Nets Face Nuggets While Battling 3-Game Losing Streak
The Brooklyn Nets are set to face the Denver Nuggets as they seek to break a three-game losing streak. The match will take place in New York on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. EST.
Nets vs. Nuggets Overview
Currently, the Nets hold a record of 10-22, positioning them 13th in the Eastern Conference. In stark contrast, the Nuggets are 23-11, standing fourth in the Western Conference. This game is critical for Brooklyn, who has struggled at home with a record of 4-13.
Teams’ Performance
- Nets’ Home Performance: Averaging only 42.5 points per game in the paint.
- Nuggets’ Road Performance: Holding a solid record of 13-6 and averaging 124.6 points per game.
The Nuggets are shooting an impressive 50.8% from the field. Meanwhile, the Nets are lagging behind, shooting 44.8%, which is below the average points allowed by Denver (47.2%). Additionally, Denver averages 14.0 made 3-pointers per game, surpassing the 12.3 given up by the Nets.
Key Performers
- Brooklyn Nets:
- Day’Ron Sharpe: 60.1% shooting, averaging 7.3 points.
- Drake Powell: Averaging 14.0 points over the last ten games.
- Denver Nuggets:
- Jamal Murray: Leading scorer with 25.4 points and 4.5 rebounds per game.
- Tim Hardaway Jr.: Averaging 3.0 made 3-pointers in the last ten games.
Recent Game Statistics
| Team | Last 10 Games Record | Averaged Points | Averaged Rebounds | Averaged Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nets | 5-5 | 108.7 | 40.0 | 26.4 |
| Nuggets | 5-5 | 122.5 | 41.1 | 28.2 |
Injury Updates
- Nets Injuries:
- Haywood Highsmith: Out (knee)
- Michael Porter Jr.: Day to day (illness)
- Nic Claxton: Day to day (personal)
- Cam Thomas: Day to day (hamstring)
- Nuggets Injuries:
- Cameron Johnson: Out (knee)
- Christian Braun: Out (ankle)
- Aaron Gordon: Out (hamstring)
- Tamar Bates: Out (foot)
- Nikola Jokic: Out (knee)
- Jonas Valanciunas: Out (calf)
This matchup is crucial for the Nets, who hope to turn around their season against a formidable Nuggets team. Fans can expect an exciting game as Brooklyn looks to improve their standings in the Eastern Conference.
