Frustrated Raptors searching for way to win vs. Nets

Richard Jefferson, who's averaging 21 points per game in the series, expects a tough test in Toronto on Tuesday.

"Our job is not even close to being done," Jefferson said. "We are going into a very hostile environment. One of the hardest things to do is closing out a team on its home court."

Nets guard Jason Kidd posted a triple-double in Friday's Game 3 win and almost duplicated the feat in Game 4 on Sunday, falling two rebounds short. On Monday, Kidd was named to the NBA's All-Defensive second team.

"It's just another great accomplishment in what is a Hall of Fame career," Frank said. "He's 34 years old and he's playing at a higher level now than he's ever played before. His impact on the defensive end is unbelievable. Jason is the number one reason for our success. Since he's been here, we've added some banners to the walls and a whole bunch of wins. He sets the tone for the entire game."

Fast starts by New Jersey and big games from Kidd, Jefferson and former Raptor Vince Carter have buried Toronto early the past two games.

"Jason Kidd, Richard Jefferson, Vince Carter, they've outplayed us," Mitchell said. "You've got to give credit where credit is due. Jason Kidd, he and Vince, the last two games, have just taken it to us."

Carter struggled with his shooting in Games 1 and 2 and was booed every time he touched the ball.

"You're entitled to have bad games, and my goal is not to have a bad game," Carter said. "If I make plays for my team everything else will come."

Toronto point guard T.J. Ford, who is suffering from flu-like symptoms, didn't practice Monday.

"He's tired, he hasn't been able to eat," Mitchell said. "We just sent him home."