The Brooklyn Nets secured a convincing 96-81 victory against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night, with standout performances from Michael Porter Jr. and Noah Clowney leading the charge.
Porter Jr. showcased his skills with an impressive 24 points, supported by Clowney’s 19 points. Rookie Egor Demin contributed 16 points, and Nic Claxton added 12, helping the Nets maintain their lead despite a strong push from the Raptors.
Brandon Ingram led the Raptors with 19 points, while Immanuel Quickley impressed with 17 points and 10 assists. However, Toronto struggled to keep up with Brooklyn’s dominance, ultimately falling short in the fourth quarter.
The Nets outscored the Raptors 29-16 in the final quarter, securing their lowest point total allowed this season. Despite a brief setback in the fourth, Brooklyn rallied back with a strong performance, closing out the game with a decisive 10-0 run.
Toronto’s Jakob Poeltl faced early exit from the game due to a back injury, adding to the Raptors’ challenges on the court. Poeltl’s absence highlighted the team’s struggles as they aim to bounce back from a series of recent losses.
Looking ahead, the Raptors will continue their road trip in Miami on Tuesday, seeking to regroup and improve their performance following the defeat against the Nets.