Randle finds Porter Jr. as Brooklyn leads Charlotte in 2Q

Porter Jr. at 16 points, Randle at 3 assists

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 40m1 min read

Brooklyn's new duo working together 🤝 Julius Randle (3 AST) with the behind-the-back pass. Michael Porter Jr. (16 PTS) Via @NBA on X

What happened: Randle threaded a behind-the-back pass to Porter Jr. for a triple in second-quarter action on NBA TV. Porter Jr. reached 16 points while Randle logged his third assist.

Why it matters: Brooklyn opened camp around Randle, Porter Jr. and a youth core. Early preseason reps offer a first look at how the two veterans share creation duties.

By the numbers: Porter Jr.: 16 PTS; Randle: 3 AST in 2Q.

What to watch: Brooklyn continues preseason play into the second half against Charlotte. Further minutes will show how the pairing holds in extended rotation.

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