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Brooklyn Nets struggle to close games, lose to Hawks

The Brooklyn Nets recorded the worst clutch record in the NBA this season, suffering a fourth-quarter collapse in a 115-104 loss to the Atlanta Hawks.

Brooklyn held a 104-97 lead with 5:19 remaining but surrendered an 18-0 run, including a 0-for-9 shooting stretch, allowing the Hawks to win 115-104.

Coach Jordi Fernandez acknowledged the miscues, noting the team played the right way but failed to execute down the stretch. Despite the 5-19 record in clutch situations being the worst in the league, the focus remains on player development.