Nick Nurse away from Sixers Tuesday to attend brother’s funeral services
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Key Points:
- Nick Nurse, head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers, is absent from the team on Tuesday to attend the funeral of his brother, Steve Nurse, who passed away unexpectedly on April 29.
- Steve Nurse, 62, was an equipment manager for the University of Northern Iowa for 26 years and shared a strong passion for basketball with his family, especially as fans of the 76ers.
- Nick Nurse left New York City after the 76ers’ Game 1 loss to the Knicks to travel to Ankeny, Iowa, and plans to return to the team later on Tuesday.
- The 76ers held a film session in lieu of practice on Tuesday as they prepare for Game 2 against the Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, with Game 3 scheduled for Friday at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
