Nets disastrous fourth quarter spoils near upset vs Knicks, lose 103-90

The Brooklyn Nets suffered their 15th consecutive defeat against the New York Knicks, falling 103-90 at Madison Square Garden. Brooklyn entered the final period holding a 79-75 lead, but the Knicks opened the fourth quarter on a decisive 16-2 run to pull away for the victory. The Nets struggled down the stretch, converting just 3-of-16 field goals in the final frame.

Julius Randle posted a double-double for Brooklyn with 21 points and 11 rebounds, while Michael Porter Jr. added 18 points and reached 7,000 career NBA points. Rookie Nolan Traoré contributed 17 points on 5-of-6 shooting from three-point range. Following the game, Nets head coach Jordi Fernández acknowledged the late collapse but praised the young roster's effort over the first 39 minutes.