In his post game interview Tuesday evening, Monta Ellis was not shy in proclaiming the Warriors still in contention for the #8 Playoff Seed. If that is to remain a possibility, the Warriors need to win. At this stage of the season, Golden State cannot afford to lose against an opponent with a record like New Jersey's. For the Warriors to make the playoffs, they will have to at least be able to pull their record on the winning side. GS currently is seeded twelve in playoff contention, seven games under .500 at 28-35. With 19 games remaining, the Warriors need to win 13 of those games for a 41-41 record. Assuming that result won't clinch a playoff berth, the Warriors need to do some serious work to make the playoffs.
While a postseason seems unlikely, wins are still desired. After losing to the 76ers in overtime, then beating Cleavland by 10 just last night, the Warriors aim to finish the 7 game road trip with a pair of victories before taking on the tough task of the Orlando Magic in Oakland on Friday. The Nets were riding a 6 game losing streak before defeating the Toronto Raptors twice overseas in London. Though the Nets are at home, they too have been on the road extensively.
The Warriors beat the Nets 109-100 at home earlier this season. Tonight they look to move closer to .500. Tip-off is at 4:00.
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