Upcoming Match: Brooklyn Nets vs. Denver Nuggets
On Thursday at 9 p.m. EST, the Brooklyn Nets will clash with the Denver Nuggets in a bid to end their current losing streak of six games. Brooklyn, which sits at 12 wins and 33 losses, ranks 13th in the Eastern Conference standings. In stark contrast, the Nuggets have recorded 31 wins against 16 losses, placing them third in the Western Conference.
Team Performance Overview
Denver boasts a record of 12 wins in 21 games played at home. The team’s offensive capabilities are highlighted by an average of 28.0 assists per contest, led by standout Jamal Murray, who contributes approximately 7.4 assists per game. Meanwhile, the Nets struggle with a record of just 6-16 on the road and average 14.6 turnovers each game, resulting in a disappointing 3-11 record when they concede fewer turnovers than their opponents.
Offensively, the Nuggets hit an average of 13.8 three-pointers per game, exceeding the 12.7 three-pointers allowed by the Nets. Denver produces around 107.8 points per game, though their defense has been leaky, allowing an average of 116.0 points against per game.
Previous Encounter
The upcoming match will mark the second meeting between the two teams this season. In their prior encounter on January 4, the Nets emerged victorious with a score of 127-115, thanks in part to Michael Porter Jr.‘s impressive 27 points.
Key Players
Key players for Denver include Jamal Murray, who averages 25.9 points and 7.4 assists, while Tim Hardaway Jr. has been consistent, nailing 2.7 three-pointers per game over the last 10 outings. On the Nets’ side, Michael Porter Jr. averages 25.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 3.2 assists, while Nic Claxton chips in with 9.7 points and 6.6 rebounds.
Recent Performances
Looking at the teams’ recent performances, the Nuggets have a record of 6 wins and 4 losses in their last 10 games, averaging 106.6 points and shooting 45.1% from the field. In contrast, the Nets have struggled significantly, with only 1 victory against 9 losses in their last 10 games, averaging 103.0 points and shooting at a rate of 43.1%.
Injury Reports
In terms of injuries, the Nuggets will be missing several key players including Cameron Johnson, Tamar Bates, Aaron Gordon, Nikola Jokic, and Christian Braun. The Nets also have a list of absentees, with Tyrese Martin, Haywood Highsmith, and Noah Clowney all out due to various injuries.
