Nets fall to Mavericks 120-101, extend losing streak

The Brooklyn Nets faced a tough stretch, suffering a 120-101 defeat against the Dallas Mavericks, marking their fourth consecutive loss and dropping their record to 23-49. The game saw the Nets trailing from the start, falling behind by as much as 22 points, while struggling with turnovers that led to 31 points for Dallas. Nic Claxton led Brooklyn with 19 points, but the absence of D'Angelo Russell due to injury compounded their offensive issues. Earlier in the week, the Nets also lost to the Toronto Raptors 116-86, where they were outscored in transition and suffered from poor shooting, particularly in the first half. Coach Jordi Fernández emphasized the need for improvement in execution as the season winds down and the team aims for a better lottery position. With only a few games left, the Nets are looking to develop their young talent while contending for the best draft odds.