The Nets are one of the weakest teams left in the playoffs, but the public's perception of their star-less squad creates value in Game 1's spread against the 76ers.
One of Philadelphia's biggest deficiencies had been their bench, but their reserves did play better towards the end of the season. It's also worth reminding that in the playoffs, rotations are shortened and all four of the previously mentioned players logged more than 38 mpg in the postseason last year.
Since the trade deadline, the Nets have gone 12-15 with a net rating of minus-1.5. It hasn't been easy without Durant and Irving to carry the offense, but they've remained competitive. They continued to compete hard on the defensive end of the floor, have plenty of depth, and are embracing more of a team-oriented game plan.
These teams also faced off in the regular season finale and while Philly won by 29 points there isn't much to take away from that contest since both sides rested their starters. A better example would be their previous showdown on February 11, when Brooklyn's new-look lineup lost 101-98 at home against a Sixers squad at full strength.
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