Brooklyn Nets Outscore Washington Wizards 131-122 in 2026 NBA Preseason Clash
In a high-scoring preseason game on October 12, 2026, the Brooklyn Nets defeated the Washington Wizards 131-122. Michael Porter Jr. led the Nets with 22 points, while KyShawn George paced the Wizards with 21 points.
Archive recap · Listed by game date. First published Oct 17, 2026.
The Brooklyn Nets secured a 131-122 victory over the Washington Wizards in their 2026-27 NBA preseason game on October 12, 2026. Michael Porter Jr. was the standout performer for Brooklyn, putting up 22 points on 8-of-13 shooting and contributing 4 rebounds and 2 steals in 23 minutes. His offensive efficiency and scoring helped the Nets maintain a slight edge throughout the contest.
For the Wizards, KyShawn George delivered a strong offensive performance with 21 points, including a perfect 3-for-3 from three-point range and 6-for-7 overall shooting. George also added 4 assists and 3 steals without committing a turnover during his 24 minutes on the court. Bilal Coulibaly supported with 19 points, hitting 3 of 5 threes and collecting 3 steals and 1 block.
A notable contrast between the teams was the Nets' rebounding presence from Porter Jr., who grabbed 4 defensive boards compared to the Wizards' top scorers recording 1 or 2 rebounds each. This slight edge on the boards, combined with Porter Jr.'s scoring, contributed to Brooklyn outpacing Washington by nine points in this preseason matchup.
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