Will James Harden and Kyrie Irving Play Tonight? Brooklyn Nets vs Cleveland Cavaliers: Injury News, Lineup, and Prediction

The Brooklyn Nets face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers tonight. For the Nets, they have been re-energized after James Harden joined the team. He and Kevin Durant have been playing at an extremely high level, with both scoring 30+ points in their first two games together. The duo looks excellent, but now they could be joined by Kyrie Irving to form one of the best trios in NBA history.

The Cavaliers, on the other hand, have had a mixed start to the NBA season. They currently have a 6-7 record in the NBA and are looking to improve on their record. Collin Sexton has been a surprise package for the Cavs and has broken records last matched by LeBron James in a Cavs jersey. They could also have a new player and former Nets star Jarrett Allen make his debut tonight.

With that in mind, take a look at the matchup between the Cavs and Nets.

Brooklyn Nets – Team News

The Nets will have Kyrie Irving available for the game. After completing his quarantine in accordance with the NBA protocol, Irving will be back in contention to play. He could combine with James Harden and Kevin Durant for the first time, as he takes on his former team. Spencer Dinwiddie is still out of the season after suffering a major injury.

Predicted Lineup: Kyrie Irving, James Harden, Kevin Durant, Joe Harris, DeAndre Jordan

Cleveland Cavaliers – Team News

The Cavaliers have some roster concerns right now. Kevin Porter Jr. will not be playing as the team looks to resolve his future. Matthew Dellavedova is unavailable for the game, whereas Darius Garland and Collin Sexton have been listed as questionable going into the game. Jarrett Allen and Taurean Prince could get their first minutes in a Cavs jersey tomorrow night.

Predicted Lineup: Isaac Okoro, Damyean Dotson, Cedi Osman, Larry Nance Jr., Andre Drummond

Brooklyn Nets vs Cleveland Cavaliers – Prediction

The Nets have looked absolutely fantastic since the arrival of James Harden. Kevin Durant looks like his old self after almost two years out with an injury. And the return of Kyrie Irving will only improve their team’s offensive output. But the defensive potential is a concern for the Nets.

If all three players can put their best foot forward on defense, the Nets are championship contenders.

Prediction: The Nets defeat the Cavs thanks to the new big three of Kyrie, KD, and Harden

Who will win between the Nets and the Cavs? With the offensive juggernaut of the new Nets trio, it is hard to bet against them. But the Cavs have shown this season that they can defeat teams that are better than them on paper.