Unlikely Rookies Lead Brooklyn Nets to Comeback Against Miami Heat
Recalled from G League earlier in the day, Armoni Brooks scores 17 points in debut, leading the Nets' bench to outscore Miami 50-26 in a spirited comeback from a 16-point deficit.
- Armoni Brooks scored 17 points in his debut for the Brooklyn Nets, playing a key role in the team's comeback from a 16-point deficit against the Miami Heat.
- The Nets' bench outscored Miami 50-26, contributing significantly to the 109-105 victory, with Brooks making 6-of-7 shots, including 5-of-6 on three-pointers.
- Key contributors to the win also included team-high scorer Mikal Bridges (21 points), reserve Lonnie Walker IV (17 points), and Ben Simmons with a team-high 11 rebounds.
- Despite an off night from Cam Thomas, who entered the game with a 33.0 scoring average but was held to just 13 points, the Nets managed to win their second straight game.
- Miami Heat, on a four-game losing streak, were led by Tyler Herro with 30 points. However, no other Heat player managed to score in double figures.