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Apr 17, 2022; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) looks to pass against Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) in the first quarter during game one of the first round for the 2022 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Jayson Tatum vs. Kevin Durant: A first-round matchup for the ages

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Jayson Tatum must seize the moment against the Brooklyn Nets

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 10: Ben Simmons #10 of the Brooklyn Nets warms up before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on March 10, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Brooklyn Nets should keep Ben Simmons out for NBA Playoffs

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 31: Kevin Durant #7 and Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets talk during their game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Barclays Center on March 31, 2022 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

The Brooklyn Nets can become the lowest seed to ever win a title

ATLANTA, GA - APRIL 02: Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts during the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on April 2, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

The 10th-seeded Brooklyn Nets are in some serious trouble

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 12: Kevin Durant #7 and James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets talk during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on November 12, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

NBA Rumors: James Harden told Kevin Durant he’d re-sign with Nets

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - MARCH 15: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets speaks with the media after scoring a career high and franchise record 60 points in beating the Orlando Magic by score of 150 to 108 at Amway Center on March 15, 2022 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)

Kyrie Irving says he will re-sign with Brooklyn Nets this offseason

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 16: Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on against the Dallas Mavericks during their game at Barclays Center on March 16, 2022 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Kevin Durant could lead the Brooklyn Nets to a championship

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MARCH 08: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets is interviewed after their game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on March 08, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

Should the Brooklyn Nets give Kyrie Irving a contract extension?

Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant (Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports)

Predicting Brooklyn Nets playoff rotation post-Ben Simmons trade

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 10: Ben Simmons #10 of the Brooklyn Nets warms up before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on March 10, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Brooklyn Nets fans, don’t forget, Ben Simmons is a superstar

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 3: Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets warms up prior to first game back after his injury against the Miami Heat at Barclays Center on March 3, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michelle Farsi/Getty Images)

Can Kevin Durant drag the Brooklyn Nets to a championship?

Kyrie Irving, Brooklyn Nets (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)

New York lifted vaccine mandates, but Kyrie Irving still can’t play

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 14: Seth Curry #30 of the Brooklyn Nets celebrates a basket against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at Barclays Center on February 14, 2022 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images)

The Brooklyn Nets are free-falling down the standings

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 01: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets during the second half of the NBA game at Footprint Center on February 01, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Nets 121-111. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Adam Silver speaks out in support of Kyrie Irving on ESPN

PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 14: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles the ball against Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on April 14, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Nets 123-117. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Ben Simmons will not have a clear role with the Brooklyn Nets

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - FEBRUARY 06: James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets drives against Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center on February 06, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

NBA Trade Grades: The James Harden-Ben Simmons deal

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 22: Matisse Thybulle #22 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on against the Sacramento Kings during the first half of an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center on November 22, 2021 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

NBA Trades: The best piece in any James Harden-Ben Simmons trade

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - FEBRUARY 06: James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets drives against Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center on February 06, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

NBA Trades: 3 potential James Harden for Ben Simmons trade packages

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JANUARY 05: James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets shoots the ball during the game against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on January 05, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

NBA Trades: Should the Brooklyn Nets trade James Harden?

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 03: Patty Mills #8 of the Brooklyn Nets celebrates his shot late in the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Barclays Center on December 03, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Brooklyn Nets defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 110-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Patty Mills is bringing championship pedigree to the Nets

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 29: Paul Millsap #31 of the Brooklyn Nets in action against the Indiana Pacers at Barclays Center on October 29, 2021 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Brooklyn Nets defeated the Indiana Pacers 105-98. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

NBA Trades: 3 landing spots for Nets forward Paul Millsap

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 03: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets cheers from the bench during a preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on October 3, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Kyrie Irving’s best quotes since the Nets announced his return

NEWARK, NJ - JANUARY 01: Kyrie Irving of the Brooklyn Nets attends a game between the Villanova Wildcats and Seton Hall Pirates at Prudential Center on January 1, 2022 in Newark, New Jersey. Villanova defeated Seton Hall 73-67. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

Can the Nets win a title if Kyrie Irving can’t play at home?

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 23: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets with teammates Kevin Durant #7 and James Harden #13 during a game against the Miami Heat at Barclays Center on January 23, 2021 in New York City. The Nets defeated the Heat 128-124. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

How Kyrie Irving’s return will impact the Brooklyn Nets

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - FEBRUARY 09: Kyrie Irving #11 and James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets while playing the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on February 09, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Kyrie Irving will have to play new role due to James Harden’s struggles