It was the return of James Harden and it was a beautiful thing.
The Nets continued their hot play Wednesday, defeating the Spurs, 128-116. With the win, Brooklyn rises to 46-24 on the season and secures the season-sweep over San Antonio for only the third time in franchise history. With the win, the Nets moved a game and a half above the Bucks in the fight for the second seed.
Brooklyn entered the final two minutes of play with a commanding 122-108. After a 26-foot three from James Harden, Steve Nash decided to release the bench with 1:12 remaining and the Nets went on to secure the victory.