The Nets defeated the Hornets, 130-115. Kevin Durant recorded 25 points (8-12 FG, 3-5 3pt FG), three rebounds and 11 assists for the Nets, while Kyrie Irving added 12 points, four rebounds and six assists in the victory. Miles Bridges tallied a career-high 33 points, along with nine rebounds for the Hornets, while Terry Rozier added 27 points, six rebounds and 10 assists in the losing effort. The Nets improve to 38-18 on the season, while the Hornets fall to 27-28.