https://clutchpoints.com/author/daveearly/ en All rights reserved ClutchPoints beat reporter Dave Early and cohost Greg Dennis talk about the championship-or-bust Brooklyn Nets, offering inside access to one of the league's most star-studded teams https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/2663df8a-47c7-11ec-9304-f37015f384f5/image/NETS.jpeg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress https://clutchpoints.com/author/daveearly/ episodic ClutchPoints ClutchPoints beat reporter Dave Early and cohost Greg Dennis talk about the championship-or-bust Brooklyn Nets, offering inside access to one of the league's most star-studded teams ClutchPoints beat reporter Dave Early and cohost Greg Dennis talk about the championship-or-bust Brooklyn Nets, offering inside access to one of the league's most star-studded teams

]]> ClutchPoints clutchpoints24@gmail.com April 27, 2022 — Nets Insider Dave Early and cohost Greg Dennis talks whose the better duo moving forwards Brown-Tatum or Irving-Durant? Ben Simmons physical-mental hurdles frustrated Nets, with James Harden they beat Boston and many more. Wed, 27 Apr 2022 11:28:03 -0000 Episode 22: Is the Brown-Tatum duo BETTER than Durant-Irving? full ClutchPoints April 27, 2022 — Nets Insider Dave Early and cohost Greg Dennis talks whose the better duo moving forwards Brown-Tatum or Irving-Durant? Ben Simmons physical-mental hurdles frustrated Nets, with James Harden they beat Boston and many more. April 27, 2022 — Nets Insider Dave Early and cohost Greg Dennis talks whose the better duo moving forwards Brown-Tatum or Irving-Durant? Ben Simmons physical-mental hurdles frustrated Nets, with James Harden they beat Boston and many more. April 27, 2022 — Nets Insider Dave Early and cohost Greg Dennis talks whose the better duo moving forwards Brown-Tatum or Irving-Durant? Ben Simmons physical-mental hurdles frustrated Nets, with James Harden they beat Boston and many more.

]]> 3235 no April 22, 2022 — In Episode 21, we talk about how close the Nets were to stealing home court from the Celtics, Durant's struggles, we debate if Steve Nash deserves blame, we get honest on where they'd be if they still had James Harden, and we wonder what Nash meant about nothing being straight forward with Simmons Fri, 22 Apr 2022 12:49:00 -0000 Episode 21: Down 2-0, is Nash to blame, missing James Harden, are Nets-Simmons on different pages, KD's struggles full ClutchPoints April 22, 2022 —In Episode 21, we talk about how close the Nets were to stealing home court from the Celtics, Durant's struggles, we debate if Steve Nash deserves blame, we get honest on where they'd be if they still had James Harden, and we wonder what Nash meant about nothing being straight forward with Simmons April 22, 2022 — In Episode 21, we talk about how close the Nets were to stealing home court from the Celtics, Durant's struggles, we debate if Steve Nash deserves blame, we get honest on where they'd be if they still had James Harden, and we wonder what Nash meant about nothing being straight forward with Simmons April 22, 2022 — In Episode 21, we talk about how close the Nets were to stealing home court from the Celtics, Durant's struggles, we debate if Steve Nash deserves blame, we get honest on where they'd be if they still had James Harden, and we wonder what Nash meant about nothing being straight forward with Simmons

]]> 3329 no April 14, 2022 — Our 1st round picks, ball-parking Ben Simmons return odds, Ramadan Kyrie, ranking KD vs. MVP candidates for playoffs, Bruce Brown vs. Horfordgate Thu, 14 Apr 2022 10:59:52 -0000 Episode 20: Is KD the BEST in the NBA? full ClutchPoints April 14, 2022 — Our 1st round picks, ball-parking Ben Simmons return odds, Ramadan Kyrie, ranking KD vs. MVP candidates for playoffs, Bruce Brown vs. Horfordgate April 14, 2022 — Our 1st round picks, ball-parking Ben Simmons return odds, Ramadan Kyrie, ranking KD vs. MVP candidates for playoffs, Bruce Brown vs. Horfordgate April 14, 2022 — Our 1st round picks, ball-parking Ben Simmons return odds, Ramadan Kyrie, ranking KD vs. MVP candidates for playoffs, Bruce Brown vs. Horfordgate

