G League Long Island Nets

Nets Fall to Stockton in Game One at Winter Showcase

Published on December 20, 2022 under NBA G League (G League)
Long Island Nets News Release


LAS VEGAS - The Long Island Nets, the NBA G League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, were defeated by the Stockton Kings 92-88 on Tuesday at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Long Island's first NBA G League Winter Showcase matchup.

Long Island's effort was led by Long Island forward Donovan Williams, who recorded 24 points, three rebounds and three assists in 30 minutes. Brooklyn two-way guard David Duke Jr. posted 14 points, six rebounds and three assists in 30 minutes.

Stockton got off to a speedy start with a 7-0 run during the opening two minutes. Nets guard Chris Chiozza was able to halt the Kings with a big shot at the top of the key. Stockton maintained its lead and went into the second quarter up by five, 25-20. Long Island's defense starred in the second period, holding Stockton to a mere seven shots allowing the Nets to turn the tides in their favor. Long Island went into the half up by two, 45-43.

The Nets went back-and-forth to start the third quarter but six fouls on the Nets gave the Kings the opportunity to stay close. Stockton outscored Long Island by one, 21-20, but did not take the lead overall. Nets went into the final quarter up 65-64. Stockton battled back in the fourth quarter and led by as many as 10. The Kings went on to defeat the Nets 92-88.

Stockton was led by Sacramento assignee Chima Moneke with 23 points, 18 rebounds and two assists in 39 minutes. Kings guard Trey Burke tallied 18 points, three rebounds and five assists in 30 minutes.

Long Island will face Texas on Thursday, Dec. 22, at 11:30 a.m., to conclude Long Island's Winter Showcase.

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