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The Brooklyn Nets dominated the Washington Wizards 129–106 on November 16 at Capital One Arena, with Mikal Porter Jr. leading the way with 34 points and Tyrese Martin adding 20 in a decisive road victory. Brooklyn's offense proved too efficient, shooting 53.2 percent from the field and connecting on 17 three-pointers while generating 32 assists on their 129 points. The Nets controlled the second quarter with 35 points, then matched that output in the fourth to put the game out of reach. Washington's Kristaps Porzingis scored 29 points and C.J. McCollum chipped in 17, but the Wizards' 44 rebounds and 12 three-pointers couldn't overcome their 44 percent shooting and defensive struggles—they allowed Brooklyn a 127.2 offensive rating while managing only a 105.3 mark themselves. Brooklyn's 11-point advantage in rebounding and 32 assists reflected superior ball movement and spacing. The loss underscores Washington's defensive vulnerabilities as the Nets improved their road form.
