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Nets Rout Wizards 129-106 as Porter Jr. Scores 34 to Halt Skid

Improved rebounding plus defense offered a glimpse of progress before a home test against Boston.

Overview

  • The win moved Brooklyn to 2-11, with both victories coming on the road.
  • Tyrese Martin delivered a late third-quarter surge with seven straight points and finished with a season-high 20.
  • Nic Claxton posted 17 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and four blocks while helping hold Alex Sarr to nine points and three boards before fouling out.
  • Brooklyn controlled the glass 44-33, including a 37-30 edge in defensive rebounds, and limited Washington to 44% shooting.
  • Washington dropped its 11th straight game and fell to 0-6 at home; next up are Nets vs. Celtics on Tuesday and Wizards at Timberwolves on Wednesday.