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Nets Fall 123-122 Against Washington - Game Recap
The Wizards got a 27-point performance from Bradley Beal, who added 10 rebounds as Washington ran past Brooklyn 123-122 on Sunday at Barclays Center.
Bettors who backed the Wizards were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +7.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 241.0.
Washington got 24 points from Russell Westbrook and another 21 points from Thomas Bryant. Russell Westbrook contributed 10 assists, while Thomas Bryant cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Brooklyn got 30 points from Kyrie Irving in a losing cause and another 28 points from Kevin Durant. Kyrie Irving contributed 10 assists for the Nets, while Kevin Durant had 11 rebounds.
Washington trailed at halftime, 71-70.
Brooklyn won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 51-49.
Next game, Washington takes its act on the road to face Philadelphia looking for another win. For Brooklyn, they head home to face Utah.