The series is down to its final two games and the Milwaukee Bucks are one of the underdogs in the playoffs. The Nets lost Game 6 in Milwaukee to force a winner-take-all Game 7 on Monday night. But despite their poor play, the Nets remain a top seed. And they are down a key player in James Harden, who has said he’s still hurting and isn’t at full strength.
The Nets are in a very precarious position, as they’ve only won two games all season. Kyrie Irving is questionable for Game 4 and James Harden has been out with an injury. Even without James Harden, the Bucks are clearly in the driver’s seat. The series is not over, but it seems that the Bucks’ lead has been slipping, and it’s time for the Nets to take the lead.
With Giannis Antetokounmpo, they’ve got to be ready to challenge their star. But Giannis Antetokounmpa and Jimmy Butler have been quiet, and the Nets have to be ready for that. But they won’t get the support they need. And without Griffin, Harris, and Holiday, they’ll be vulnerable. They’ll need to be focused and be able to make a statement.
The Bucks’ struggles on the road have been a problem this postseason. Their road record is 16-24-1 (40%) and 22-19 (SU) in the playoffs. But they have a 31-10 home record. If the Bucks come out aggressive and score more points on the break, they’ll be a difficult team to beat. If they’re not prepared to keep up, they’ll surely fall behind.
With James Harden and Brook Lopez on the bench, the Bucks’ best chance of winning Game 4 is to take advantage of their weaknesses in Game 3. After a stalemate in Game 3, they’ll be a tougher opponent in the next round. That’s why they’ll need a heroic performance from Durant. While the Nets’ defense may not have the same amount of confidence as Harden and Irving, the nets’ offense is still capable of scoring points, and they have a lot of other weapons to help them win.
While the series’ first three games have been pretty predictable, the Bucks are relying on their veteran core to advance to the finals. They’ve already taken the first two games in Houston, but they’ve only had two starters play on the same night. But in the first two games in New York, the Nets didn’t play James Harden and were left with only the same lineup.
The Nets’ chances of taking the championship this year remain in jeopardy. The Bucks’ core trio of Isaiah Thomas, Corey Magga, and Carmelo Anthony all played well in those games. If the Bucks are able to eliminate these three players, they’ll move on to the next stage. However, the absence of the other two players could change the NBA title galaxy.
The Nets are confident that they’ll advance despite their shaky start. Their starting lineup hasn’t been the best of late. But they’ve been playing well, and the Bucks’ star James Harden is still a good bet to play in the finals. But without him, the Nets’ chances of moving forward are slim. If they fail to win Game 4, they’ll be eliminated in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
The absence of Kyrie Irving and Harden could alter the outcome of the series. The Bucks’ other key players, such as Griffin and Harris, are struggling to stay healthy, and they’re likely to miss crucial games this week. But even if they do, the Nets’ chances will remain high. And the absence of James Harden and Irving will only increase the odds of losing Game 4 in the NBA finals.
Although the Nets are a bit nervous, they know that the Bucks have no easy game. They have been a little nervous going into the series, but they have managed to remain calm. Their focus and preparation should be the key factors in Game 4. The next two games will determine the league champion and which team will win the championship. So, while the rest of the NBA may be a little bit shaky, the Brooklyn Nets are a good sign for the future of the NBA.