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The Nets still think they can salvage a ring from the chaos

No one could have envisioned the Nets entering the NBA All-Star break as the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference. Yet here they are, a championship contender fighting for its playoff livelihood in a suddenly stacked conference with at least four other teams (Bucks, Bulls, Heat, Sixers and maybe the…

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NBA commissioner Adam Silver shows compassion for Ben Simmons and his mental health status

CLEVELAND — Ben Simmons got his wish when the 76ers traded him to the Brooklyn Nets on Feb. 10. Yet his decision not to play for the Sixers until he was moved despite being in the second year of a $177 million contract extension remains a hot topic.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Ira Winderman: Heat atop East and, still, no respect from wise guys, analytics, within NBA

In a season the Miami Heat have battled attrition, absence and ailment to climb to the top of the standings at the All-Star break, an inconvenient truth appears to have entered the equation:

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Nets run out of gas in loss to Wizards

NEW YORK — The Nets had a spark. There was Monday, when Seth Curry propelled them to a win against the Kings, snapping an 11-game losing streak. And of course, there was Wednesday’s game against the Knicks – a stunning, spirited comeback, where they erased a 28-point deficit behind Cam…

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Andre Drummond will be the Nets’ featured center, when he’s ready to handle the minutes

NEW YORK — Expect to see a lot of Andre Drummond on the court this season – provided he’s in good enough shape to play the minutes Nets coach Steve Nash wants to give him.

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Steve Nash’s halftime speech motivated Nets’ comeback at Madison Square Garden: ‘I challenged them ... it’s a test of our character’

NEW YORK —A halftime speech from Steve Nash fueled the 28-point, second-half rally that led to the Nets’ unlikely come-from-behind victory against the Knicks on Wednesday. That speech, according to sharpshooter Seth Curry, may have established the Nets’ new identity as they approach the second half of a season marred…

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Kevin Durant Trolls Knicks Fans After 28-Point Comeback at MSG

He threw shade at Knicks fans on Twitter after the Nets completed a 28-point comeback.

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The Final Reveal of Michael Jordan

Twenty years ago, MJ returned to the NBA hardwood as a Wizard, providing an essential glimpse into his unique greatness.

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Kevin Durant trolled Knicks fans so hard after New York blew 28-point lead to Nets

Ouch.

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Rookie Cam Thomas sparks Nets’ 28-point comeback over Knicks

NEW YORK — Cam Thomas led the Nets to a 28-point come-from-behind victory against the Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.

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Nets taking cautious route with injured Kevin Durant

NEW YORK — Pump the brakes on the Nets rushing Kevin Durant back to the floor.

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‘Small chance’ Kevin Durant returns in first game after All-Star break

Brian Lewis: Steve Nash said there's a "small chance" Kevin Durant could play in the first game vs the #Celtics coming out of the break, but it's more likely he takes a little more time. #Nets #NBA Source: Twitter @NYPost_Lewis What's the buzz on ...

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Brooklyn Nets vs. New York Knicks, live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch the NBA

The Brooklyn Nets will face the New York Knicks in NBA action on Wednesday night from Madison Square Garden.

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NYC mayor weighs letting unvaxxed Kyrie Irving play in Brooklyn: ‘I think the rule is unfair’

NEW YORK — In an extraordinary sign that Kyrie Irving may be fully available for the Nets later this year, two major figures, including the one with ultimate power, questioned New York City’s vaccine requirement for hometown pro athletes on Wednesday.

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Patty Mills sees hunger inside Ben Simmons, thinks he can improve

Nick Friedell: Patty Mills says he can see a 'hunger' inside Ben Simmons as he gets closer to playing again. Mills is confident Simmons can get even better and he believes the Nets can still win the title this year once they get all their pieces in ...

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The Nets’ title odds finally take a hit from their losing streak, no longer NBA favorites

An 11-game losing streak will do that.

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Ben Simmons believes in his fresh start in Brooklyn: ‘Gonna be scary’

NEW YORK — Cue the Scary Hours, Part 2.

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James Harden Says 76ers Were His First Choice for Trade While With Rockets

Harden spoke Tuesday at his first press conference since being traded from the Nets.

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Bucks adding DeAndre Bembry

Adrian Wojnarowski: The Milwaukee Bucks are closing in on signing free agent G/F DeAndre Bembry for the rest of the season, sources tell ESPN. The Nets waived Bembry to create roster space for the blockbuster trade with Sixers. Source: Twitter ...

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Ben Simmons Details What Went Wrong With 76ers in First Public Comments Since Last June

A lot had unfolded since the last time he spoke with reporters.

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A reported secret beef between James Harden and Kevin Durant may have led to the Nets trading for Ben Simmons

It looks like things were such a big mess in Brooklyn.

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Nets’ Bruce Brown: After trade deadline, everybody likes everybody

Brown, who had 19 points, 6 rebounds and d6 assists and played solid defense, was given the game ball after the win and noted that there is a much happier "vibe" in the locker room over the past few days. "The locker room, it's just a great vibe in ...

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Seth Curry, Andre Drummond key Nets to blowout win, snapping 11-game losing streak

All it took for the Nets to snap their embarrassing 11-game losing streak was a game against another team that barely knows each other.

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The Nets are trying to stay positive despite mounting losses and a derailed season

There is no team in American sports right now with worse vibes than the Nets.

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James Harden won’t participate in All-Star Game

Kyle Neubeck: James Harden is out through All-Star break (rehabilitation, left hamstring). In the interim, he will continue his treatment and on-court training. Harden will not participate in Sunday's NBA All-Star Game and an update on his playing ...

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