The Brooklyn Nets snapped their seven-game losing streak with an upsetting victory against the Los Angeles Lakers, who were without the injured LeBron James.
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Playing without the injured LeBron James, the Brooklyn Nets ended their seven-game losing streak with a hard-fought 111-108 victory over the undermanned Los Angeles Lakers in New York. Cameron Johnson played a key role in the win, scoring 18 points and hitting a crucial shot with 59.6 seconds remaining to secure the victory.
Cameron Johnson made 6 of 14 shots on the night, including a game-winning 14-footer over Luka Doncic, giving the Nets a 106-100 lead.
Despite a valiant effort from the Lakers, they failed to overcome the loss of LeBron James, as well as the absence of starting players Jaxson Hayes, Dorian Finney-Smith, and Rui Hachimura due to injury. The Lakers struggled throughout the final three quarters, and it was clear that their star players were missed.
Gabe Vincent showcased his scoring ability, recording a season-high 24 points for the Lakers. Dalton Knecht also contributed 19 points, while Reaves struggled, shooting only 3 of 14 from the field, finishing with 17 points and 10 assists.
Clowney led the Nets with 19 points, while Keon Johnson scored 18, Tyrese Martin chipped in 14, and Nic Claxton contributed 12. The Nets shot 41.1 percent, overcoming an early 15-point deficit.
Vincent’s performance helped the Lakers to an early lead, and the team held a 28-16 advantage through the first quarter. However, the Nets bounced back and took a 32-19 lead in the second, leading 48-47 at halftime after Cameron Johnson hit a 3-pointer in the final minute.
A Hard-Fought Win for the Brooklyn Nets
The game saw the Nets take several lead changes throughout the third quarter, and by the fourth, the team managed to maintain their lead. The lead increased to 81-79, and after Martin made a 3-pointer, the Nets had a 92-85 advantage with seven minutes left.
With the game still in the balance, Johnson made a clutch shot to secure the win for the Nets. Luka Doncic, who had earlier recorded his second triple-double, missed several shots and had problems outside the paint.
