Michael Porter Jr. Drops 35-Points as Brooklyn Nets Defeat Charlotte Hornets 116-103 at Barclays Center

Written by Pavel Kateliev

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, | Updated: December 2, 2025

Noah Clowney guarded by a Charlotte Hornets player

Key Takeaways:

Michael Porter Jr. recorded 35 points as Brooklyn overcame Charlotte 116-103
Noah Clowney notched 18 points, while Nic Claxton contributed a double-double for the Nets
The Nets halted a four-game losing streak, snapping the Hornets’ two-game winning run

Game Summary and Turning Points

Michael Porter Jr. produced a commanding performance, amassing 35 points to steer the Brooklyn Nets to a 116-103 victory over the Charlotte Hornets in New York. The result put an end to Brooklyn’s recent four-game skid and saw them outpace a Hornets side that had come into the clash with back-to-back wins.

Noah Clowney was instrumental for the home side, adding 18 points to the tally. Nic Claxton provided a crucial presence in the paint, finishing with 13 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists. Brooklyn’s bench also contributed meaningfully, as reserves Danny Wolf and Drake Powell each supplied 10 points apiece.

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Sharp Shooting and Key Runs

Porter was clinical from three-point territory, connecting on 7 of his 11 attempts. Collectively, the Nets made 17 shots from 43 attempts beyond the arc. In contrast, the Hornets hit 12 of their 32 three-point efforts, highlighting the difference in perimeter efficiency.

The teams were tied at 59 points each heading into the interval, with Porter netting 17 points and Kon Knueppel leading the visitors with 12 points at the break. The second half saw the Nets surge ahead despite a late push by Charlotte. After Liam McNeeley’s two free throws pulled the Hornets within three at 96-93 with 7:06 remaining, Danny Wolf’s layup and a pull-up jumper by Porter quickly restored a seven-point cushion for Brooklyn. Key three-pointers from Wolf and Clowney in the closing minutes helped Brooklyn secure the result.

Hornets’ Performance and Player Statistics

Kon Knueppel led Charlotte with 18 points, while Collin Sexton added 15. LaMelo Ball showcased his playmaking with a double-double, recording 12 points and 14 assists. The Hornets, despite a balanced scoring effort, were unable to close the gap in the fourth quarter.