]]> 3537 no April 9, 2022 — In this episode we unpack KD and Kyrie's comments about the Knicks rivalry and fateful 2019 FA. Play-In scenarios. Do we miss James Harden? Regret the trade? Other teams with vaccination issues now, James Johnson waived, best Play-In matchup Sat, 09 Apr 2022 10:58:29 -0000 Episode 19: Kyrie hints the Knicks coulda signed him and KD! Do we regret the James Harden trade with Ben Simmons out the year?! full ClutchPoints April 9, 2022 — In this episode we unpack KD and Kyrie's comments about the Knicks rivalry and fateful 2019 FA. Play-In scenarios. Do we miss James Harden? Regret the trade? Other teams with vaccination issues now, James Johnson waived, best Play-In matchup April 9, 2022 — In this episode we unpack KD and Kyrie's comments about the Knicks rivalry and fateful 2019 FA. Play-In scenarios. Do we miss James Harden? Regret the trade? Other teams with vaccination issues now, James Johnson waived, best Play-In matchup April 9, 2022 — In this episode we unpack KD and Kyrie's comments about the Knicks rivalry and fateful 2019 FA. Play-In scenarios. Do we miss James Harden? Regret the trade? Other teams with vaccination issues now, James Johnson waived, best Play-In matchup

]]> 2489 no March 31, 2022 — In this week's episode, Nets Insider Dave Early dabbles into the talks of Play-in and playoff scenarios, ranking matchups for round 1, who should be most scared of Nets? Durant vs. Knicks fans, Miami's problems, Andre Drummond throwing up deuces, and more. Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Episode 18: Ben Simmons ISN'T COMING BACK full ClutchPoints March 31, 2022 — In this week's episode, Nets Insider Dave Early dabbles into the talks of Play-in and playoff scenarios, ranking matchups for round 1, who should be most scared of Nets? Durant vs. Knicks fans, Miami's problems, Andre Drummond throwing up deuces, and more. March 31, 2022 — In this week's episode, Nets Insider Dave Early dabbles into the talks of Play-in and playoff scenarios, ranking matchups for round 1, who should be most scared of Nets? Durant vs. Knicks fans, Miami's problems, Andre Drummond throwing up deuces, and more. March 31, 2022 — In this week's episode, Nets Insider Dave Early dabbles into the talks of Play-in and playoff scenarios, ranking matchups for round 1, who should be most scared of Nets? Durant vs. Knicks fans, Miami's problems, Andre Drummond throwing up deuces, and more.

]]> 2496 no March 25, 2022 — With NYC Mayor allowing un-vaxxed athletes to play, we unpack possible double-standards while evaluating the Nets in the East. Fri, 25 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0000 Episode 17: It's official, Kyrie is BACK. But did the Mayor create weird double-standards for stars? If Kyrie plays, will it compromise his original principle? full ClutchPoints March 25, 2022 — With NYC Mayor allowing un-vaxxed athletes to play, we unpack possible double-standards while evaluating the Nets in the East. March 25, 2022 — With NYC Mayor allowing un-vaxxed athletes to play, we unpack possible double-standards while evaluating the Nets in the East. March 25, 2022 — With NYC Mayor allowing un-vaxxed athletes to play, we unpack possible double-standards while evaluating the Nets in the East.

