The Brooklyn Nets have finally broken their lengthy losing streak, securing a much-needed victory over the Utah Jazz with a score of 109-99. This win is particularly noteworthy as it marks the end of a challenging seven-game stretch without a win, and it occurred on January 31, 2026, just after midnight EST.
One of the standout performances came from rookie Egor Demin, who not only led the team but also set a remarkable NBA record. He achieved the impressive feat of scoring a 3-pointer in his 34th consecutive game, finishing the night with a total of 25 points and 10 rebounds. Demin's record-setting shot came as the very first basket for Brooklyn, emphasizing his pivotal role in this match. His shooting was sharp, hitting 6 out of 12 attempts from beyond the arc.
The Nets had additional support from Cam Thomas, who contributed 21 points, while Day'ron Sharpe added 16 points alongside nine rebounds. Danny Wolf also played a significant role, scoring 14 points. A significant part of Brooklyn's success came from their dominance in second-chance points, where they outscored the Jazz by an astonishing 20-2, showcasing their tenacity on the boards.
On the other side, the Jazz were led by Keyonte George, who scored 26 points and provided seven assists. Brice Sensabaugh made a strong impact off the bench with 18 points. Unfortunately for Utah, this loss marked their fifth consecutive defeat and their ninth in the last ten games. Kyle Filipowski also had a decent outing with 14 points and 12 rebounds, while Ace Bailey contributed 12 points to the effort.
As the game progressed into the fourth quarter, Brooklyn managed to pull ahead with an 8-0 run capped by a 3-pointer from Jalen Wilson, which pushed their lead to 91-83. Although Utah attempted to make a comeback, including a powerful dunk from Cody Williams that narrowed the gap, Demin and Wolf's trio of 3-pointers helped solidify the Nets' advantage, bringing the score to 100-90 with just under five minutes left in the game.
Earlier in the match, Thomas was instrumental during a second-quarter surge, scoring 14 consecutive points that propelled Brooklyn to a 52-38 lead. Despite a determined effort from Utah, which saw them close the gap to just two points by halftime, they managed to tie the game at 54-all shortly after the start of the second half, thanks to a driving layup from Bailey.
Throughout the third quarter, the Jazz managed to equalize three more times, the last being at 81 following another 3-pointer by Bailey; however, they could not take the lead.
Looking ahead, the Nets are set to face the Detroit Pistons in their next matchup on Sunday, while the Jazz will be heading to Toronto for their upcoming game.
