The Brooklyn Nets are the best team in the league, and there is no doubt about it anymore. This does not mean they are a lock to win the title, but if you’re crafting power ratings then this team should be at the top of those ratings. Last night, the Nets showed their depth off with a 121-109 win over the Celtics. Brooklyn averaged 1.26 points per possession and Kyrie Irving dropped 40 points on 15-of-23 shooting, but the contributions of Joe Harris, Landry Shamet and Jeff Green made all the difference.
That trio combined for 41 points on 13-of-30 shooting while going 11-of-24 from deep. They made up for a quiet night from James Harden, and with their contributions Brooklyn is now 11-1 SU and ATS in their last 12 games. Remember, Kevin Durant is still at least a week away from returning from his hamstring injury. When he is back on the floor the Nets become the deepest…
