The Nets wouldn’t be the first to trudge away from Bourbon Street and the Big Easy with a hangover. But after suffering a gut-wrenching 117-115 loss Friday at undefeated New Orleans, they have to make sure the same game doesn’t beat them twice.
With the Nets (2-3) hosting Golden State on Sunday afternoon and the Warriors seeking a three-peat, Brooklyn doesn’t have long to get over blowing what should have been a statement win and to make sure it doesn’t lead to another loss.
“Heck of a challenge,” coach Kenny Atkinson said. “Listen, there’s no [choice].