Overview
- The Nets dropped to 0-7 after a 125-109 home loss to the Timberwolves on Monday night at Barclays Center.
- Donte DiVincenzo led Minnesota with 25 points, matching Cam Thomas’ 25 for Brooklyn in a game that slipped away in the fourth quarter.
- Michael Porter Jr. was out for personal reasons and Noah Clowney started in his place, providing early defensive energy before the Nets were outscored 34-21 in the final period.
- Head coach Jordi Fernandez again took responsibility for Brooklyn’s struggles, with players acknowledging effort and execution concerns after the league-worst defensive metrics to start the season.
- Anthony Edwards remained sidelined by a hamstring strain as Minnesota continued to redistribute roles, and the game streamed exclusively on Peacock.