The Brooklyn Nets rallied from a 23-point deficit to beat the Detroit Pistons 107-105 on Saturday night. Michael Porter Jr. had 30 points and 13 rebounds for the Nets.
What happened?
The Nets trailed by 23 points in the third quarter and were still down by double figures with 5:29 left. But they outscored Detroit 18-6 down the stretch. Ziaire Williams made two 3-pointers in the final three minutes.
Key players
Tobias Harris had 18 points and 10 rebounds for Detroit. Jalen Duren had 17 points and 14 rebounds. The Pistons were missing Cade Cunningham and Ausar Thompson.
Turning point
Brooklyn got within eight at 95-87 on Day'Ron Sharpe's 3-pointer with 6:22 left. It was 103-99 on Sharpe's putback with 2:56 to go. Tobias Harris' offensive foul gave Brooklyn the ball back. Williams knocked down a 3-pointer to make it a one-point game.
Up next
The Nets will host Memphis on Monday. The Pistons will visit Miami on Sunday. Last result: Milwaukee Bucks 110-113 Brooklyn Nets (2025-01-03). | Team | Score | | --- | --- | | Brooklyn Nets | 107 | | Detroit Pistons | 105 |
