Kevin Durant is in rehab with an ankle injury, won’t be seen on the court for at least another two-to-three weeks. Kyrie Irving missed practice Friday and may miss Saturday’s game with “personal issues.” It’s uncertain.
Meanwhile, back in the borough, Mikal Bridges is on fire and fast becoming the face of the Brooklyn Nets franchise. Since joining the Nets, he’s averaged 25.8 points with six 30 pieces that includes a 40 piece as well in 12 games. Shooting splits: 51/49/90. He’s one of only two players to put up those numbers in their 10 first games.