It is one wildly unexpected and unlucky turnaround for the Nets under the brightest lights and on the biggest stage.
Brooklyn has ruled out both James Harden (right hamstring tightness) and Kyrie Irving (right ankle sprain) for Game 5 on Tuesday. While the losses of both superstars come with a heavy sting and a drain of optimism, Steve Nash said there should be “some comfort and belief” with the team's history of playing without their top weapons.
“It’s tough to lose great players but we lost guys all season. If there is any silver lining, you need to win games regardless of who's been available.