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      Photo by Doug Bearak So far both Kevin Durant and Steph Curry are building strong cases to garner MVP consideration. KD: Steph: 30 PPG 32 PPG 7 RPG 7 RPG 5 APG 6 APG 6-9 record 6-9 record No help No help pic.twitter.com/zQzaX6V8NY — StatMuse (@statmuse) November 17, 2022 The Nets and Warriors have vastly underwhelmed so far this year despite their respective stars doing everything in their power to turn the tide. Brooklyn already parted ways with head coach Steve Nash, suspended Kyrie Irving for promoting a film with anti-semitic tropes, while enduring a summer that include a Durant trade the was ultimately rescinded.  Throw in offseason back surgery to Ben Simmons and ankle surgeries to sharpshooters Joe Harris and Seth Curry and the Nets have dealt with a world of obstacles. The defending champs, on the other hand, celebrated a triumphant six game series win over the Celtics, but are showing major signs of a championship hangover.  The core...

For the first time since tweeting an apology for promoting an anti-semitic film, Kyrie Irving's latest tweet is letting fans know that he'll likely be back on the court sooner than later. 🤞🏾♾ — Hélà (@KyrieIrving) November 9, 2022 Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai set forth six steps that Irving needed to take to be reinstated with the club. Sources: Nets have delivered Kyrie Irving six items he must complete to return to team: - Apologize/condemn movie - $500K donation to anti-hate causes - Sensitivity training - Antisemitic training - Meet with ADL, Jewish leaders - Meet with Joe Tsai to demonstrate understanding — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) November 6, 2022 Assuming Irving satisfied those requirements, he will be eligible to play after serving his five game suspension. While the tweet doesn't provide complete clarity, it is the clearest indication to date that there is a path forward for Irving with the Nets.

  Doug Bearak The Brooklyn Nets are making it impossible for even their own fan base to tolerate their complete chaos. Steve Nash and the club mutually agreed to part ways on Tuesday, while former assistant Ime Udoka has been reportedly finalizing a deal with the team. This comes on the heels of the bombshell report two months ago from the Celtics that Udoka had an consensual relationship with a female employee in Boston. Not many details have emerged from the report, but many believe it's a lot messier and uglier than it looks. Before the Nets could complete damage control with Kyrie Irving, who took to Twitter and Instagram to promote a film based on a book with anti-semitic tropes, a coaching change was made. Attention #Nets fans the preseason opener is upon us! Catch up on 55 years of the franchise's journey from Teaneck to Brooklyn! Message us for a signed author copy! #nba #NetsWorld #netslevel pic.twitter.com/qNtHG1ZgGf — Nets Insider (@NetsHistory) October 3, 2022 ...

 Ben Simmons started off Wednesday night in Milwaukee with an aggressive mindset, but things tapered off in the second half as Giannis Antetokounmpo took matters into his own hands. The Bucks handled the Nets 110-99 behind the Greek Freak's 43 points. Simmons' lack of offensive aggressiveness and defensive presence was abundantly clear in the contest In speaking with reporters post game, Simmons revealed a possible reason for why he lost a bit of a physical and mental edge. Ben Simmons said he tweaked his back and wasn't as aggressive afterward. Said we'll see how he feels tomorrow but plans to play tomorrow. — Alex Schiffer (@Alex__Schiffer) October 27, 2022  The former Sixer is in his first games back in nearly two years after offseason back surgery. The Nets host the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night.  The injury appear to take place in the second quarter as Simmons landed awkwardly, but he stayed in the game and played through the setback.  It's unclear if ...

 So far, Ben Simmons looks like a player who hasn't played regular season basketball for over a year. List of starters with more than 100 minutes played but totalled fewer than 25 points and 25 rebounds: 1. Ben Simmons End of list. pic.twitter.com/a66ougJ9R6 — StatMuse (@statmuse) October 27, 2022   The Nets point guard wasn't acquired for his scoring prowess, but his offensive numbers are downright ugly. Brooklyn was hoping that Simmons' defense, rebounding and playmaking would be a major asset, but on Wednesday night, Giannis Antetokounmpo played bully ball to the tune of 43 points and 14 rebounds as the Nets lost by 11 in Milwaukee. Head coach Steve Nash was ejected in the third quarter after arguing a defensive foul call on Patty Mills. Simmons' rust and the Nets lack of overall offensive and defensive continuity have them sitting at the bottom of the Eastern conference at 1-3 to start the year.

  Standing at a record of 1-2,  not all hope is lost for the Brooklyn Nets, but the clock is ticking. Steve Nash's job security has long been in question, especially after Kevin Durant went directly to owner Joe Tsai to issue an ultimatum: fire Nash and Sean Marks or trade me. After the dust settled, neither outcome transpired with Durant returning to the fold with the current regime, yet the Nets are doing more losing than winning in the early season. The reality is this Nets team is held together by a thread. That common thread is trying to win a championship and three games in is not exactly a barometer of where this team will be come June.  But if things don't start trending in the right direction and quickly look for Steve Nash to continue to be on the hot seat. Brooklyn faces as toughest test yet on Wednesday night as it takes on the Milwaukee Bucks.

  Three games into the season the Brooklyn Nets sit at 1-2 with a lot left to be desired by their fan base. Fun fact: The Lakers have the worst offensive rating this season. The Nets have the worst defensive rating this season. pic.twitter.com/v4OjKontby — StatMuse (@statmuse) October 25, 2022 The Nets allowed 130 points in a lopsided opening night home loss to New Orleans only to bounce back with a strong 109-105 win over Toronto last Friday night. Brooklyn's defensive deficiencies reared its ugly head again on Monday in Memphis as the Grizzles poured in 134 enroute to a 10-point win. First year point guard Ben Simmons has fouled out in both the team's losses, while the offense has looked discombobulated with a rusty Simmons trying to find his niche. Perhaps the most surprising aspect of the Nets season has been the lack of defensive connectivity as opponents are scoring at will. The Nets face perhaps their stiffest challenge yet as they tangle with the Milwaukee Buc...