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Brooklyn Defeats Detroit 121-111 - Recap

Kyrie Irving poured in 45 points for Brooklyn on Saturday, as they defeated Detroit 121-111 at Little Caesars Arena.

Brooklyn won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -2.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 228.5.

Brooklyn got 20 points from Jarrett Allen and another 16 points from Joe Harris. Kyrie Irving contributed 7 assists, while Jarrett Allen cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.

The Pistons got a 27-point performance from Derrick Rose, who was supported by 20 points from Andre Drummond. Derrick Rose had 6 assists in a losing cause for Detroit, while Andre Drummond grabbed 21 rebounds.

Brooklyn trailed at halftime, 60-50.

Brooklyn won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 55-52.

Brooklyn looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Knicks. The Pistons will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Cleveland.