Nets once again eliminated by East champions; face decision on 76ers’ draft pick
For the second year in a row, the Eastern Conference champion eliminated the Nets in the playoffs on their way to an NBA Finals appearance. The Boston Celtics’ Game 7 victory over the Miami Heat not only punched their ticket to a date with the Golden State Warriors, they also delivered a gut punch to a Nets organization that has come up short two seasons in a row.