The Nets knew they would likely go through this season experiencing life without Kevin Durant.
Now they are learning what life is like without Kyrie Irving, even if they hope it’s just a “short-term” absence.
The star point guard missed his second straight game Monday night because of a right shoulder impingement. As the Nets returned to their home court to face the Pacers after a 10-day, five-game road trip, they did so with Irving watching in street clothes.
Irving has been getting treatment from the Nets’ performance staff, but his shoulder had not improved enough to play Monday night.