nba Game Recap
Recap - Nets Defeat San Antonio 121-119
The Nets got a 28-point performance from Kevin Durant as Brooklyn ran past San Antonio 121-119 on Sunday at Barclays Center.
Brooklyn did not, however, defeat the Spurs against the spread, which closed at -9.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 233.0.
James Harden had 26 points for Brooklyn and Nicolas Claxton chipped in with 16 points. James Harden had 12 assists for the Nets, while Nicolas Claxton was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.
The Spurs got a 25-point performance from Lonnie Walker IV, who was supported by 19 points from Dejounte Murray. Dejounte Murray had 12 assists in a losing cause for San Antonio, while Jakob Poeltl grabbed 12 rebounds.
The Nets hit the break winning 60-51 before taking care of business in the second half.
Brooklyn had a 55-44 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Brooklyn looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Trail Blazers. The Spurs will aim to get back on the winning track at New York.