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Allen, Reid Shine in Hornets Debut Victory
22 Oct
Summary
- Grayson Allen scored 21 points off the bench in his Charlotte debut.
- Naz Reid contributed 20 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists.
- The Hornets secured a 110-103 victory over the Brooklyn Nets.
The Charlotte Hornets secured a 110-103 win against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night, with standout performances from new acquisitions Grayson Allen and Naz Reid. Allen, acquired from Phoenix, impressed with 21 points off the bench, hitting five three-pointers and significantly outscoring the Nets during his 29 minutes on the court.
Naz Reid, obtained from Minnesota, delivered a robust performance with 20 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists. He also contributed effectively from distance, sinking four three-pointers, and helped the Hornets capitalize on second-chance opportunities. Dennis Schroder added 19 points and six assists in his debut for his 12th NBA team, alongside 18 points from Brandon Miller and 17 from Moussa Diabate.
The Nets were led by Julius Randle's 33 points and Michael Porter Jr.'s 26 points, but they were the only two Brooklyn players to reach double figures. Despite shooting 45% from the field, the Nets struggled offensively against the Hornets' consistent play. Charlotte maintained control for much of the game, extending their lead in the fourth quarter thanks to key plays from Schroder and their offensive depth.
