Brooklyn Breaks Through After Seven Losses
The Brooklyn Nets finally broke into the win column Wednesday night, defeating the Indiana Pacers 112–103 on the road behind a dominant performance from Michael Porter Jr.
Porter led all scorers with 32 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 10 of 20 shots, including four from beyond the arc. His final three-point play with 22 seconds left sealed Brooklyn’s first victory after opening the season with seven straight losses.
The win moves Brooklyn to 1–7, matching Indiana’s record.
Porter Steps Up After Cam Thomas Injury
The Nets were forced to adjust early after Cam Thomas, their leading scorer entering the game with a 24.4 points per game average, left midway through the first quarter due to hamstring tightness.
It’s the same hamstring that sidelined Thomas for most of last season, limiting him to just 25 games. His absence could have derailed the Nets’ rhythm — but Porter filled the void with a complete performance on both ends.
Balanced Effort Powers the Nets
Brooklyn also received key contributions across the roster.
- Nic Claxton added 18 points, anchoring the paint with strong interior play.
- Noah Clowney chipped in 17 points off the bench.
- Tyrese Martin finished with 16 points, while Terance Mann scored 15.
The team’s depth helped sustain momentum through a game that featured 12 lead changes and 10 ties before Brooklyn pulled away in the final minutes.
Pacers Struggle Despite Siakam’s Effort
For Indiana, Pascal Siakam led the way with 23 points and nine assists, continuing to serve as the team’s primary offensive engine.
Ben Sheppard scored 18 points, and Jay Huff provided an unexpected spark off the bench with 16 points — all while hitting four three-pointers.
However, the Pacers’ defensive lapses in the fourth quarter proved costly as the Nets outscored them 28–19 in the final frame.
What’s Next
The Nets will look to build momentum when they host the Detroit Pistons on Friday.
The Pacers will try to regroup as they travel to face the defending champion Denver Nuggets on Saturday.
Final Score:
Brooklyn Nets 112, Indiana Pacers 103
By Sports Savvy Magazine
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