The Brooklyn Nets defeated the Charlotte Hornets 101-91. The Nets bounced back in a huge way tonight, as they got the win after possibly their worst game of the season Monday against the Pacers. The Nets improved on all facets off the game, their bigs dominated the paint. Jarrett Allen and DeAndre Jordan were forces to be reckoned with all night, as the Hornets had no answers for them. Spencer Dinwiddie had to play a season high 37 minutes, but that’s what the Nets need out of him while Kyrie and LeVert are out. The Nets and Hornets started out the game even, as they both scored 26 points in the first quarter. Both teams came out sloppy and missed a ton of shots in the first. Brooklyn played much better in the second quarter and started to build their lead. The Nets outscored Charlotte 30-25 in the second quarter and took a 5 point lead heading into halftime. The third quarter was very similar to the second, as the Nets outscored the Hornets 26-22 and further built their lead. The Hornets made a little bit of a run in the 4th quarter (cut the Nets lead to 3) but ultimately failed down the stretch. This game was never really in doubt for the Nets, which is not how they usually win their games. It’s nice to have a comfortable win once and a while. Hopefully the Nets can keep it going against the Kings on Friday and the Knicks on Sunday.

Jarrett Allen had his best game of the season, leading the Nets in scoring tonight with 22 points. Jarrett was dominant tonight, finishing with a double double (22 points and 17 rebounds). JA was unstoppable in the third quarter, as the Hornets had no answer for him on both sides of the floor. Spencer Dinwiddie also had a very nice game, finishing with 20 points and 8 assists. Dinwiddie has stepped up big ever since Kyrie and LeVert went down, and he led the Nets on offense once again tonight. DeAndre Jordan had one of his better games of the season thus far, finishing with 14 points and 7 rebounds. DeAndre did most of his damage in the first half because Jarrett was unstoppable in the second, but still put together a very nice game. Lastly, Taurean Prince (20 points and 8 rebounds) was key in the Nets victory.

Terry Rozier led the way for the Hornets tonight, finishing with 18 points and 6 assists. The Hornets biggest free agent signee is off to a very nice start to the season, and played very well again tonight. Devonta Graham also continued his positive start to the season tonight, finishing with 17 points and 6 assists. Graham has shot the three ball well so far this year, and he kept that trend going tonight by shooting 40% from deep. Rozier and Graham have been a nice 1-2 guard punch for the surprising Hornets thus far, and when you add in the play of rookie PJ Washington the Hornets have a solid young core. I wouldn’t be surprised if the Hornets are in contention for the 8 seed down the stretch this season.

What’s Next?

The Nets remain home to play the Kings Friday night, while the Hornets travel to Washington to play the wizards Friday night.

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