NEW YORK — Cam Johnson led the way for the Brooklyn Nets with 26 points, while Nic Claxton contributed 16 as they claimed a victory over the Indiana Pacers, finishing 99-90, thus breaking a three-game losing streak.

Shake Milton provided valuable support off the bench with 15 points for the Nets. On the other side, T.J. McConnell notched 14 points for Indiana, alongside Tyrese Haliburton who added 13 points. The Pacers are currently struggling, having lost four consecutive games and seven out of their last ten.

The match saw a pivotal moment when Indiana’s Pascal Siakam netted four straight points, bringing the score to a tie at 80 with just over eight minutes left in the game. The Nets quickly regained control with a significant 10-0 scoring run, pushing their lead to 90-80 thanks to a basket from Jaylen Wilson at the 5:57 mark.

Key insights from the game showcase that Indiana had a rocky start, struggling offensively as they shot merely 13 for 39 from the field and 4 for 18 from beyond the arc in the first half. Additionally, they faced difficulties managing possession, totaling 12 turnovers in the opening half.

For the Nets, Johnson has been a consistent scorer this season, reaching at least 20 points in nine different games so far.

In the critical last eight minutes of the matchup, Brooklyn outscored Indiana 19-10, solidifying their lead and securing the win. A noticeable improvement for the Pacers came in the second half as they managed to limit their turnovers to just four, a significant contrast to the 12 turnovers they committed in the first half.

Looking ahead, the Nets will prepare to host the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday, while the Pacers are set to face the Chicago Bulls on Friday night.