The Nets turned a 17-point halftime advantage into a 107-81 lead after three quarters.
Brooklyn seized control on Wednesday, taking a 107-81 lead into the fourth after outscoring New Orleans 24-15 in the third. The Nets had already poured in 83 points by halftime, then widened their cushion from 17 to 26. Michael Porter Jr. paced Brooklyn with 22 points, while Julius Randle added 17; Zion Williamson answered with 29 for New Orleans. Brooklyn entered 2-8 and ranked 26th in the power index, while the 4-7 Pelicans stood 20th.
Key Performers
Michael Porter Jr. (Brooklyn): 22 points, 6 rebounds Zion Williamson (New Orleans): 29 points, 8-for-14 shooting Julius Randle (Brooklyn): 17 points, 4 assists