The Brooklyn Nets have struggled since the All-Star Break, winning only three out of 17 games. A significant factor is their inability to maintain leads, an issue Coach Jordi Fernandez emphasizes needs resolution before the season ends. He noted that games often come down to critical moments—like avoiding turnovers or making smart defensive plays. The recent overtime loss to the Indiana Pacers exemplified this, as the Nets blew an 11-point lead.

Fernandez insists that winning teams manage their possessions throughout the game rather than relying on clutch moments at the end. He aims to instill a mentality within the team that reduces pressure during close situations and promotes a more disciplined approach to the game's entirety.