Nets collapse late to fall against Hawks in latest heartbreaking loss

The Brooklyn Nets led for most of the game but lost 124-121 to the Atlanta Hawks after giving up a late run. The defeat adds to a difficult start to the season, though Brooklyn has played better recently; its inability to close out close games remains a concern.

The Nets built a 17-point lead and were ahead 114-110 with 1:45 left, but Atlanta finished with a 14-7 run. Michael Porter Jr. scored 25 points and Day’Ron Sharpe recorded his first career triple-double, with 12 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds. Jalen Johnson led the Hawks with 30 points, while Brooklyn fell to 2-7.