Brooklyn Nets’ Travel Plans Disrupted by NYC Blizzard, Stranded in Atlanta

A fierce blizzard is sweeping across New York, causing widespread disruptions and particularly impacting those trying to make their way home.

The Brooklyn Nets, who suffered a disappointing late-game loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday, found themselves stranded due to the immense snowstorm. According to sources, the team was unable to fly back to New York after the game or even on Monday morning.

As the snow continued to blanket the city, the Nets opted to conduct their practice in Atlanta on Monday. They have plans to fly back Tuesday morning, cutting it close as they are scheduled to face the Dallas Mavericks at Barclays Center that evening at 7:30 p.m.

The Mavericks, holding a 20-36 record and fresh off a victory against the Indiana Pacers on Sunday, have also been affected by the weather. They chose to remain in Indiana on Monday night due to the adverse conditions.

Reports indicate that Central Park has been buried under more than 19 inches of snow, while parts of Long Island have seen over 24 inches, underscoring the severity of this historic blizzard.

The monster blizzard is now officially one of the 10 largest snowstorms in New York City history. 

Tuesday’s game will be the fourth for the Nets since the All-Star break, and they head into the matchup following three straight losses on the road trip. 

The Nets (15-41) are third in the lottery standings, sitting only a game behind the Pacers following Indiana’s loss to Dallas on Sunday.