Home is where the heartbreak is
A season that started with much promise and hopeful expectations has quickly turned into a frustrating one for the Brooklyn Nets. Home stands and road trips have often started with a big run or a signature win, only to quickly fizzle out, creating one more setback, another missed chance.
The most recent and telling example of this occurred following the exhilarating and heart-thumping triumph over the Golden State Warriors, owners of the NBA’s best record, on March 2nd at the Barclay’s Center. Following a grueling eight game road trip, the victory over the explosive Warriors gave the Nets another strong opportunity to stake their claim on one of the final two-playoff spots in the hapless Eastern Conference.
One step forward and two steps back. Two nights later, the Nets failed to play team basketball, falling 115-91 to the Charlotte Hornets. Four more home losses followed and the goal of a playoff berth was marred. Despite a few positive developments and the late game heroics from Jarrett Jack, the health and steady production of Brook Lopez and the all-around good play of trade deadline pickup Thaddeus Young, the fate of the season was cast in Brooklyn.
Since opening the season 3-1 at the Barclay’s Center, the Nets have managed a disheartening 8-18 record at home. When the story of the 2014-15 season is written, the Brooklyn Nets will not have to look far to decipher their lament. This season home is where the heartbreak is.
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jonathan19 March 2015
nice article lets go nets