nba Game Recap
Oklahoma City Falls 147-125 to Nets - Recap
Oklahoma City was run off the court by the Nets on Friday as Brooklyn blasted the Thunder 147-125 at Chesapeake Energy Arena.
Bettors who backed the Nets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 229.5.
Kyrie Irving had 25 points for Brooklyn and James Harden chipped in with 25 points. James Harden had 11 assists for the Nets, while Reggie Perry was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Oklahoma City got 24 points from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in a losing cause and another 24 points from Theo Maledon. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributed 5 assists for the Thunder, while Al Horford had 6 rebounds.
The Nets hit the break winning 76-59 before taking care of business in the second half.
Brooklyn had a 50-36 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Brooklyn heads into a battle against the Wizards. Oklahoma City, meanwhile, will have their next action against Houston.