]]> 2030 no March 16, 2022 — KD and Kyrie keep taking turns smashing 50+ point totals as Nets roll. Did KD calling out the mayor help or hurt? Is Simmons just like never gonna play? Play-In scenarios, playoff odds. Thu, 17 Mar 2022 11:10:48 -0000 Episode 16: KD & Kyrie scoring machines, did KD calling out Mayor 'Eric,' backfire? Simmons still no timetable?! full ClutchPoints March 16, 2022 — KD and Kyrie keep taking turns smashing 50+ point totals as Nets roll. Did KD calling out the mayor help or hurt? Is Simmons just like never gonna play? Play-In scenarios, playoff odds. March 16, 2022 — KD and Kyrie keep taking turns smashing 50+ point totals as Nets roll. Did KD calling out the mayor help or hurt? Is Simmons just like never gonna play? Play-In scenarios, playoff odds. March 16, 2022 — KD and Kyrie keep taking turns smashing 50+ point totals as Nets roll. Did KD calling out the mayor help or hurt? Is Simmons just like never gonna play? Play-In scenarios, playoff odds.

]]> 2476 no March 12, 2022 — Nets went into a hostile environment and KD and Kyrie stole the show. The big win makes the trade look really good for Brooklyn. Ben Simmons return date looming, nobody wants to face this group.  Sat, 12 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0000 Episode 15: Nets Stun Sixers, Ben Simmons Endures Boos, Trades Looking Good full ClutchPoints March 12, 2022 — Nets went into a hostile environment and KD and Kyrie stole the show. The big win makes the trade look really good for Brooklyn. Ben Simmons return date looming, nobody wants to face this group. March 12, 2022 — Nets went into a hostile environment and KD and Kyrie stole the show. The big win makes the trade look really good for Brooklyn. Ben Simmons return date looming, nobody wants to face this group.  March 12, 2022 — Nets went into a hostile environment and KD and Kyrie stole the show. The big win makes the trade look really good for Brooklyn. Ben Simmons return date looming, nobody wants to face this group. 

]]> 2443 no March 2, 2022 — Kevin Durant is set to make his return, NYC making big changes but not for Kyrie, Ben Simmons has a setback, play in scenarios Thu, 03 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0000 Episode 14: Kevin Durant returns! Ben Simmons has a setback, Nets Play-in bound? full ClutchPoints March 2, 2022 — Kevin Durant is set to make his return, NYC making big changes but not for Kyrie, Ben Simmons has a setback, play in scenarios March 2, 2022 — Kevin Durant is set to make his return, NYC making big changes but not for Kyrie, Ben Simmons has a setback, play in scenarios March 2, 2022 — Kevin Durant is set to make his return, NYC making big changes but not for Kyrie, Ben Simmons has a setback, play in scenarios

]]> 2236 no February 24, 2022 — After All-Star break things finally seem to be heading up for this team. KD, Simmons return, Mayo Adams talks mandate change, Dragic is here, closing playoff lineups, Danny Green comments on Simmons-Curry Thu, 24 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0000 Episode 13: KD, Simmons returning, Kyrie weeks away from full time? Dragic!" full ClutchPoints February 24, 2022 — After All-Star break things finally seem to be heading up for this team. KD, Simmons return, Mayo Adams talks mandate change, Dragic is here, closing playoff lineups, Danny Green comments on Simmons-Curry February 24, 2022 — After All-Star break things finally seem to be heading up for this team. KD, Simmons return, Mayo Adams talks mandate change, Dragic is here, closing playoff lineups, Danny Green comments on Simmons-Curry February 24, 2022 — After All-Star break things finally seem to be heading up for this team. KD, Simmons return, Mayo Adams talks mandate change, Dragic is here, closing playoff lineups, Danny Green comments on Simmons-Curry

]]> 2426 no February 18, 2022 — In Episode 12, we unpack many of the reports of discord in Brooklyn prior to the Harden-Simmons trade; Cam Thomas leads 28 point comeback vs. NYK, Kyrie Irving's future Fri, 18 Feb 2022 00:45:35 -0000 Episode 12: Harden vs. KD "Cold War," Cam Thomas Owns MSG, NYC Mayor Vax Update full ClutchPoints February 18, 2022 — In Episode 12, we unpack many of the reports of dischord in Brooklyn prior to the Harden-Simmons trade; Cam Thomas leads 28 point comeback vs. NYK, Kyrie Irving's future February 18, 2022 — In Episode 12, we unpack many of the reports of discord in Brooklyn prior to the Harden-Simmons trade; Cam Thomas leads 28 point comeback vs. NYK, Kyrie Irving's future February 18, 2022 — In Episode 12, we unpack many of the reports of discord in Brooklyn prior to the Harden-Simmons trade; Cam Thomas leads 28 point comeback vs. NYK, Kyrie Irving's future

