The New York Times – Sports:
The Nets are again one of the Eastern Conference’s best teams, with Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant leading All-Star voting. So why is there so little joy in watching them?
Category: Simmons, Benjamin (1996- )
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Nets Cut the Drama and Rekindle Championship Hopes
The New York Times – Sports:
Kevin Durant’s trade request, a coaching change and Kyrie Irving’s suspension made the Nets look destined for another season of disappointment. Now, they’re the hottest team in the Eastern Conference.
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The Nets’ Problems Are Bigger Than Steve Nash
The New York Times – Sports:
The Nets dumped their coach, but the team has never lived up to expectations. And there’s no clear path forward now.
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Nets Fire Coach Steve Nash
The New York Times – Sports:
The Nets have struggled to a 2-5 start, and their star guard Kyrie Irving is under fire for promoting an antisemitic documentary.
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Ben Simmons Finally Plays, but the Nets Lose
The New York Times – Sports:
A rusty Ben Simmons isn’t the difference-maker in his first appearance for Brooklyn.
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What to Know About the New NBA Season
The New York Times – Sports:
Much of the conversation around the league the past few months hasn’t been about basketball.
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Ben Simmons Returns to the Court for the Nets
The New York Times – Sports:
Coach Steve Nash said he saw “glimpses of the potential” in a 6-point, 19-minute effort.
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Joel Embiid Is Carving a Path Into the Heart of Philadelphia
The New York Times – Sports:
Embiid came into his own this season, positioning the Sixers for a run at a championship. Yet another injury may derail that goal, but he has earned respect.