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Brooklyn Nets: 3 most satisfying moments of playoff clinch vs Raptors

By Jerry Trotta

TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 27: Blake Griffin #2 of the Brooklyn Nets looks to Kyle Lowry #7 of the Toronto Raptors during the first half at Amalie Arena on April 27, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 27: Blake Griffin #2 of the Brooklyn Nets looks to Kyle Lowry #7 of the Toronto Raptors during the first half at Amalie Arena on April 27, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) /
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Nets forward Jeff Green (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) /

1. Jeff Green Dunk

On a night where Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving failed to make their usual impact– they combined to score 26 points on just 8-of-20 shooting — Jeff Green really helped fill their void.

For the game, Uncle Jeff tallied a team-high 22 points, eight rebounds and two blocks while shooting 50% from the floor. Only five of those points came in final 12 minutes, but Green was a huge reason why the Nets were able to remain within striking distance early on.

What more is there to say about Jeff Green’s influence on the Brooklyn Nets?

Amazingly enough, the winner for our most satisfying moment of the clinching game was the basket after James’ cold-blooded step back.

Finding himself running the Nets’ offense down the stretch, the 30-year-old guard executed a picturesque pick and roll with Green, who threw down a one-handed flush after a beautiful pass from James that gave him a free lane to the hoop … and Brooklyn another eight-point cushion.

On a side note, Raptors star Pascal Siakam made a wise business decision by choosing not to meet Green at the rim. Toronto’s coaching staff probably would’ve liked to see a more inspired defensive effort with the game on the line, but Nets fans weren’t complaining.

There you have it, folks: the three most satisfying moments of Brooklyn’s playoff clincher.

Next up for head coach Steve Nash’s side is a road clash against the Pacers, who just got steamrolled by the free-falling Trail Blazers, on Thursday night, as they continue their quest to secure the top seed in the Eastern Conference.