Brooklyn carries a one-point lead into the second quarter, with Michael Porter Jr. and Pascal Siakam setting the scoring pace.
Brooklyn leads Indiana 20-19 after the first quarter, keeping the opening stretch tight. Michael Porter Jr. and Pascal Siakam are tied with seven points apiece, while Brooklyn has the narrow scoring edge. The Nets entered 0-5 and ranked No. 29 in the power index; Indiana is 2-4 and ranked No. 23. Brooklyn has the early momentum, but the one-point margin leaves the game wide open.
Key Performers
Michael Porter Jr. (Brooklyn): 7 points, 3 rebounds Pascal Siakam (Indiana): 7 points, 1 rebound Kelly Oubre Jr. (Indiana): 5 points, 1 three-pointer