Nets Face Back-to-Back Losses to Celtics, Cavaliers

The Brooklyn Nets faced a challenging back-to-back series, experiencing narrow losses against the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers. In Boston, the Nets led for much of the game, thanks to Cam Thomas's impressive 31-point performance, but ultimately succumbed in overtime, 108-104, as the Celtics, led by Jayson Tatum's 33 points, capitalized on late-game opportunities. The following night in Cleveland, the Nets fell 105-100 after the Cavaliers, maintaining an undefeated record, closed with a 16-4 run. Despite strong defensive efforts and a promising third-quarter surge, the Nets struggled to maintain their lead in the final minutes of both games. These defeats highlight the Nets' ongoing challenge with closing out games, despite improvements in team defense and standout performances from players like Cam Thomas. The Nets now stand at 4-6 for the season, grappling with consistency issues in high-pressure scenarios.