Trendon Watford Leads Nets Past Pelicans 119-114, Ends Home Skid

The Brooklyn Nets achieved a 119-114 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, breaking a five-game home losing streak. Trendon Watford led the Nets with 22 points, while Drew Timme contributed 16 points and nine rebounds off the bench. Despite the Nets holding a 20-point lead, the Pelicans made a late comeback in the fourth quarter, outscoring Brooklyn 35-22. However, key plays by Timme and a three-pointer from Tosan Evbuomwan sealed the win for Brooklyn. The Nets' performance was marked by their highest-scoring quarter of the season, with 43 points in the third. Meanwhile, the Pelicans continued to struggle, missing several top scorers due to injuries, including Zion Williamson.