Porter Jr.'s 35 Points, Claxton's Triple-Double Lead Nets

Michael Porter Jr. tied his season high with 35 points, and Nic Claxton recorded his second triple-double of the season, leading the Brooklyn Nets to a 119-101 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Porter Jr. matched his career best by scoring 30 points for the third consecutive game. Claxton finished with 14 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists, becoming the second Nets center with multiple career triple-doubles. The Nets secured their third win in four games, improving to 6-17, while the Pelicans extended their losing streak to six games.