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Nets Crushed by Pistons in Massive 130-77 Loss
2 Feb
Summary
- Nets suffered a significant 130-77 defeat against the Detroit Pistons.
- Cam Thomas and Drake Powell tied for the Nets' scoring lead with 12 points.
- Detroit forced 25 turnovers, converting them into 39 points.
The Brooklyn Nets suffered a significant 130-77 defeat on Sunday against the formidable Detroit Pistons, concluding their road trip with a challenging matchup. This loss represents the third time in their last seven games that the Nets have lost by a margin of at least 37 points, raising concerns about their competitive factor.
Despite efforts from Cam Thomas and rookie Drake Powell, who tied for the team lead with 12 points each, the Nets struggled offensively. They shot a mere 33.0% from the field and 23.0% from three-point range, highlighting their offensive difficulties against a strong Pistons defense.
The Pistons' dominant performance was fueled by their ability to force 25 turnovers from the Nets, which they converted into 39 points. Center Jalen Duren led the charge for Detroit with 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Cade Cunningham contributed 18 points and 12 assists to secure the victory.
