Why The Brooklyn Nets Do The Deal
The Nets haven’t simply been plagued by chemistry issues this season. Their defense has suffered as well.
One might think that Ben Simmons would be enough to keep them solid on that end of the floor. One would be wrong. On the other hand, acquiring Davis ought to help considerably.
After all, he’s one of the best two-way big men in basketball. Moreover, swapping Irving out for him may give Simmons the opportunity to increase his time with the ball.
If he’s able to return to his previous form as a primary ball-handler, this swap could make the Nets better.
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At the same time, this isn’t strictly about the on-court product for the Nets. Moving Irving could improve their chemistry as well. In any event, the Nets need to do something to shake this team up.
At the moment, they look cursed.