Brooklyn Nets Cruise Past Charlotte Hornets 124–90 in 2026 Preseason Game
Michael Porter Jr. led the Brooklyn Nets with 16 points and five rebounds in a commanding 124–90 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on October 6, 2026. Despite strong shooting from Liam McNeeley and Grayson Allen, the Hornets struggled with turnovers against a more secure Nets offense.
Archive recap · Listed by game date. First published Oct 17, 2026.
Michael Porter Jr. delivered an efficient offensive performance for the Brooklyn Nets, scoring 16 points on 6-of-9 shooting, including four three-pointers, and grabbing five rebounds in 16 minutes during their 124–90 win over the Charlotte Hornets in the 2026–27 NBA preseason on October 6, 2026. His contributions helped Brooklyn maintain a consistent scoring advantage throughout the game.
Julius Randle complemented Porter Jr. with 13 points, including two three-pointers, and three assists without committing a turnover in 18 minutes. On the other side, Charlotte’s Liam McNeeley matched strong shooting with 14 points on 5-of-8 shooting and four three-pointers but was hampered by six turnovers and four personal fouls in 19 minutes. Grayson Allen added 13 points, hitting all three of his three-point attempts, with just one turnover in 14 minutes.
The contrast in ball security stood out: the Nets’ Porter Jr. and Randle combined for only one turnover, while McNeeley alone committed six. This disparity in turnovers highlights a clear difference in execution between the teams during the preseason contest.
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