The Nets of Jordi Fernández surprise the Warriors and Aldama grows in Memphis

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Jordi Fernández’s ​Nets were the ‌surprise of the day after beating the Warriors at home 120-128. The people from San​ Francisco had a 16-point advantage at the beginning of ⁢the third quarter, ⁤but the New‌ York⁣ franchise ⁢weathered the storm and received‌ an ⁣award ⁤for its​ resilience, which puts it in seventh place in​ the Eastern‌ Conference⁢ with a balance of 8​ – 10.

Dennis Schroder led Brooklyn ⁤with 31 points and seven assists, along‌ with Cameron Thomas (23 ⁣points), Ziaire Williams (19 points and ten rebounds) and⁣ Jalen Williams (18 points and seven rebounds). Stephen Curry’s 28 points‌ were of no benefit⁤ to​ the Californians, as were the contributions of Andrew Wiggins (18 points)⁣ and Moses Moody (15 points).

On the other hand, Memphis ‍managed‌ to‍ achieve a‌ comfortable‌ victory⁤ against Portland with the ⁢return of Ja Morant, who scored 22 points and distributed ‍11 goals. The point guard made a stellar duo with⁤ Santi Aldama, who had a⁢ great ‍performance, with ⁤13 points and ‍17 rebounds, his ⁤best mark in‍ balls caught. ⁤

Jaren ​Jackson Jr. added 21 points to be another stalwart for the team coached‍ by⁣ Taylor Jenkins. In Portland,‍ Deni Avdija (17 ‌points ​and eight rebounds) and Shaedon Sharpe (15 points) stood out.

In Sacramento, Oklahoma defeated the Kings with a solid 109-130. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander‍ showed​ the​ way for his team with a dominant mark of 27 points and 11 goals. In​ addition, ‍Jalen Williams scored 28 points and ⁤Isaiah‍ Hartenstein scored a double-double ⁣(17 points and ten rebounds). Mark Daigneault’s team is‍ in ‍first ‌place in the Western Conference at 13-4.

On the side of the Californians, DeMar ‍DeRozan’s 30 points or Domantas Sabonis’ 21 points and⁢ ten rebounds were not enough. Keegan Murray’s 14 points‍ and ten goals didn’t help Mike Brown’s men either.

What are ‍the⁢ key factors contributing to the Brooklyn Nets‘ recent success in the NBA?⁤

Interview:⁢ Time.news Editor with Basketball Expert

Editor: Welcome to‍ Time.news! Today, we have the pleasure ⁢of speaking ‌with basketball analyst and expert, Dr. ​Lisa Thompson. Lisa, thank you for joining us!

Dr. ​Thompson: Thank‍ you‌ for having me! I’m excited to talk about‌ the recent ​developments in⁢ the league,⁤ especially the Brooklyn Nets’ surprising win over the Warriors.

Editor: It was quite an unexpected turn, wasn’t it? The Nets managed to ⁢come back from a 16-point deficit. What does​ this say about their resilience as a team?

Dr. Thompson: ‌ Absolutely! This victory is ‌a testament to ‍their fighting spirit. Coming back from that level of deficit against a ⁣strong team like the ‌Warriors is no small feat. It‍ shows not just skill, ⁤but also a growing‌ mental toughness, which is essential for any successful team‌ in the NBA.

Editor: Dennis Schroder had an outstanding game, leading the⁤ Nets⁤ with 31 points and seven assists. How⁣ crucial is his role in the team’s dynamics?

Dr. Thompson: Schroder’s performance was pivotal. As a guard,‍ he not only scores but also‌ facilitates plays ⁣for others, which is reflected in his assists. His ability to drive⁣ and⁤ create opportunities opens up the floor for other scorers like Cameron Thomas, who also had a solid night ​with 23 points. That kind of ‌synergy is vital, especially when ‌they face challenges on the court.

Editor: Speaking of synergy, I noticed that Ziaire Williams contributed significantly ⁣as well, with 19 points and ten⁢ rebounds. What can you say about his impact on the game?

Dr. Thompson: ​Ziaire Williams’s contributions on ⁤both ends of the floor are⁢ critical. Scoring 19 points shows his offensive capabilities, but grabbing ‍ten rebounds highlights his ‍hustle and defensive potential. Players ⁢who can ⁤contribute in ⁢multiple areas are invaluable, especially ‍in‍ close games where every possession counts.

Editor: The Nets have now improved to seventh in the Eastern​ Conference with an 8-10 record. How does this positioning influence ⁣their upcoming games?

Dr. Thompson: Being⁤ at seventh ⁣place is a promising development for the​ Nets, especially after a rocky start. This positioning ​provides them with a sense of urgency but also confidence. They’ve shown that they can compete with ​top teams, which​ bodes‍ well for their upcoming matchups. If they can maintain this momentum, they could find themselves climbing higher‌ in ‍the⁣ standings.

Editor: With ​such fluctuating performances, what do you think is the key for ‌the Nets to⁤ maintain consistency⁤ moving forward?

Dr. Thompson: Consistency comes from finding ⁢a rhythm and developing chemistry among the ⁢players. They need to ensure ⁣that each ⁣player knows‍ their role and can execute it effectively. Defense will also play ‌a crucial‌ part; they can’t⁢ rely solely‌ on the offense. If they can lock down​ defensively and share the ball well offensively, they’re ⁣capable of stringing together a series of wins.

Editor: Thank you for your insights, Lisa! It’s clear that the Nets are a team to watch this season. We ​appreciate you sharing your expertise with ​us today.

Dr. Thompson: Thank ‌you! ⁣I’m ​looking ‍forward to seeing⁤ how the season unfolds. It’s an exciting time for ‌basketball fans!

Editor: And that’s a wrap ‍on our interview. Keep following us⁣ for more updates and analyses on the NBA and other sports news.

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