In a weird way, people will look past the Brooklyn Nets as a viable contender in the Eastern Conference next season. Although they added Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, until the former MVP returns to the court, most expect Brooklyn to finish as an “also-ran” in the East.
But overlook Irving at your own risk. He’s one of the best shotmakers on the planet and a two-time All-NBA player. He made the second team last season despite the fact that his tenure with the Boston Celtics ended in dubious fashion.
That being said, expecting Irving to fail in year one with Brooklyn would be folly.