The Charlotte Hornets defeated the host Brooklyn Nets 99 - 95 at Barclay's Center on Friday. In a game that was tight throughout the fourth quarter, it took a lot of swings to get Charlotte their win. The most decisive stretch for the Hornets was a 19 - 3 run in the third quarter, as they took a lead after trailing by double - digits just six minutes earlier. Brooklyn actually led this game for the first 30 minutes, as there were only two ties and one lead change for the entirety of the game. Both teams shot poorly in this game, as they both shot under 41 percent from the field and under 33 percent from three - point range. Charlotte (4 - 1) continues to grow after a resurgent 2015 - 16 season, as they overcame a double - digit deficit in this road win. Kemba Walker was the player of the game, scoring a game - high 30 points on 11 - of - 22 shooting. Nicolas Batum was second on the team, with his 18 points and nine rebounds. Cody Zeller was the only other starter in double figures, tallying 10 points, six rebounds and six assists. Spencer Hawes led the bench, dropping 13 points on 5 - of - 8 shooting. Charlotte will be off until Monday, when they host the Indiana Pacers. The Nets (2 - 4) have been one of the surprises of the season and they nearly pulled out another upset here. It was a team effort for Brooklyn, as they had seven players score at least eight points. Sean Kilpatrick led the team in scoring with his 19 points, four rebounds and four assists off the bench. Brook Lopez was second on the team, with his 18 points and three boards. Rondae Hollis-Jefferson had his best game of the season, accumulating 11 points, eight rebounds, six assists and four steals in the loss. Trevor Booker double - doubled as well, totaling 12 points and 13 rebounds. The Nets have an even longer break that the Hornets, as they host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday for their next game.
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