Nets Look to Traore’s Shooting Against Hornets

The Brooklyn Nets are set to meet Charlotte’s Hornets again, roughly two weeks after their previous matchup. Brooklyn enters the matchup after ending a difficult stretch with a win over Indiana, followed by a disappointing fourth quarter in a loss to the New York Knicks. The game is on November 4.

Nolan Traore has been making shots from beyond the arc and could help Brooklyn’s offense alongside his ability to drive toward the basket. The Nets may build much of their attack around him, looking for his drives to create space and opportunities for teammates. Julius Randle’s recent shooting has been less effective, but his aggressive trips toward the rim have helped him score and draw contact. Michael Porter Jr. has remained efficient as a scorer, though the Nets would like him to take a larger role in initiating the offense.

Brooklyn will also look for Day’Ron Sharpe to follow a season-best performance on Sunday with a stronger showing after Monday’s quieter outing. Moe Wagner’s work near the basket and passing from the high post could be useful, while Mikel Brown Jr. may need to balance his 3-point attempts with more attacks toward the rim.

For Charlotte, Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel are key perimeter threats. Miller can score from midrange and outside, while Knueppel is a strong 3-point shooter. Brooklyn’s defense will need to track both closely, as well as account for Naz Reid’s ability to contribute inside and from the perimeter.