The Brooklyn Nets surrendered a late lead on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, and dropped a hard-fought contest to the Phoenix Suns, wasting a standout performance from forward Michael Porter Jr.
Porter Jr. carried Brooklyn offensively, but his effort was not enough to offset a furious Suns rally in the closing minutes. A physical, often heated matchup saw both teams exchange hard fouls and words before Phoenix ultimately secured the win.
The defeat marked a frustrating end to a game the Nets had controlled for long stretches. Despite Porter Jr.’s strong showing, Brooklyn could not generate the key stops or baskets needed to close out the contest, allowing Phoenix to capitalize down the stretch.
No official statistics were immediately available, but the Nets’ inability to protect their advantage overshadowed one of Porter Jr.’s most impressive outings of the season.
The teams will meet again later in the season, while Brooklyn quickly turns its attention to the next matchup on its schedule.
Source: New York Post
