The Brooklyn Nets faced a tough defeat against the Minnesota Timberwolves, losing 117-91. Despite a wakeup call from head coach Jordi Fernandez after a previous loss to the Atlanta Hawks, the Nets struggled to keep up with the Timberwolves, especially in the first and third quarters. Keon Johnson led the Nets with a solid performance, contributing 20 points, while Trendon Watford added 15 points and made significant plays in the paint.

Rudy Gobert dominated the game for the Timberwolves, scoring 35 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, proving too much for the Nets' defense. Johnson's performance has shown promise as he adapts to a more prominent role, indicating potential for next season. Watford's ability to penetrate the defense and rebound effectively is also a positive takeaway, especially with Brooklyn missing key players like Day'Ron Sharpe.