Nets end 10-game skid, defeat Kings

Ochai Agbaji and Drake Powell spark fourth-quarter surge for Brooklyn

Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:12am

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The Brooklyn Nets snapped a 10-game losing streak with a 116-99 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. Ochai Agbaji and rookie Drake Powell combined for 17 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Nets to the win.

Why it matters

The Nets had been struggling mightily, losing 10 straight games. This victory will provide a much-needed morale boost as they look to turn their season around and make a push for the playoffs.

The details

The Nets led for most of the game and were able to pull away in the fourth quarter thanks to the strong play of Agbaji and Powell. The win ends a difficult stretch for Brooklyn, who had fallen out of the playoff picture in the Eastern Conference.

  • The game was played on Sunday, March 30, 2026.

The players

Ochai Agbaji

A key player for the Brooklyn Nets who scored 17 points in the fourth quarter to help lead his team to victory.

Drake Powell

A rookie for the Brooklyn Nets who combined with Agbaji to score 17 points in the fourth quarter and spark the team's comeback win.

Brooklyn Nets

An NBA team based in Brooklyn, New York that ended a 10-game losing streak with this victory over the Sacramento Kings.

Sacramento Kings

An NBA team based in Sacramento, California that lost to the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday night.

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What they’re saying

“This was a huge win for us after such a tough stretch. The guys really stepped up in the fourth quarter to get the job done.”

— Steve Nash, Head Coach, Brooklyn Nets

What’s next

The Nets will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Their next game is on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers.

The takeaway

The Nets' victory over the Kings snaps their 10-game losing streak and provides a much-needed confidence boost as they try to turn their season around and make a late playoff push.