nba Game Recap
Brooklyn Defeats Portland 128-123 - Recap
The Nets got a 38-point performance from Kevin Durant as Brooklyn handed Portland a 128-123 defeat on Friday at Barclays Center.
Bettors who backed the Nets were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -15.0. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 228.5.
Seth Curry had 27 points for Brooklyn and Andre Drummond chipped in with 17 points. Goran Dragic had 10 assists for the Nets, while Andre Drummond was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
The Trail Blazers got a 25-point performance from Josh Hart, who was supported by 24 points from Brandon Williams. Josh Hart had 7 assists in a losing cause for Portland, while Brandon Williams grabbed 6 rebounds.
The Nets hit the break losing 75-62 before taking care of business in the second half.
Brooklyn had a 45-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Brooklyn heads into a battle against the Jazz. Portland, meanwhile, will have their next action against Indiana.