scoring numbers taking a slight hit. Boston doesn't want Harden to beat them single-handedly, but as long as he's orchestrating the offense, keeping him in check alongside two other superstars will be a difficult task.
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