The Brooklyn Nets faced a disappointing setback, losing 107-99 to the Washington Wizards, the league's worst team. After leading 95-92 late in the game, the Nets allowed an 11-2 run, resulting in their second defeat against the Wizards this month. Despite a recent seven-out-of-nine win streak, the Nets' defense faltered, with a poor start that saw them fall behind by 14 points. Key players like Ziaire Williams scored well, but the team's inability to maintain composure in crucial moments ultimately led to their loss, leaving them struggling in playoff contention.
Brooklyn blew a late lead in a 107-99 loss to the tanking Wizards at Capital One Arena on Monday, their second defeat at the hands of the worst team in basketball.
Clinging to a 95-92 edge with 5:39 to play, the Nets gave up an 11-2 run and never recovered.
The Nets came out playing abysmal defense, falling behind by 14 points right out of the gate.
Brooklyn (21-36) came in having won seven of nine, but got thoroughly outplayed by the NBA-worst Wizards.
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