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Nets vs Hornets Final: 122-116 - Recap
Charlotte was victimized by Kyrie Irving for 33 points as the Nets defeated the Hornets 122-116 in NBA action on Wednesday.
The Nets earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -10.0-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 223.5 were rewarded with a winning wager.
Kevin Durant had 29 points for Brooklyn and Seth Curry chipped in with 20 points. Kyrie Irving had 9 assists for the Nets, while Kevin Durant was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
The Hornets got a 29-point performance from Terry Rozier, who was supported by 28 points from Kelly Oubre Jr.. PJ Washington had 7 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while Mason Plumlee grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Brooklyn were victorious, as the score was 73-55 at the break.
Charlotte had a 40-39 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Brooklyn takes its act home to face Atlanta looking for another win. For Charlotte, they head home to face New York.