]]> 2591 no February 11, 2022 — Ben Simmons, Seth Curry in, James Harden out! Why on earth did Harden want out? Do you believe the reports or was it deeper between James and Kev? Fri, 11 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0000 Episode 11: James Harden Was Traded For Ben Simmons! Why Did He Want Out? Ben's Fit With KD And Kyrie full ClutchPoints February 11, 2022 — Ben Simmons, Seth Curry in, James Harden out! Why on earth did Harden want out? Do you believe the reports or was it deeper between James and Kev? February 11, 2022 — Ben Simmons, Seth Curry in, James Harden out! Why on earth did Harden want out? Do you believe the reports or was it deeper between James and Kev? February 11, 2022 — Ben Simmons, Seth Curry in, James Harden out! Why on earth did Harden want out? Do you believe the reports or was it deeper between James and Kev?

]]> 2201 no February 4, 2022 — In Episode 10, we tackle the fall out from the Nets 6 game skid. Nightmare play-in scenarios, Harden's 4 point stinker, internal issues, and how different Harden and Irving react to the latest turmoil Fri, 04 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0000 Episode 10: Harden's 4 Point Game, 6 Game Skid And Some "Internal" Issues, Kyrie's Long-term Plan full ClutchPoints February 4, 2022 — In Episode 10, we tackle the fall out from the Nets 6 game skid. Nightmare play-in scenarios, Harden's 4 point stinker, internal issues, and how different Harden and Irving react to the latest turmoil February 4, 2022 — In Episode 10, we tackle the fall out from the Nets 6 game skid. Nightmare play-in scenarios, Harden's 4 point stinker, internal issues, and how different Harden and Irving react to the latest turmoil February 4, 2022 — In Episode 10, we tackle the fall out from the Nets 6 game skid. Nightmare play-in scenarios, Harden's 4 point stinker, internal issues, and how different Harden and Irving react to the latest turmoil

]]> 2199 January 27, 2022 — In episode 9, Dave and Greg explore everything regarding reports that James Harden is unhappy in Brooklyn and the ongoing Ben Simmons trade rumors. What are the odds one of Harden or Irving leaves next season and this is the last chance for The Big 3 to win a title? Thu, 27 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0000 Episode 9: Could This Be The Last Run For The Big 3? James Harden's 'increased Interest' In Free Agency, Woj Bombs full ClutchPoints January 27, 2022 — In episode 9, Dave and Greg explore everything regarding reports that James Harden is unhappy in Brooklyn and the ongoing Ben Simmons trade rumors. What are the odds one of Harden or Irving leaves next season and this is the last chance for The Big 3 to win a title? January 27, 2022 — In episode 9, Dave and Greg explore everything regarding reports that James Harden is unhappy in Brooklyn and the ongoing Ben Simmons trade rumors. What are the odds one of Harden or Irving leaves next season and this is the last chance for The Big 3 to win a title? January 27, 2022 — In episode 9, Dave and Greg explore everything regarding reports that James Harden is unhappy in Brooklyn and the ongoing Ben Simmons trade rumors. What are the odds one of Harden or Irving leaves next season and this is the last chance for The Big 3 to win a title?

