Published on: Nov 18, 2022 12:09 am IST|Updated on: Nov 18, 2022 12:09 am IST
POR vs BRK Dream11: The NBA Regular Season has brought to us a ton of intense battles and as the scene shifts deeper, teams will have to come up with new strategies while working their way injuries that pile up as we go deep. In this game, the Brooklyn Nets will take on the Portland Trail Blazers to continue the season.
The Trail Blazers come into this game after defeating the Spurs 117:110 as Jerami Grant picked up 29 points. The Trail Blazers have won 10 out of their 14 games in an impressive start. On the other hand, the Brooklyn Nets suffered their most embarrassing loss of the season against the Kings, conceding 121:153 in one of the most underwhelming performances by any team this season.
Host: Portland Trail Blazers Visitors: Brooklyn Nets Match Timing: 18 November, @ 08:30 AM Venue: Moda Center
Trail Blazers: Tough defense and a great chemistry
The move to bring in Jerami Grant has brought wonders, not only has he been effective defensively but, they have also been an incredible scoring-wise. Add him to a squad that has a scoring threat like Damian Lillard alongside an effective Anfernee Simons, the Trail Blazers can compound both driving and outside game. Josh Hart is the heart of hustle whereas Jusuf Nurkic is struggling with injuries. Drew Eubanks has given some decent minutes whereas Sheadon Sharpe has given shooting depth off-the-bench. Justise Winslow has been a hustle player too and overall, the Trail Blazers are building something special here.
Nets: A disappointing start
The Nets have played short-handed for most parts. Kyrie has been away because of his usual tendency to fall into controversies thus leading to his exclusion whereas Ben Simmons has drawn the wrath of both the management and the fanbase alike. Kevin Durant continues to carry the team on his back but help is minimal for him. Seth Curry has been injured so the team doesn’t have sharpshooting whereas Nic Claxton despite his solid inside game is an inconsistent player. Royce O’Neale has been decent while injuries have stalled Joe Harris who is an incredible sharpshooter. Can the Nets turn it around once Kyrie returns? If they don’t turn it around Kevin Durant isn’t going to be here for long.
Brooklyn Nets | Portland Trail Blazers Games: 15 |14 Wins: 06 | 10 Defeats: 09 | 04
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Trail Blazers Expected Starting Five
Forward: PF: Jerami Grant Middle: C: Jusuf Nurkic Guards: PG: Damian Lillard | SG: Josh Hart | PG: Anfernee Simons(QUESTIONABLE)
BENCH: Shaedon Sharpe, Nasir Little, Greg Brown III, Drew Eubanks, Keon Johnson, Jabari Walker, Justise Winslow. Brooklyn Nets Team News
Nets Expected Starting Five Sharp-shooting Wing: SF: Joe Harris Defensive Forward: PF: Royce O’Neale Ace: SF: Kevin Durant Middle: C: Nic Claxton Guards: PG: Edmond Sumner
BENCH: Kessler Edwards, Seth Curry, Ben Simmons, Patty Mills, Cam Thomas, Markieff Morris, David Duke Jr., Da’yron Sharpe.
Kevin Durant(BRK) Points: 27 Rebounds: 04 Assists: 06 Blocks: 01 KD is a phenomenal player, he has nothing to prove as a scorer but the Nets haven’t met his demands as a Franchise to justify his talent. I believe he will be in 26-33 points, 7-10 rebounds, 4-6 assists, and 1-2 steals/blocks range. Durant can be chosen as a Star/Pro Player in the Dream 11 NBA Fantasy scenario.
Damian Lillard(POR) Points: 22 Rebounds: 02 Assists: 11 Blocks: 01 Guard Lillard’s responsibilities have decreased since the growth of Simons and arrival of Grant so he can take a backseat offensively while continuing his incredible passing ways. I expect a 20+ points, 8+ assists, and 1-3 steals range.
Nic Claxton(BRK) Points: 06 Rebounds: 01 Assists: 01 Center Claxton has been unable to carry his high-yielding form and will need to be more disciplined on the defensive end. I believe he will be in 9-14 points, 7-10 rebounds, and 2-3 blocks range.
Jerami Grant(POR) Points: 29 Rebounds: 08 Assists: 01 Steals: 01 Jerami has been a factor on both ends of the floor and his play has improved the Trail Blazers on both ends. I believe he will be in 23-30 points, 6-9 rebounds, and 1-2 steals/blocks range.
Anfernee Simons(POR) Points: 23 Rebounds: 03 Assists: 02 Simons’ scoring chops help out Lillard in the backcourt and he has been doing his job at a brilliant rate. I believe he will be in 19-25 points range here.
Edmond Sumner(BRK) Points: 18 Rebounds: 01 Assists: 01 Steals: 02 While Sumner has given some solid minutes, he is nowhere near the replacement for scorching guard Kyrie Irving. I believe he will be in 11-14 points, 4-6 assists, and 1-3 steals range.
Josh Hart(POR) Points: 06 Rebounds: 07 Assists: 05 Steals: 03 Guard Hart is a prolific hustle player who is a productive rebounder and also a sensational rebounder, although his scoring has been way too off. I believe he will be in 8-12 points, 7-9 rebounds, 5-7 assists, and 1-3 steals range.
POR vs BRK DREAM11 LINEUP BALANCERS
PG: E Sumner, D Lillard(PP), S Sharpe SG: A Simons SF: B Simons PF: K Durant(SP), J Grant C: D Eubanks
Can KD help the Nets to overcome the red-hot Trail Blazers? This interesting match can be streamed live on the NBA League Pass. Scores, news, and stats can be followed through the official website of the NBA. The extended highlights of the game can be seen on the official YouTube channel of the NBA. .