No, this is not an alternate universe. The Nets are 11-6 and still lead the Atlantic Division.

Now, munch on what follows Wednesday's 106-87 whacking of Phoenix, a victory that left Jason Kidd waxing rather unpoetically about kicking the posteriors of his former teammates:

A return visit to East Rutherford tonight by the 7-11 Cavaliers, a team that has won four of five, but one the Nets beat at home last month.

A trip Saturday to Milwaukee, losers of five straight entering Thursday's game against Toronto.

Trips next week to play the East's two dregs, Chicago and Miami.