Nets' Physicality Hasn't Erased Flaws as Tall Bucks Task Awaits in Home Opener

Brooklyn’s defense hasn’t been as stout as expected, allowing 115.6 points per game, the eighth-most in the NBA.

The Nets have been able to win games this season despite their defensive struggles, but they will be tested against the Bucks, who have one of the most efficient offenses in the league. Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the most difficult players to guard in the NBA, and he will be a major challenge for the Nets' defense.

In addition to Antetokounmpo, the Bucks also have Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday, who are both capable of putting up big numbers. The Nets will need to be at their best defensively to slow down the Bucks' offense.

The Nets will also need to find a way to score against the Bucks, who have allowed just 103.8 points per game, the third-fewest in the NBA.

The Nets have been led by Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving this season, but they will need more production from their role players in order to beat the Bucks. Joe Harris, Seth Curry, and Patty Mills are all capable of hitting shots, but they will need to be more consistent in order for the Nets to win.

The Nets will also need to be careful not to turn the ball over against the Bucks, who have forced 15.3 turnovers per game, the second-most in the NBA. The Nets have been turnover-prone this season, and they will need to clean up their act in order to beat the Bucks.

The Nets will be looking to improve to 2-0 on the season when they host the Bucks on Thursday night.

The Bucks will be a tough test for the Nets, but they are a team that the Nets should be able to beat if they play their best. The Nets will need to be physical on defense, take care of the ball, and make shots in order to win.