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Nets Collapse Late, Lose to Grizzlies Despite Late Lead
12 Jan
Summary
- Nets lost 103-98 after blowing a late 98-90 lead.
- Rookie Cedric Coward impressed with 21 points and eight rebounds.
- Noah Clowney scored 17 points but shot poorly from the field.

The Brooklyn Nets began their road trip with a tough 103-98 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday. The Nets held a seemingly comfortable 98-90 lead late in the fourth quarter but were unable to close out the game, as Memphis finished with a decisive 13-0 run to secure the victory.
Despite the loss, rookie Cedric Coward showcased his potential with an impressive 21-point, eight-rebound performance. His play stood out, especially considering the Nets passed on him in the draft to select Egor Demin. For Brooklyn, Noah Clowney scored 17 points but faced shooting struggles, going 4-of-17 from the field, while Tyrese Martin added 17 points off the bench.
The game highlighted the Nets' struggles to maintain leads and finish strong. Player evaluations showed varied performances, with Day'Ron Sharpe earning an A for his all-around effort and Nic Claxton receiving a B- for his solid contribution against tough matchups. The team looks to regroup and improve on future legs of their road trip.




