Moritz Wagner and the Brooklyn Nets remain winless four games into the NBA season following a 124-125 overtime defeat against the Boston Celtics, where Jayson Tatum secured the victory with a shot at the final buzzer.
Tatum Returns to Form With 40 Points and Game-Winner
Boston secured the victory on the back of Jayson Tatum, who scored 40 points in addition to his decisive final-second basket in overtime. The Celtics held a 61-56 advantage at halftime before the contest finished 117-117 through four quarters. Reflecting on his performance after missing nearly a full year following an Achilles tendon tear and returning in March, Tatum told reporters that hitting the winner felt like getting back to the things he did prior to his injury.
Wagner Earns Personal Best
Moritz Wagner erzielte 15 Zählern einen persönlichen Saisonbestwert und punktete damit zum zweiten Mal nacheinander zweistellig. Despite the offensive contribution from the German national player, the Nets could not stop Boston from closing out the extra session.
Knicks Claim First Win Behind Towns and Strong Third Quarter
Elsewhere, the New York Knicks captured their first victory of the new campaign by defeating the Detroit Pistons 111-97 after establishing a 51-50 halftime lead. New York seized control during the third period by outscoring Detroit 37-13. Karl-Anthony Towns anchored the effort for the titleholders with 27 points and 20 rebounds.
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Portland Hands Lakers First Loss Despite Doncic Effort
In other league action, the Los Angeles Lakers dropped their first decision of the season with a 129-136 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, despite leading 73-68 at the break. Luka Doncic scored 41 points for Los Angeles, but Damian Lillard countered with 21 points, including a critical three-point basket with 43 seconds remaining on the game clock to seal Portland’s win.
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