nba Game Recap
Recap - Nets Defeat Charlotte 116-115
Brooklyn got 34 points from Cameron Johnson en route to a 116-115 victory over Charlotte on Tuesday at Barclays Center.
Bettors who backed the Nets were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -1.5. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 219.5.
Brooklyn got 17 points from Jalen Wilson and another 15 points from Dorian Finney-Smith. Dennis Schroder contributed 12 assists, while Ben Simmons cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
The Hornets got a 29-point performance from Brandon Miller, who was supported by 21 points from Miles Bridges. Tre Mann had 6 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while Tidjane Salaun grabbed 8 rebounds.
Brooklyn trailed at halftime, 59-54.
Charlotte won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 44-35.
Next game, Brooklyn takes its act on the road to face Philadelphia looking for another win. For Charlotte, they head home to face Detroit.