Nets Face Warriors Following Victory; Golden State on Back-to-Back After Overtime Thriller, Key Players' Minutes Scrutinized; Brooklyn's Rising Form and Trade Deadline Ambitions

The Brooklyn Nets are riding a three-game winning streak after a 123-107 road victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Cam Thomas, returning from injury, scored 30 points, while Michael Porter Jr. contributed 27 points and 10 rebounds. The Nets are nearly at full strength, with only Haywood Highsmith sidelined. The Golden State Warriors are playing on a back-to-back schedule, having just played an overtime game against the Toronto Raptors, which they lost. Stephen Curry scored 39 points, while Butler and Draymond Green combined for 40. Horford was rested, and Seth Curry and Melton are still injured. Brooklyn's form has been strong in December, with a 7-3 record in their last 10 games, placing them 13th in the Eastern Conference, three wins away from the play-in tournament. With Thomas back, the team is looking to make moves during the trade window. Porter Jr. and Thomas are aiming to perform well. The Warriors are also looking to improve but have limited options. This game presents a challenge due to the back-to-back schedule and the overtime game. Curry played 41 minutes, Butler 38 minutes, Draymond Green 33 minutes, and Podziemski 28 minutes. There might be some resting plans. The Warriors' away form has been poor, with a 2-6 record in their last eight road games. The Nets might capitalise on this situation. Nets +4.5