Nets suffer big loss in season opener
Big Al run ragged The Nets in a big win for the WolvesNEW JERSEY -- (AP) -- The Nets haven't started the season greatly. Infact, it was a blowout. New Jersey couldn't find an answer to
Al Jefferson's constant dunk and his points in the paint. Big Al had 26 points as the T'Wolves crushed the Nets 102-79.
There was some bright sides, though.
Nene, a new addition to this talented team, had a great night, as he scored 21 points to go with 7 rebounds. The Brazilian really showed that he is worth of giving up 3 players. "Nene is really a great player, I look forward to seeing how far will the Nets team push this season"-a Nets fan stated. But Nene's great effort wasn't nearly enough to win this game. Other than Al Jefferson,
Corey Brewer and
Johny Flinn really performed. Corey had 23 points as he knocked down jumper after jumper, finishing with a FG effort of 11-14. Flynn had a double-double. He justified his early selection in the draft with 11 points and a terrific 14 asists. "I am really blessed to be playing with a player like Johny Flinn. He has constantly founded a way to give me the ball for easy buckets" -Al Jefferson stated.
Devin Harris and
Brook Lopez both had a decent game, with Harris having a double-double. The up and coming Point Guard had 18 points and 13 assists. Not bad for a shoot-first type of player. Lopez finished 12 points and 3 blocks, but only had 5 rebounds, which is weak, considering he is a Center.
The game was a close one in the first half, as there were constant dunks and acrobatic layups. But in the second half, Minnesota got to a 8-0 run, and New Jersey never caught up. Convincing performance by the Wolves, to say at least. Devin Harris showed how stronger he got in the offseason by a couple of outstanding dunks. Hopefully the Nets will recover from this loss in their next game against Dwight Howard and the Orlando Magic.
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