For Nets fans, the last few days have provided relief of sorts. They won two games — one a historic laugher, the other a rewarding comeback — despite a lineup without two of their new “Big Three” even in the beginning. Kevin Durant was stellar and his first 10 games of the season are as good as any in his 16-year career. Now, it appears that Ben Simmons knee soreness isn’t as bad as thought. He flew to Dallas and will play Monday night vs. the Mavericks, albeit with a minutes restriction. Yuta Watanabe is a favorite of fans .