Nets Upend 76ers, 112-107
The Brooklyn Nets defeated the Philadelphia 76ers, 112-107, at Barclays Center on Tuesday night.

The 76ers (35-26) wasted no time making an early statement over the underdog hosts, jumping out to a 30-23 lead through one. However, the Nets (25-37) responded with a strong second-quarter performance that saw them eliminate their deficit and take a one-point edge into halftime. Philadelphia had extended its advantage back out to three points going into the final period, but Brooklyn managed to go ahead for good with 5:44 remaining and held the visitors off the rest of the way despite several close calls.

Kelly Oubre Jr. led the 76ers with 30 points, adding six rebounds and four assists. Tobias Harris followed with 18 points, nine rebounds and four assists. Cameron Payne furnished 15 points, three boards, one assist and one steal. Kyle Lowry offered 14 points, five assists, two rebounds and one steal. Buddy Hield registered 13 points, four assists, three rebounds and one steal.

Dennis Schroder and Dorian Finney-Smith co-led the Nets with 20 points while adding eight assists and eight rebounds, respectively. Lonnie Walker turned in 19 points, four rebounds, one assist and one steal. Nic Claxton generated a 17-point, 10-rebound double-double that included two assists and four blocks. Mikal Bridges delivered 15 points, six rebounds and four assists.

The 76ers return home to host the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night, while the Nets visit the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night.
Posted on: 3/5/2024 7:25 PM
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