]]> 2455 In Episode 8 Dave and Greg look at rumors of a Harden for Ben Simmons sign-and-trade, examine Durant's injury, Nic Claxton trade, Kyrie possibly calling Giannis a dirty player, and Irving's honest opinion on getting vaxed in light Durant's MCL sprain Thu, 20 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0000 Episode 8: Kyrie Throwing Shade At Giannis? Harden-simmons Trade? Irving Speaks On Vaccines full ClutchPoints In Episode 8 Dave and Greg look at rumors of a Harden for Ben Simmons sign-and-trade, examine Durant's injury, Nic Claxton trade, Kyrie possibly calling Giannis a dirty player, and Irving's honest opinion on getting vaxed in light Durant's MCL sprain In Episode 8 Dave and Greg look at rumors of a Harden for Ben Simmons sign-and-trade, examine Durant's injury, Nic Claxton trade, Kyrie possibly calling Giannis a dirty player, and Irving's honest opinion on getting vaxed in light Durant's MCL sprain In Episode 8 Dave and Greg look at rumors of a Harden for Ben Simmons sign-and-trade, examine Durant's injury, Nic Claxton trade, Kyrie possibly calling Giannis a dirty player, and Irving's honest opinion on getting vaxed in light Durant's MCL sprain

]]> 2227 In episode 7 Dave and Greg get into a monster win over DeMar DeRozan's Bulls, rumors Joe Tsai could pay fines to get Irving as a full-time player, Sixers targeting Harden, and more Fri, 14 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0000 Episode 7: The Part-time Super Team: Nets Slay The Bulls, Kyrie Full-time Via Fines? full ClutchPoints In episode 7 Dave and Greg get into a monster win over DeMar DeRozan's Bulls, rumors Joe Tsai could pay fines to get Irving as a full-time player, Sixers targeting Harden, and more In episode 7 Dave and Greg get into a monster win over DeMar DeRozan's Bulls, rumors Joe Tsai could pay fines to get Irving as a full-time player, Sixers targeting Harden, and more In episode 7 Dave and Greg get into a monster win over DeMar DeRozan's Bulls, rumors Joe Tsai could pay fines to get Irving as a full-time player, Sixers targeting Harden, and more

]]> 2212 In episode 5, Dave and Greg discuss Irving's first gae back. How did he and the big three look, they analyze the mood post game. And unpack Irving's tricky reply to vax questions, compare to Aaron Rodgers Fri, 07 Jan 2022 11:43:55 -0000 Episode 6: Kyrie Irving Played! Is This The Happiest Kd Has Seemed? Did Kyrie Imply He Won't Get Vaxxed? full ClutchPoints In episode 5, Dave and Greg discuss Irving's first gae back. How did he and the big three look, they analyze the mood post game. And unpack Irving's tricky reply to vax questions, compare to Aaron Rodgers In episode 5, Dave and Greg discuss Irving's first gae back. How did he and the big three look, they analyze the mood post game. And unpack Irving's tricky reply to vax questions, compare to Aaron Rodgers In episode 5, Dave and Greg discuss Irving's first gae back. How did he and the big three look, they analyze the mood post game. And unpack Irving's tricky reply to vax questions, compare to Aaron Rodgers

]]> 2171 In episode 5 Dave and Greg chop up Kyrie Irving clearing protocol and returning to practice. What kind of shape is he in? Was Harden's Holiday demolition the new normal or will he revert back to meh. Does it even matter with Kyrie back? And how much credit does Steve Nash deserve? Thu, 30 Dec 2021 12:58:18 -0000 Episode 5: Kyrie Irving Returns To Practice And Harden's Holiday Massacre full ClutchPoints In episode 5 Dave and Greg chop up Kyrie Irving clearing protocol and returning to practice. What kind of shape is he in? Was Harden's Holiday demolition the new normal or will he revert back to meh. Does it even matter with Kyrie back? And how much credit does Steve Nash deserve? In episode 5 Dave and Greg chop up Kyrie Irving clearing protocol and returning to practice. What kind of shape is he in? Was Harden's Holiday demolition the new normal or will he revert back to meh. Does it even matter with Kyrie back? And how much credit does Steve Nash deserve? In episode 5 Dave and Greg chop up Kyrie Irving clearing protocol and returning to practice. What kind of shape is he in? Was Harden's Holiday demolition the new normal or will he revert back to meh. Does it even matter with Kyrie back? And how much credit does Steve Nash deserve?

