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The Brooklyn Nets defeated the Boston Celtics 113–105 on November 21 at TD Garden, with Mikal Porter Jr. leading the way for Brooklyn with 33 points while Jaylen Brown paced Boston with 26 points and Amen Simons added 23. The Nets' offensive efficiency proved decisive, shooting 52.4 percent from the field and draining 13 three-pointers compared to the Celtics' 46.7 percent and 11 threes, while Brooklyn's 31 assists underscored their ball movement advantage. A dominant second quarter by the Nets—40 points—essentially decided the contest, as Boston managed only 25 in that frame and never fully recovered despite closing the gap late. Both teams turned the ball over 13 times, but Brooklyn's 116.2 offensive rating overwhelmed Boston's 110.3, and the Celtics' 116.2 defensive rating proved insufficient at home. The loss marks a significant stumble for Boston in conference standings as Brooklyn demonstrates improved offensive cohesion on the road.
