1982–83 New Jersey Nets season

The 1982–83 New Jersey Nets season was the Nets' seventh season in the NBA. With 49 wins and 33 losses, it was also their best record since the ABA–NBA merger—a mark that would stand until the 2001–02 season.

Season standings

 * z – clinched division title
 * y – clinched division title
 * x – clinched playoff spot

Playoffs

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 * 1
 * April 20
 * New York
 * L 107–118
 * Albert King (17)
 * Buck Williams (13)
 * Cook, Birdsong (6)
 * Brendan Byrne Arena 15,672
 * 0–1
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 * 2
 * April 21
 * @ New York
 * L 99–105
 * Albert King (25)
 * Buck Williams (10)
 * Foots Walker (6)
 * Madison Square Garden 19,591
 * 0–2

Awards and records

 * Buck Williams, All-NBA Second Team