]]> 1885 In episode 4, Dave & Greg talk about the Nets controversial decision to change their minds and let Kyrie Irving return as a part-time player. What role did Kevin Durant and Harden have? Is this Pandemic now endemic? A Terrible Joe Harris trade Fri, 24 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0000 Episode 4: Kyrie Is Back, Nets Big 3 Have Covid, Nba Presses On Amid Omicron full ClutchPoints In episode 4, Dave & Greg talk about the Nets controversial decision to change their minds and let Kyrie Irving return as a part-time player. What role did Kevin Durant and Harden have? Is this Pandemic now endemic? A Terrible Joe Harris trade In episode 4, Dave & Greg talk about the Nets controversial decision to change their minds and let Kyrie Irving return as a part-time player. What role did Kevin Durant and Harden have? Is this Pandemic now endemic? A Terrible Joe Harris trade In episode 4, Dave & Greg talk about the Nets controversial decision to change their minds and let Kyrie Irving return as a part-time player. What role did Kevin Durant and Harden have? Is this Pandemic now endemic? A Terrible Joe Harris trade

]]> 2207 no In Episode 3 Dave & Greg react to Nets missing 7 players as Pandemic rages on, Nash and KD react to reports of 'optimism' for Irving return, Joe Harris trade rumors Thu, 16 Dec 2021 11:57:31 -0000 Episode 3: Half The Team Is Out, 'Renewed Optimism' On Irving full ClutchPoints In Episode 3 Dave & Greg react to Nets missing 7 players as Pandemic rages on, Nash and KD react to reports of 'optimism' for Irving return, Joe Harris trade rumors In Episode 3 Dave & Greg react to Nets missing 7 players as Pandemic rages on, Nash and KD react to reports of 'optimism' for Irving return, Joe Harris trade rumors In Episode 3 Dave & Greg react to Nets missing 7 players as Pandemic rages on, Nash and KD react to reports of 'optimism' for Irving return, Joe Harris trade rumors

]]> 2496 In episode 2, Dave and Greg get into Kyrie Irving trade scenarios. What happens if he never returns? What is most likely? Where does James Harden rank overall? KD vs. Steph Curry MVP Tue, 14 Dec 2021 03:13:00 -0000 Episode 2: Trading Kyrie Irving And Plant-based Vaccines full ClutchPoints In episode 2, Dave and Greg get into Kyrie Irving trade scenarios. What happens if he never returns? What is most likely? Where does James Harden rank overall? KD vs. Steph Curry MVP In episode 2, Dave and Greg get into Kyrie Irving trade scenarios. What happens if he never returns? What is most likely? Where does James Harden rank overall? KD vs. Steph Curry MVP In episode 2, Dave and Greg get into Kyrie Irving trade scenarios. What happens if he never returns? What is most likely? Where does James Harden rank overall? KD vs. Steph Curry MVP

]]> 1912 In our debut pod, cohosts Dave Early (CP's lead Nets Beat Reporter @DavidEarly) and Greg Dennis get into Knicks-Nets rivalry, is KD the best player on the planet, is Blake Griffin washed, unpacking James Harden's struggles, and more. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 20:19:00 -0000 Episode 1: Kevin Durant MVP? Is Blake Griffin WASHED? full 1 1 ClutchPoints In our debut pod, cohosts Dave Early (CP's lead Nets Beat Reporter @DavidEarly) and Greg Dennis get into Knicks-Nets rivalry, is KD the best player on the planet, is Blake Griffin washed, unpacking James Harden's struggles, and more. In our debut pod, cohosts Dave Early (CP's lead Nets Beat Reporter @DavidEarly) and Greg Dennis get into Knicks-Nets rivalry, is KD the best player on the planet, is Blake Griffin washed, unpacking James Harden's struggles, and more. In our debut pod, cohosts Dave Early (CP's lead Nets Beat Reporter @DavidEarly) and Greg Dennis get into Knicks-Nets rivalry, is KD the best player on the planet, is Blake Griffin washed, unpacking James Harden's struggles, and more.

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