"The NBA returned to China on Friday for the first time since 2019, as the Phoenix Suns topped the Nets in overtime, 132-127, inside a roaring Venetian Arena in Macao. For the NBA, it was more than just a game; it was a reconnection after six years of silence. For the players, a bright, loud stage half a world away to rebuild ties on Chinese soil and reintroduce the league's global brand to a massive audience."
"Brooklyn's offense continued to click, opening the game a perfect 10-for-10 from the field and racing out to a 14-2 lead behind balanced scoring. Porter capped the run with a smooth 3-pointer, pushing the margin to 17-4 with 8:22 left in the first quarter. After Thomas checked out with 4:14 left in the period, already sitting on 14 points on 6-of-7 shooting, the Nets' offense lost some of its early spark."
The NBA returned to China for the first time since 2019 as the Phoenix Suns defeated the Nets 132-127 in overtime at Venetian Arena in Macao. The event served as a reconnection after six years and provided players a loud stage to rebuild ties and reintroduce the league's global brand to Chinese audiences. Brooklyn opened strongly with a starting five of Nolan Traore, Cam Thomas, Terance Mann, Michael Porter Jr. and Nic Claxton, building a lead as large as 18 points. Cam Thomas scored early and efficiently, sparking a 9-0 run, while Traore energized the floor in transition. Phoenix trimmed the deficit before halftime, and hometown favorite Fanbo Zeng drew loud applause when he checked in late in the half.
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