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NBA Playoffs: Nets’ Steve Nash Speaks About James Harden After Win Over Bucks

By Elsie A. Dotson 3 weeks ago

The Brooklyn Nets beat the Milwaukee Bucks 115-107 on Saturday night in Game 1, but they did lose James Harden in the first quarter due to a hamstring injury (see SportsCenter’s Tweet below).

After the game, Steve Nash spoke about Harden’s injury.

“I’m heartbroken for him,” Nash told reporters post-game. “I don’t know what’s going to happen. I don’t know if he’s playing next game or if he’s out. I have no idea.”

The whole presser from Nash can be seen here.

The Nets were 4-point favorites in Brooklyn over the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 1 on Saturday, according to FanDuel.

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NBA Fans Are Not Happy With Suns vs. Lakers Refs

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Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James on Sunday night.

Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James on Sunday night.

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“Once again, the Lakers can’t get a break from the refs today. Been like this since the league was formed,” he tweeted.

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NBA World Reacts To Steph Curry’s Insane Performance

By Elsie A. Dotson 1 month ago
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Celtics Alum, NBA Champion Re-Ups With ESPN

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